Kids' shelving equals child safety
 | Personal Space
Kids' rooms should create a safe and motivational environment that reflects the child's personality. Take a look at the storm-ridden space as it is today. A room that is a disaster leaves a child clueless about how to begin the cleaning process, and it leaves parents frustrated and on the brink of demolition. Teaching kids to manage their personal space begins with teaching organizational skills; step one is to systemize the clutter. Bottoms Up
Begin with kids' shelves, and make use of bins and baskets to group things together. Anchor shelves for safety, to prevent any decorative shelves or floor-to-wall shelves from toppling over due to climbing or weight being improperly balanced. Organize kids' shelves from the bottom up, putting heavier items on the bottom; avoid putting frequently played-with items out of reach on top shelves - this invites children to climb. |
The Eyes of a Child
See things through the child's eyes as they participate in selection and arrangement of their kids' shelves and take ownership of their rooms. Even small rooms can spare 10 feet of wall space. Take advantage of dead space and build upwards by installing floor-to-ceiling shelving or bookcases. Use decorative shelves over the bed and on other walls to hold displayable items. Wall shelves can be installed in any size of closet to increase storage. Add a second hanging rod between the floor and existing rod, and closet space can be doubled.
Methodical Madness
Use open or enclosed kids' shelves with adequate support for books - larger toys and sporting equipment require open shelves. Adjustable kids' shelving allows you to adjust the space as the child grows and interests change. Never underestimate the value of the reliable toy box to hold what the shelves cannot. For younger children, routinely switch toys around from shelves to toy box and vice versa to keep kids in touch with their belongings and to create new interest in their surroundings. |  |
