It’s been over a year and half since we’ve gone through lockdowns, partial lockdowns, to schools opening, then closing again and everything else in between. Children are spending most, if not all of their time at home due the Covid-19 pandemic,and we totally understand how difficult it can be to help your child learn whilst juggling working from home, managing the home, feeding the kids and more.
Being at home all the time is not easy for them too. They’re probably experiencing all sorts of emotions, confusion and maybe even anxiety. One thing’s for sure, just like us adults, kids need their own space that’s personal to them especially when it comes to learning and playing. You’ll be surprised how a dedicated space at home can help nurture your child’s creativity, enhance their focus and increase their motivation levels.
Creating a personal space that’s comfortable and inspiring for your children may sound like a daunting task, but it’s actually easier than you may think. Even in a small home, you can create a designated space for learning. This space can be the kitchen table, the corner of room where you can eliminate distractions, or a desk if available.
Here are a few key guidelines to follow in order to best create a learning space that inspires and nurtures your child.
Lots of Natural Lighting
Where possible, pick a space in your home that has lots of natural light. Studies have proven that natural lighting in learning environments boosts performance, wellbeing, and creativity. So pick a room or corner close to a window with lots of bright light coming in.
You could also consider creating a space outdoors if you can’t find a space with natural light indoors.
Choose the Right Colours
When picking a colour for your child’s space, keep in mind that colours actually have a profound impact on the human mind. Throughout your child’s developmental years, there are certain colours which are beneficial to their behavioural and cognitive growth, which can help to stimulate their creativity and productivity.
In general, younger children thrive in bright, stimulating colors. For example:
- Blue – May decreases a sense of stress and anxiety.
- Yellow – Helps to promote a sense of motivation amongst children.
- Green – May promote a child’s reading speed and comprehension.
- Orange – Is known to enhance communication and socialisation skills.
Choose the Right Paint
Besides choosing the right colour for your child’s space, picking the right paint is just as important. With children these days being extra creative and adventurous, a paint that won’t stain from all their scribbles and splatters might just be something you should consider.
When choosing the right paint, there are a few functional attributes that you may want to consider before deciding on one.
So ask yourself these questions:
- Is it effective against harmful viruses?
- Is it safe for my child and my entire family?
- Can it prevent fungus and mold?
- What’s the washability like?
- Will the colour last long?
Nippon Paint VirusGuard is an excellent example that ticks all the boxes. It is specially formulated with anti-viral and anti bacterial performance and is scientifically proven to be effective against Human Coronavirus which causes respiratory infections in human such as; Influenza A Virus which causes swine flu (H1N1); and Coxsackievirus A16, which causes Hand Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD). Besides that, it is also effective against many types of bacteria such as E. coli, MRSA and
Staphylococcus Aureus.
Besides its anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties, Nippon Paint VirusGuard also features:
- Anti-fungus and mould property
- Superior washability
- Near zero VOC during application and after painting
- Environmentally friendly paint – Certified by Singapore Green Label Scheme
- Long lasting colours
Did You Know?
Flu viruses can survive on indoor surfaces for more than a week.1
Keep Things Organised
Children learn best in organised and clean spaces with minimal distractions. Keep the space simple and easy for your child to grasp whatever material they need. You can keep the materials and tools in low shelves, colour coordinate their stationary and separate storage units into categories.
An organised space makes it easier for kids to navigate and decide what they want to use or play with. Not to mention, it will teach them how to clean up and be organised too!
Personalise the Space
Just like how we would personalise our bedroom, kitchen and living room, personalising our children’s space to their specific interest or passion will make them feel as though they have ownership of the space and will be more lively to engage in and care for it.
Get them involved while you’re decorating the space. This could mean helping you decorate the walls with some of their artwork, paint their desk or storage boxes their favourite colour or hang images of their favourite cartoon characters or personalities.
Once you’ve established a learning space for your child, collaborate with them to set rules about the space, set goals about
their learning or playing and maybe even discuss a schedule to incorporate their school’s Zoom classes, playtime, breaks and mealtimes.
NIPPON PAINT VIRUSGUARD
- Anti-viral (human coronavirus, HFMD, H1N1)
- Anti-bacterial (E. coli, MRSA and Staphylococcus Aureus)
- Anti-fungus and mold property
- Superior washability
- Near zero VOC during application and after painting
- Environmentally friendly paint
- Long lasting colors
