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Kids accumulate an incredible amount of stuff in the first few years of their lives, and it often ends up all over the floor. While it’s a win if their things stay in their room, it’s an even bigger victory if everything has a place to go in their room—and a miracle if any of it stays put away. Whether you’re willfully cleaning your kids’ room still or begrudgingly helping them because they refuse, you might consider adding functional furniture to make the job easier. Check out these ways to style bookshelves in your kids’ room for inspiration.
Use Storage Baskets
Bookshelves are excellent multifunctional furniture; you can store more than books on them. Organize your kids’ toys, shoes, craft supplies, and more with storage baskets. Baskets bring a unique design style to any bookshelf and may influence your kids to interact with the items on their shelves more often. Popular basket materials include wicker and canvas.
Decorate With Toys
While you may want to hide most of your kids’ toys in a chest or closet at the end of the day, some can go on their bookshelves. Let your kids keep their favorite toys on display so that they will feel at home in their room. In addition to books, consider letting your kids display toys such as:
- Stuffed animals
- Building blocks
- Toy trucks and cars
- Dolls
- Personal artwork
Style Books
Stack books vertically, horizontally, or a mix of both. Some shelves allow you to stack books with the front facing forward. Make sure to place heavier items at the bottom to help prevent accidents. Bookshelves for kids come in many different styles. Choose ones that allow your kids to reach their books without anything falling off the shelf.
Pro Tip: If your shelf is too high for one of your kids, get a step stool for them to use until they grow tall enough!
Install a Wall Shelf
Instead of a traditional bookcase, you could install shelves on the walls of your kids’ room. In addition to providing some extra safety, you will also reserve floor space for all their favorite activities. You can style a home library in your kids’ bedroom by choosing shelves that elevate the theme of the room. Choose an unused wall for your shelves, and customize the color to match the room’s theme.
Pro Tip: Any bookshelf you put in a room for your children should be secure. Short, sturdy shelves are ideal because they are less likely to topple.
Teaching your kids organization and giving them the opportunity to take their bedroom design into their hands will help them build skills and confidence. By sharing these ways to style bookshelves in your kids’ room with your family, you can design the space together.
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