A Reading Corner for Children

As they grow, young children need to experience, and you'll want to encourage a love for reading from an early age. A cosy corner set aside as a reading nook is a place where young children can sit and enjoy books.

24/07/2017

 

 

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Stackable crates, either bought ready made or make your own, allow you to stack up a storage unit that can be used for books and small toys. Arrange the crates so as to be within easy reach for your toddler, and put down a rug or pouf to make it a comfortable place to sit and read.

 

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Plastic gutters can easily serve as quick and easy shelving for a reading nook or corner. Mount securely onto a wall and fill with a collection of your child's favourite reads.

 

 

 

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Acrylic or plexiglass storage boxes secured onto the wall with double-sided table make a pretty display for a child's bedroom. Arrange books according to age, so that books for reading now are at the bottom and can be easily rotated as your child grows.

 

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Making your own book ledges is an easy way to set up a reading corner or wall. You'll find instructions here to make book ledges, and all the materials and supplies can be found at your local Builders or hardware store.

 

 

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Use pine or plywood to make stackable storage boxes for toys and books. The nice thing about storage boxes is that they can easily be moved around and re-purposed as your child gets older.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For toddlers, an activity wall that incorporates a reading corner will provide hours of activity. Make sure that everything is securely mounted onto the wall. A paper towel holder makes a wonderful art station.

For the older child, these storage cubbies offer plenty of storage for lots of small toys, as well as book ledges for a reading corner. Find instructions here to make the storage cubbies.

 

 

Encourage your child to read and to love books by creating a wonderful reading corner where they will love spending time. There are so many ways to dress up a reading corner - try making this teepee in patterned or colourful fabrics for a hideaway place to snuggle with a book.

 

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