white children's desk with markers and train carpet

10 products to jazz up your child’s work-from-home space

Whether they’re remote learning or you’re just trying to keep them occupied with crafts, here are a few ways to add some extra organization to their own little space.

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white kids desk with colored pencils and markers and train carpet White Elfa Kids’ Mesh Coloring Table with Rounded Corners, $284; The Container Store
If the only desk in the house is yours, you might be looking for a go-to place where you child can set up their tablet or laptop and follow along with online classes. This desk not only allows for two kids to sit at a time, it also offers drawers to store all of their papers, pencils and at-home school needs.
pink swivel chair Kids Rolling Desk Chair, $90; Pillowfort
Replacing the coffee table and couch set-up for remote learning with a low table and this rolling chair will quickly transform your child’s workspace. Plus, they’ll enjoy the chance to feel like a grown-up with a rolling chair that’s just their size.
wooden kids toy coffee maker with cream and sugar My Coffee Machine, $17.50; Hape
You start the day with your coffee, so why not let your kids in on the fun? This way they won’t be getting the caffeine rush or using up all of the K-cups, but they can still be a part of the daily morning routine.
gray kids table with four blue chairs two light blue and two navy Delta Children Kids Table and Chair Set 4 Chairs Included, $80; Target
Occupying multiple kids in the same space (anywhere but the kitchen table) can be tough. With this kid-sized table, you’ll get four chairs for your kiddos to sit in and write, color, play or eat together while spending more time at home.
black crayola dry erase board with crayons Crayola Dual Sided Dry Erase Board Set with Dry Erase Crayons, $10; Crayola
Practicing writing sentences or simple math problems on a white board isn’t possible in the classroom this semester, but you can still bring a dry-erase board home for your kids! Let your children use the dry-erase crayons to write reminders, fun facts or complete homework.
silver desk organizers with books and pencils target Mesh Additional Wall Organization Tools Silver, $17; Made by Design
Maybe you’re sharing a daily space with your child, or you’re just looking for a simple way to store all of their small, easy-to-lose school items such as pencils, paper and calculators. Use this organizer to get small items off the floor and ready to use for the next day.
crayola art set with markers colored pencils and crayons in yellow container Crayola Inspiration Art Case, $20; Crayola
For budding artists or those looking to add a little more creativity to their day, this art set can be the inspiration for some masterpieces from your kids. Plus, keep it at their at-home work station to encourage less screen time and more fun by building fine-tuned motor skills.
white book shelf for kids Book Shelf, $25; Pillowfort
Stacks and stacks of books and papers that aren’t your own can cause some serious clutter craze. Let your kids organize their stuff in this easy and versatile bookshelf to make sure it all goes away before the toys come out too.
white small kids desk from crate and kids crate and barrel Kids Ever Simple White Small Desk, $300; Crate&kids
If you need to have your child close to your own desk during the day, or be able to move their remote learning and fun activities wherever they want to go, this mobile desk is perfect for you. Simply place it in front of a small chair or next to your workspace, and slide it into a nearby corner when the day is done.
united states map wall art with nicknames Minted® United Nicknames Framed and Canvas Art, $148; Char-Lynn Griffiths
Need some educational but unique wall art for your child? Add this U.S. map to their at-home workspace and they’ll not only learn where the states are, but also their nicknames that come from the state’s identity, which can lead to additional lessons in geography and history.

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