Education

10 products to help make virtual learning fun

Grab these colorful and functional finds to help bring some excitement back into your virtual learning lessons.

By Michele Kettner October 9, 2020 at 12:39 pm

Virtual learning can be hard for both students and parents. From internet issues to difficult scheduling, it can be hard for kids to find the fun in school. Now that the region has been back in school for a few weeks, here are 10 products that will help continue to make learning fun for your kids.

pink chair with wheels — Courtesy of Pottery Barn Kids

Pick up this fuzzy rolling chair to keep your kids comfortable (and warm) during those morning lessons. // Round Upholstered Desk Chair, Brushed Nickel Base, $199-$229; Pottery Barn Kids

Add some style to virtual learning sessions with a pair of headphones that show off their favorite characters. // eKids – Marvel Spider-Man Homecoming 2 Wireless On-Ear Headphones – Black/Red, $29.99; Best Buy

If arts and crafts weren’t fun enough, add this handmade painter’s cup to inspire even more creativity. // Painter’s Cup, $35; Uncommon Goods

Keep everyone’s assignments and schedules in order with this organizer that includes white boards, a file organizer and pencil cups. // The Susan Wall Organizer, $179; 1 Thrive

Let your little one get out their wigglies while staying focused with this ErgoErgo chair. // 15″ Classroom Stool, $79.99; Wayfair

orange desk storage set — Courtesy of The Container Store

Bright colors are a great way to get your children interested in their school work. Grab this storage set to make sure they can keep track of all those papers and pencils. // Orange Poppin Letter Tray Storage Kit, $57.95; The Container Store

storage bench with cubbies — Courtesy of Target

Create the perfect reading nook for all those book assignments with this storage/bench combo. // 2pc Book Nook Collection Kids Storage Bench with Cubbies Bin – RiverRidge, $110.99; Target

hedgehog lap desk — Courtesy of Barnes & Noble

Make homework time fun and comfortable by adding this cute animal lap desk to your daily routine. // Lap Pets Lap Desk, Hedgehog, $24.99; Barnes & Noble

pencil storage center — Courtesy of Becker’s

If your school supplies keep disappearing, add this storage center to your learning space to help keep everything in its place. // Create-a-Space Storage Center, $20.48; Becker’s

Skip the dining room table and create a permanent learning spot with this fun patterned desk. // Jacqueline Maldonado Paradise Palms Desk Green – Deny Designs, $329.99; Target

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Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.