A fun playroom will give children good memories and help them learn and explore their interests as they grow. A disaster in a playground makes it difficult for your children to play and will probably land you in the madhouse. Using some organizing techniques and a little discipline, you can restore order to the playroom. These three important steps will help make your child’s play area a place of learning and fun for them and for you.
- Storage and labeling. Sort your children’s toys and put them in plastic containers with a lid. This will allow for easy cleanup and is hundreds of times better than using large, easy-to-catch toy boxes. These simply become trash cauldrons, rather than convenient storage. Label the containers with text for older children and pictures from magazines or the Internet for younger children. A set of plastic shelves can work well for storing your containers neatly.
- Activity centers. Set up themed play venues within the game room. Make a corner the place for art-related games. Another area could be for costumes and another for cars and trucks. This will make your kids less likely to mix up toys and create a big mess.
- Establish cleaning rules. This is probably the most difficult and important step when it comes to having a nice game room. Children should know the rules about playtime and cleanup time. Use a list for the older children and use a rhyme or song for the younger ones. These values will accompany you for the rest of your life and you will be blessed by them.
A properly organized playroom is a delight for children and parents. A cluttered playground is a headache for adults, and it’s not much fun for kids, either. A little work and discipline can make the area magical for you and your children.
