{"id":6615,"date":"2016-10-23T21:49:31","date_gmt":"2016-10-23T20:49:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/craftykidsathome.com\/?p=6615"},"modified":"2018-05-17T09:06:31","modified_gmt":"2018-05-17T08:06:31","slug":"creating-quiet-reading-space-child","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/craftykidsathome.com\/creating-quiet-reading-space-child\/","title":{"rendered":"Creating a Quiet Reading Space for Your Child"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kids are bundles of non-stop energy. There are so many things we need to teach our kids, that sometimes we forget a really obvious one \u2013 how to slow down, sit down and relax. It\u2019s really important, however, that children associate quiet time as something positive and not a punishment for running around too much, or being \u2018naughty\u2019.<\/p>\n

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The Power of Reading<\/h2>\n

We all know how great reading is for kids. It is quiet time, they develop their language skills<\/a> and it also makes for great bonding time too. Reading is a useful tool to help children slow down, even if it is only for a few minutes \u2013 and the benefits are almost endless.<\/p>\n

Not every child needs a daytime nap but they need time to refresh mind and body. This space teaches them to have quiet time when they feel they need to, or at a certain time in the day. IN addition, focus and concentration lessen as children become tired. Using quiet time can bring about a revival in focus and concentration levels. Reading also helps children to understand their own need to have quiet time, and time away from you too. There is nothing wrong with a child enjoying his or her own company with a book of their choice for a few minutes or so.<\/p>\n

Often, meltdowns and tantrums happen when a child is over-stimulated. This can be caused by anything from a visitor in the home, to lots of noise, a new baby and so on. Teaching them they have a quiet and safe space can be a useful get out clause when the environment becomes too much for them, and giving a child their own space helps with their self-esteem and self-confidence.<\/p>\n

Also, just like we reflect on our day, introducing a quiet reading space also helps a child to think and reflect on what things they have been doing. Being self-aware is a positive behaviour to promote in a child and many parents see a difference in their children quickly once promoting this sort of behaviour.<\/p>\n

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Creating the perfect quiet reading space<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Choosing the right location for a reading nook is important. For younger children, you will want to keep them where you can keep an eye on them but for older children, creating a space where they can have time to themselves without being watched over is important to their development. It might be a quiet corner in a room or maybe the space under the stairs – wherever you choose, make sure you create a space that does promote quiet\u2026and make sure you consider the following features:<\/p>\n