Create a Cozy Classroom Reading Corner

| Eboni Franklin

How do you feel when you curl up in bed with your favorite novel and a warm cup of coffee or tea? As adults, we are familiar with the relaxing, cozy feeling of reading a great book in a comfortable place. An inviting and comfortable classroom reading corner can spark this love of reading in young learners. With the right design and classroom furniture, any part of the classroom can be transformed into an inviting, comfy reading space that students will love to revisit time and time again.

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Children Enjoying a Book with the Comfy Reading Center by Childrens Factory

Here are some important design elements to keep in mind while planning your classroom reading corner:

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How to Improve the Health and Fitness of Your Community or Campus

| Eboni Franklin

Being healthy and fit has seen a boom in popularity within the last few decades. Partially due to the rise of the internet and scientific studies, the multitude of health benefits associated with exercise has been confirmed.

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Push-Up Station by Ultraplay

With the outdoor fitness equipment available from Worthington Direct, there is no easier way to give people in your community or on your school’s campus an opportunity to change their life for the better!

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Engage Students in Meaningful Collaborative Learning with Smith System Furniture

| Eboni Franklin

Long gone are the days of “cemetery rows” in modern classrooms! The power and effectiveness of collaborative learning has been studied and documented for over fifty years. Far more than a passing fad, collaborative learning is an integral component of forward-progressing 21st-century learning.

 

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Silhouette Arc Desk by Smith System

Meaningful collaborative learning engages students, inspires critical thinking and increases growth and achievement in students of all ages.

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Office Chairs; Leather or Mesh: Which Would Fit Your Needs?

| Eboni Franklin

There are a lot of things to consider when you’re picking out office furniture. For chairs, the fabric or material is an important factor when making a big purchase. Key factors go into ordering the right office chair. Such as, will it be breathable and comfortable for clients or employees? Will it be easy to clean or stain resistant? Will the furniture be durable enough and easy to maintain for years to come? Is this in the budget? These key factors are typically considered for the best chair, you’ll be investing in this furniture to complete your space.

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High-Back Tufted Leather Chair by Lorell

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