For the last fifty years, reading has suffered a precipitous decline. Blame has been widely assigned to electronic entertainment, but there is perhaps a subtler, more subversive force undermining the reading landscape: the association of reading with “chore”.
Ideally, our earliest reading experiences are warm and fuzzy. We snuggle up with loved ones while listening to enchanted tales… Reading = JOY. Then, we go t » Read more: The Secret to Raising Readers
Designing a child’s room can feel quite daunting. Children can be harsh critics and all parents know how key a bedroom is to a child. In this article, I’ve written some of my top tips to consider if you are thinking of making over either a childs or teenagers room.
1. Decide what furniture you actually need, or, can fit in to the available space. Consider:
o Do you want a two or three door wardrobe (consider » Read more: Choosing Childrens Bedroom Furniture and Designing your Child’s Bedroom – Tips From a Professional Interior Designer by Susannah Greenan
