With spring right around the corner now might be a good time to think about spring cleaning and getting the play rooms organized. If you find toys, all types of toys, everywhere you look, being spread throughout your home, don't worry, your not alone. Do the children get stressed out when they can't find a toy, or better yet, they are missing a part to one of there toys, like the tracks for there train set or furniture for the dollhouses? If you answer yes, you are like most parents and toy clutter can become a issue from storage to simply finding what's been misplaced. Organization is important for children to learn and can easily be taught with the right tools. This article will focus on a few tips for parents and children to get organized and eliminate the clutter.
Built in Storage:
Many toys are designed with storage built in as part of the toy. One example that comes to mind is the Dominoes Game by Melissa & Doug, This wood dominoes set is packaged in an solid-wood case with organizing slots and can be matched by number or color. Since, it comes with it's own storage insist that the child puts everything into the box when playtime is done. Play kitchens is another example as most on the market today have working cupboards, storage below the sinks and refrigerators that open and close. The play kitchen can actually store lots of play food, pots, pans and accessories.
Bookshelf Toy Storage
Train Tables With Trundle Drawers:
The love of trains is not just for kids as parents love them to. One fantastic storage solution for the tracks, trains and accessories is the trundle drawers that fit underneath the train table. KidKraft has one fantastic looking set that boosts lots of room for all it. KidKraft's train table set is kid-sized and has a wide, large play table with T-molded edges to prevent chipping plus the edges are curved for safety. Storing is easy with the trundle drawers as they are shallow enough to fit under most train tables, beds, or other low tables and the drawers are deep. If you consider the purchase of a train table having one with drawers and casters is ideal and definitely help keep those small parts in one convenient location.
Bookcases and Shelves:
If you house is like mine we had books everywhere until we invested in a bookcase for the kids bedrooms. With so many designs available today, from small to stack-able to large you will find one to fit the space you have. Vertical bookcase are great for storage because there aren't too wide, usually tall and are prefect for a small spot. What I love about a vertical bookcase is that is can be used in several rooms through out the home. They don't take up a lot of room and they are affordable. Don't be afraid to use a bookcase for other belongings in a child's room, such as clothing, video games, board games and CD's.
Toy Boxes:
Make an investment to a sturdy toy box. Today's toy boxes are made from wood, plywood, plastic and in all sorts of sizes. Which ever model you purchase, take into consideration the lid openings which are easy for a child to open and close. They should be made with a safety hinge and cut outs to prevent fingers from getting pinched. If you purchase a wood model ask if the paint is lead free and check to make sure the wood has been sanded to prevent splinters and rounded corners as an added safety measure. Another advantage of a toy chest is that they are made to be used by a child. In other words, they can take out and put away there treasures all by themselves teaching them to stay organized and clean up after playtime.
Divide and Conquer: Sort, Donate, Trash
Sorting should be the first thing on the list. You will need to sort out the toys, create a box for donations to local charities, Pre-schools or family and friends. If you are planning a garage sale bring in a box for that to. Next, bring in the garbage can so broken toys can be thrown out. Be prepared, if the children are helping in the process of discarding there beloved broken toys it might not make the can. Another great idea is to keep a box (give it away, garage sale, swap) in the garage so when the kids get tired of an item or outgrow they can simply place in the box. When your ready to get rid of the stuff you can decide on where it will go, donate, sell, or trade toys with family and friends.
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Whitmor Kids' 12-Bin Organizer, Primary Colors Feature
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- Removable bins crafted in rugged plastic; bins come in 2 sizes and 4 classic primary colors
- Requires tool-free home assembly; for children ages 3 and up
- Measures 32-4/5 inches wide by 12-2/3 inches deep by 35-1/4 inches high; limited 1-year warranty
Whitmor Kids' 12-Bin Organizer, Primary Colors Overview
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