Detail-oriented tasks like arts and crafts require a brighter 60 to 80-watt light bulb. If your child works on a computer, a 60-watt light bulb is ideal. For students who are primarily reading and writing without computers, use a 40 to 60-watt light bulb. Studies show that cool light improves focus and academic performance. But that doesn’t mean that brighter is always better. When it comes to creating a homework space, good lighting is key. Because kids grow so much each year, consider an adjustable desk that can grow with them. When creating your homework haven, make sure to outfit it with a comfortable desk and chair that works ergonomically for your child’s size. Working at a desk that isn’t a comfortable fit, though, can be just as detrimental as working in bed or on the couch.

Just like adults, kids stay more alert and focused when working at a desk. Keep reading for tips on how to create a perfect “homework haven.” 1. By turning a nook, corner, or room in your home into a dedicated schoolwork zone, you give your students a leg up in their education. Studies show that students, from kindergarten through college, benefit tremendously from having a designated homework space. With some American students being sent home with upwards of 18 hours of homework each week, it’s easy to understand why some kids struggle to complete their assignments. Eventually, though, it’s time for homework. After school, kids need a break from work to relax, play, and eat a nutritious (or not-so-nutritious) snack.

The homework corner