Home decorating

Science

• The child has learned about interior design and color theory as they make decisions about the placement of furniture and wall decor.
• They have explored the concepts of balance and symmetry when arranging items in the room.
• The child has gained an understanding of the properties of materials such as fabric, wood, and metal while selecting and using them for decoration.
• By considering the natural light and airflow in the room, the child has learned about environmental science and its impact on design choices.

Encourage the child to continue their learning through home decorating by involving them in the selection and arrangement of plants within the house, teaching them about the science of plant care, and how plants can affect indoor air quality. Let them experiment with different types of plants and observe their growth over time.

Book Recommendations

• The Kids' Guide to Staying Awesome and In Control: Simple Stuff to Help Children Regulate their Emotions and Senses by Lauren Brukner: This book offers sensory-based strategies to help kids understand and manage their emotions, which can be helpful when creating a calming and inviting home environment.
• Iggy Peck, Architect by Andrea Beaty: This book inspires creativity and imagination as it follows the story of a young architect who uses his passion for building to solve problems in his community.
• Let's Decorate by Clare Beaton: This interactive book introduces children to different decorating styles and techniques, encouraging them to explore their own creativity in decorating their living spaces.