Organizing kids rooms

Getting your childrens' rooms clean and keeping them that way is hard work. You can conquer the clutter (and have them help) with these easy-to-follow tips

Get organized: 

• Enlist your children’s input in designing their own storage systems so they will be more invested in using them.
• Choose containers in different colors to keep toys sorted. For instance, green for Legos and blue for action figures.
• Take a photo of what goes in the container and tape it to the outside. This makes it fun and easy for preschoolers to match the toy to the picture.
• Install over-the-door shoe bags for toys like small stuffed animals and dolls.
• Provide essential items that your child will need to keep things in order: a hamper, a trash can and a step stool to access shelves.

Keep it clean: 

• Have your kids make the bed, empty the trash and put away clothes and toys every day.
• Once a week: They should put away laundry and organize shelves.
• Go through bins with them weekly, making sure that items are properly sorted.
• Once a month: Remove clothing and shoes that no longer fit.
• Edit down playthings monthly, ask your child to donate one toy for every new item he received that month.

• Get your bedroom organized too! Learn how with our easy tips.