Kid-Sized Storage Ideas

Kids are not known as the most neat, organized members of the household. While organization is likely something they’ll be concerned with later in life, most kids would be happy to have their toys, clothes, and everything else they consider theirs out on the floor.
Keeping your kids organized may seem like a full-time job if you’re a parent, but there are some ways to get your kids involved and make the process easier. Keep reading to learn more about a few kid-sized storage ideas that can help keep your child’s bedroom and play area tidy.
 
Under Bed Storage
Kids’ rooms tend to be among the smallest in the house, and despite their small stature, it seems that kids can fill up any space in a heartbeat. That’s why utilizing storage under the bed is so important in your youngster’s room.
For under the bed storage, deep bins or plastic storage containers that slide out are ideal. These can be used for clothing, toys, sporting equipment and pretty much anything else your child needs.
Having items like toys low to the ground also keeps them within reach for your child during playtime.
 
Incorporate an Oversized Toy Chest
Most kids have a collection of toys that they value as much as anything in the world. As much as you’d like to see your children organize toy dinosaurs, figurines and race cars neatly on shelves, it isn’t likely to happen anytime soon.
To keep toys off the floor but still accessible to your child for playtime, incorporate a sturdy, oversized toy chest at the foot of the bed. Your child will be able to quickly find their toys at playtime, and best of all, they’ll be so easy to put away that your child might even do it on their own.
 
Create Bench Seating with Storage
Storage is always tight in the average child’s room, but if you play your cards right, you can combine seating and storage to save space. One of the best ways to do this is to utilize bench seating with storage beneath.
Repurposed low bookshelves placed on their side, as well as sturdy, cubby-style storage pieces can be outfitted with cushions to provide comfortable seating and ample space for toys, clothes, books and more below. You can even use a soft rug to create a play area for your child near this seating area, putting items on the shelves within arm’s reach.
 
Children don’t always have the neatest rooms, and if you’re a parent, you probably spend a fair amount of time tidying up after them, especially when they’re very young. With the right storage options, you can make cleaning up easier and get your kids involved at an early age.
Use these simple kid-sized storage ideas to make the most of your child’s room and give yourself a break from all of the cleaning you do for your kids.