It’s that time again! As the parents and the kids are busy getting ready to go back to school in the next few weeks, the teachers are busy trying to decorate their classroom to make it as comfortable as possible for their new students. There are many ways to dress up a classroom. Many teachers will opt for seasonal decorations, while some may choose to have a theme, like wildlife or the beach. One way that is sure to make children feel right at home immediately is to add classroom rugs to your room.

Classroom rugs make everyone feel more comfortable. The soft fabric is a nice counter-balance to the hard rigors of cinderblocks, floor tiles, and florescent light, which are the materials many schools are constructed from. Preschool rugs are especially popular, but in truth, children of all ages enjoy rugs. Rugs are a perfect place to stretch out and read a book or even to close your eyes for a moment to take a nap. The children might not feel so far from home if they can recognize a color or a fabric. This will alleviate their fears and help them settle in to learn.

When you are picking from the many options for classroom rugs that are available to you, cast a wide net. Don’t buy the first thing you see, but instead look around for a few different options. That way you can make a smart, informed choice. Some rugs are made to be indoor and outdoor rugs, so you can take the rug outside for recess if there are any children who would like to play on it or rest. There are so many different choices for rugs nowadays. Some of them are instructional and help the children remember their lessons, like alphabet rugs or numbers rugs. You can also choose from a selection of joy carpets and preschool rugs that are designed to create comfort zones for kids.

Children feel enthused and energized by bright colors. These bright colors are stimulating to them, so keep that in mind when picking out your classroom rugs. Animals on rugs are something else that children tend to like. They can befriend or identify with the image of an animal on a rug if they are feeling uncomfortable, or the animal can cheer them up in some way. Whatever kids rug you decide to choose for your classroom, be sure it is made of a durable fabric that is easy to clean. You want to be able to quickly remove any food, dirt, ink, or other mess that gets on the rug without any trouble. You also want to be sure that the rug lasts for a long time and delights the many children who will use it for years to come.