That is sad that natural light is limited but need to work with what you have. what I feel is that if there is a window with some natural light placing large mirrors to reflect the light will brighten the room. Kids love to look at the mirrors. Has to be safe and shatter proof.
Having some artificial greenery for green space helps
A cozy reading corner across from the window with light helps.
Bright Carpets
In general using the light reflection concepts and creating an artificial turf, pictures of out door scenery and farm lands
Bright colored chairs
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[Meena Chintapalli, M.D. F.A.A.P
Founder and C. E.O of A thru Z Pediatric Clinics, retired December, 2018.
Founder and CEO of The SAI Institute Of Educare
April, 2002.
Society For Assistance International
San Antonio, Texas.[FirstName]
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Original Message:
Sent: 06-12-2021 11:27 AM
From: Teresa Franz
Subject: Making the most of environment in classroom with very limited natural light
How exciting it is to be preparing a center in Southern Ohio! The center will be licensed by DOE. All construction and renovation has been approved by local codes.
However, there will be very little natural light in our toddler space. With some experience in creating appropriate environments I think I have some ideas to compensate for the void.
I would welcome any and all resources, examples of what works/what doesn't, and how best to function as developmental appropriate and market the space with confidence.
Thank you, all.
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Teresa Franz]
Director, Child Development Center
SCOESC
New Boston, Ohio
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