Whether for distance learning or homework, add an affordable workspace for your favorite student.
The new kid
Give your kindergartener or pre-K kid a great first-day-of-school experience at home with this sweet little desk and chair set.
Modern Market, 1200 Annunciation St., New Orleans, (504) 896-2206, modernmarketlifestyle.com. Bentwood child’s desk and chair set with chalkboard work surface, $160.
The write idea
Handwriting may seem like a thing of the past, but this Asian hardwood writing desk is also perfect for a laptop and school work.
Compass Furniture, 5025 Bloomfield St., Jefferson, (504) 446-6175, compassfurniture.com. Percy Collection writing desk by Coaster, $209.99.
Up the wall
When floor space is at a premium, a floating corner desk — with two cubbies for books and supplies — is a great solution.
Bellacor, bellacor.com. Fynn wall-mount corner desk by Southern Enterprises, $202.76.
Convertible notes
For those who do their best work from the sofa, this Shaker design coffee table does double duty as a desk and has hidden storage to help keep school-related clutter to a minimum.
Amazon, amazon.com, Topeakmart lift-top coffee table with hidden storage and open shelf, $159.99.
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