Bins are the best. With children we need quick, easy, and practical ways to keep rooms organized into some kind of order. The trick is to get our kids involved in putting their things away so that we’re building good habits for them.

This bright, colorful Primary Bin Storage Bookshelf by Viaquest is a fun way to get started. Each bin can be assigned for a specific storage to help your children keep organized. Find kid-friendly pictures of the items that will be in each bin — for example, cut out or download a picture of lego blocks and tape it (or use clear, adhesive shelf liner) to the outside of the bin, and do likewise with the other bins. If you have more than one child you can use a child’s own photo to assign a bin that’s just for him. Let each child pick his favorite color bin.

The bookshelf is made of solid birch wood and birch veneers. The storage bins have stops to prevent the bins from being pulled out and falling on little toes. It is made from Non-Toxic Llad free paints and finish. This bookshelf measures 40”W x 14”D x 43”H and is available for $359.99 at RightStart.com.

I’m always in the market for storage ideas that are good looking and useful. With choices of blue, honey, or white, you can match the shelves to your nursery or play room décor easily. Hang them up high for storing precious or delicate books and toys or hang them within reach of children, perhaps over an art table or reading area.

I like the idea of hanging them above bean bag chairs and a circular rug to really finish off a play room. Perfect for making kids feel like they have a place all their own. Sold for $49.00 at landofnod.com, Bin There Done That Book Bins are a nice storage solution for the organized family.