This is my classroom. I've spent copious time cultivating a safe, comfortable, inclusive environment within these four walls. I hung curtains on the windows for a homey look. My desks are arranged for conversation. I have rugs and throw pillows so my students can comfortably read and write if they wish to get out from behind their desks. I have lamps throughout the room to provide a tad more lighting (or the sole lighting when they want to work with the overhead lights off).