If we have the overhead light on, the kids think that they can lie anywhere—but when we turn these pendants on, their focus is on the table. They are like moths. They get drawn to the light. To the table. And they know that now it is time to get to work on their homework.” These pendant lights are single light bulbs that give off a warm glow and hang down from the wall or ceiling. In Heidi’s experience, these lamps create a focused area, allowing the kids to shut out the distractions around the room. “The pupils talk with the other kids who are under the same lamp. They create a small
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