Do you have a special homework space? Do you sit at a desk to do your math problems, or do you balance your book on your knee as you prop yourself up in bed? It’s great to have a study space, and some houses have enough space that a special room can be set aside for homework. But many students live in apartments or small houses that make it tough to carve a special place just for homework. For those student who have to lie on the floor or on a bed to read and write papers, homework can be a real challenge.

　　你有学习空间吗?你坐在桌上解数学问题还是坐在床上把书本放在膝上?有一个学习空间很好，有一些房屋有足够的空间可以单独分一个房间用来写作业，但是对许多住在公寓或小房子的学生来说，单独开辟一个空间来写作业就不那么容易了。对那些要趴在地上或床上来读书写作业的学生来说，写作业真的是一个挑战。

　　There are a few things you can do to make your workspace more productive—wherever it might be.

　　你可以采用一些方法让你的工作区更高产——任何一个工作区都可以。

　　Turn your kitchen table into a desk: Consider buying an adjustable keyboard shelf like those you find attached to computer desks. Some of these shelves can be attached to the underside of any table. They can slide out, be adjusted to any height, and swivel from side to side.

　　把餐桌变成书桌：找一个可调节的键盘架，像电脑桌配置的那种。有些架子可以固定在桌子下方，可以滑动、调整高度、可以旋转。

　　Consider some noise-blocking actions: If you are trying to do homework in an apartment, you face many potential distractions. If you’re forced to do your homework while your kid brother is watching TV, try wearing some noise-blocking headphones.

　　采取行动解决噪音：如果你要在公寓里写作业，你可能会遇上很多分心的事。如果你的小弟弟在看电视，而你却不得不在这时候写作业，试着带上防噪音耳机。

　　Have you ever listened to classical music? It’s great music to play as you work! Try loading some soothing classical music to your mp3 and turning the volume very low. It’s inspiring!

　　你听过古典音乐吗?这种音乐和工作很配哦!试着在MP3里下载一些舒缓的古典音乐，把音量调低，这可以激励你!

　　Snag a beanbag: Beanbags are so multi-functional! They can serve as a chair, a recliner, or a table. If you get tired of reading in one position, just roll over and punch your beanbag into position. It’s also good for relieving stress!

　　利用沙包：沙包的功能丰富多样!它们可以当椅子、躺椅、桌子。如果你用这个姿势读累了，转到另一个位置，把你的沙包也调整成相应的位置。沙包也可以用来释放压力!

　　Use pillows if you read on the floor: Your mother is right: you shouldn’t slump or slouch when you walk, and you shouldn’t do it while you read, either. If you read on the floor, don’t place your book on the floor and bend down to read it. This will cause strain on your back and neck muscles. Pile some pillows on the floor and get into a comfortable lying position.

　　在地上读书的时候用上枕头：妈妈说得对：走路的时候不能弯腰驼背，读书的时候也不行。如果你在地上读书，别把书放在地上，弯着腰读。这会对背部及颈部肌肉造成压力。在地上堆几个枕头，找一个舒适的位置躺着读。

　　What about the patio? You may not have a desk, but do you have patio furniture? Most people don’t think about the patio when they search for a work space.

　　台面怎么样呢?你可能没有书桌，但是你肯定有带台面的家具吧?大多数人在找工作台时不会想到它。

　　Studying in a small space is challenging. Still, it’s really important for you to find the tools you need to make your study space as comfortable and productive as possible!

　　在小房子里学习很具有挑战性。但是，关键是你要找到工具，打造一个舒适且高效的学习环境!

（编辑：何莹莹）