Cushion facts for kids
A cushion is a soft, comfy bag. It's usually made from pretty fabric and filled with soft materials. These can include wool, feathers, or special fibers. People use cushions to sit or kneel on. They also make chairs and couches feel much softer and more comfortable.
Cushions can also be called other names. These include a bolster, a hassock, a headrest, or a sham. Sometimes, people use cushions and rugs outside. They can make a hard ground softer. They also help keep you away from damp grass or tiny biting insects. In some places, the word "cushion" can also mean a throw pillow.
The Long History of Cushions
Cushions are a very old type of furniture. Long ago, in the Middle Ages, palaces and big houses often had many cushions. Back then, cushions were sometimes very large. They were covered in leather and firm enough to sit on. Over time, furniture generally became smaller. Today, cushions are usually seen as part of a chair's or couch's soft padding, called upholstery.
In countries like Italy and Spain, cushions were used as seats for a very long time. Even much later, in the 1700s, cushions were still special. In the Spanish palace, they were even seen as a more honored way to sit than a regular chair.
Different Kinds of Cushions
Decorative cushions often have fancy covers. These covers usually have cool patterns or stylish designs. People typically use these cushions to make furniture look nicer and feel more inviting.
Images for kids
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Cushion from Museum of Yugoslavia
See also
In Spanish: Cojín para niños
