Everyone likes their space and to make it their own.  Student's have little to say about their desks at school, but a home it came become a very special space with pencils, saved notes and things of yours within arm reach.  Big enough to spread things out and not pile up while working allowing the student to actually research or read support material.  Things can be left and remain undisturbed to go get a snack.  The out of sight out of mind principle of homework may no longer be a problem.  No book bags on the floor or couch.  Easier for the books to come out and get used.  Nice piece of furniture that  is cheap looking.

Pros: Combine with other furniture without being exactly the same.
Cons: Recently purchased and no cons at present.