Backgrounds for VIPKid and GoGoKid

Okay, so right now this is what my background for my VIPKid and GoGoKid classroom looks like:

It's cute and it's colorful, but it is just kind of blah.

You guys! I just discovered the coolest thing! Photo backdrops!

You can transform your classroom into almost anywhere in the world within seconds and for under $10!

Look at all the options!

(Click on the pictures to see on Amazon)

Those are just some of the backdrops I found within a quick search. Which one do you think I should get for my wall?

I have also been doing some research on lighting and I have heard that this is a pretty good setup. Anyone have any other opinions?

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