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Rest and sleep (easy read)

sleep; rest; relax; sleep chart ;

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Why do you sleep?

babies Babies sleep
Children sleep sleeping
adult asleep Adults sleep pets


Animals sleep
Birds sleep bird

Can you think of other creatures who sleep?

 Do you sleep? Why?

  • To rest your body.
  • To rest your mind.
  • So that your body can grow and mend itself.

How much sleep do you need?

Ask your body! Every body is different.

Nights Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Total
sleep
Hours
asleep
               
Make a chart like this.

How long did you sleep each night?  
   Write it down.

Which was your best sleep?

How long was it?

How much sleep does your body need?
    Your body will tell you.
   
You will be tired and cross if you don't get enough sleep.

Can't sleep? Talk to mum or dad.

Click on the related topic "Dreams" for some ideas to help you get to sleep.

Dr Kate Dr Kate says

"Everybody needs enough sleep to be healthy and happy.  Make sure that you get as much as you need."
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We've collected this information to help you to understand important things about staying healthy and happy. However, if you feel sick or unhappy, it is important to tell your mum or dad, a teacher or another grown-up.
 

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