Pop Quiz: How many hours of sleep does an 8 or 9 year old need each night?  A: 16 hours  B: 13 hours  C: 10 hours  D: 9 hours  E: 7-8 hours

Pop Quiz: How many hours of sleep does an 8 or 9 year old need each night?  A: 16 hoursNewborn baby  B: 13 hoursToddler  C: 10 hours5-12 year old  D: 9 hoursTeenager  E: 7-8 hoursAdult

Why is Sleep So Important???  Your brain needs Zzzzzs  Your brain sorts through and stores information while you sleep  Without proper sleep, you can’t think as clearly doing your school work, and you might feel clumsy playing your favorite sport or activity

Why is Sleep So Important???  Your body needs Zzzzzs  Sleep helps your body grow, it helps your muscles get stronger, and it helps keep your immune system strong, which keeps you from getting sick  Without proper sleep, you might feel cranky and more irritable toward others.

Why is Sleep So Important???  Continuous sleep is important  Your brain goes through five levels of sleep, and you must remain asleep in order to achieve all five  People dream during the deepest stage of sleep

Why is Sleep So Important???  How to catch your Zzzzzs  Try to go to bed and get up at the same time  Follow a bedtime routine that is calming- Not TV or video games  Limit foods and drinks with sugar and caffeine  Try to use your bed only for sleeping  If you can’t fall asleep, try reading or some other calming activity