Athletics & Wellness
Grade 1
45 min
Super Sleepers: Why Our Bodies Need Rest
Let's learn why sleep is a superpower for our bodies! Getting good rest helps us play, learn, and grow strong every day.
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What & Why
Sleep is when your body and brain get to rest and recharge. Think of your body like a battery for a toy. After a long day of playing and learning, your battery is low.When you sleep, you are recharging your battery! This special rest time helps you:Have lots of energy to run and play tomorrow.Help your brain remember all the cool things you learned.Grow bigger and stronger.Sleep is not just about closing your eyes. It’s an important job your body does every single night!
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Example 1 — The Playful Puppy
Meet Pip, a little puppy full of energy!Night Time: One night, Pip didn't want to sleep. He wanted to chase his tail and play with his squeaky toy instead.Next Morning: When he woke up, Pip felt so tired and floppy. He didn't have the energy to chase the ball or learn a new trick. He was too sleepy!A Good Rest: The next night, Pip snuggled into his bed and slept all night long. He woke up feeling bouncy, happy, and ready for a full day of fun!Lesson: Just like Pip, our bodies need a full night of sleep to have energy for the next day's adventures.
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Example 2 — The Growing Seedling
Imagine you are a tiny seed in a garden.Day Time: During the day, the sun shines on you. You use the sun's energy to make food. It's a busy time!Night Time: When the sun goes down, it gets dark and quiet. This is when you use all the energy you saved up to actually GROW. Your roots go deeper and your stem gets taller.Growing Strong: Without the quiet, dark night to rest and grow, a seedling would have a very hard time becoming a big, strong plant.Lesson: Sleep is like the nighttime for a plant. It’s when our bodies do their most important growing!
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Beginner
What is the main job your body does while you are sleeping?
A.It rests and recharges for the next day.
B.It runs and plays games.
C.It eats a big dinner.
D.It watches cartoons.
Beginner
Leo stayed up very late playing with his new toys. The next morning at school, he keeps yawning and can't focus on his teacher. What is the BEST thing for Leo to do tonight?
A.Stay up late again to finish playing.
B.Go to bed at his regular bedtime to get enough rest.
C.Drink a big juice box before bed.
D.Ask to watch a movie in bed.
Beginner
Which of these is a calm activity that can help you get ready for sleep?
A.Running around the house.
B.Listening to a quiet story.
C.Playing a loud video game.
D.Having a dance party.
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