Athletics & Wellness
Grade 4
45 min
Creating Your Cozy Sleep Cave
Let's learn how to turn your bedroom into a super cozy 'sleep cave'! A great sleep cave helps your body rest and recharge, so you have tons of energy for playing, learning, and having fun.
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What & Why
Your bedroom is more than just a place to keep your toys. At night, it becomes your special 'sleep cave'!A good sleep cave is cool, dark, and quiet. This helps your brain know it's time to rest, so you can fall asleep faster and stay asleep all night. When you get enough sleep, you feel happy, strong, and ready for a new day of adventures!
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Example 1 — Making it Dark
Sunlight or even small lights can trick your brain into thinking it's daytime. Here's how to bring on the darkness:Block the windows: Ask a grown-up about curtains or blinds that block outside light.Turn off the big lights: This is the easiest step!Cover little lights: Turn around or cover the small lights on alarm clocks or other electronics.Use a small nightlight (if you need it): If you don't like total darkness, a very dim nightlight is okay. Try to place it where it doesn't shine right on your face.
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Example 2 — Keeping it Quiet
Sudden noises can wake you up. Let's make your sleep cave a peaceful place:Close the door: This helps block out sounds from the rest of the house.Turn off noisy things: Make sure the TV, tablet, and music are off. The sounds (and lights!) can keep your brain busy.Ask for help: You can politely ask family members to be a little quieter near your room after your bedtime.Try white noise: If you can't stop outside noises (like traffic), ask a grown-up about using a fan to create a soft, gentle sound.
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Beginner
What is the main job of a 'sleep cave'?
A.To be a fun place to play games.
B.To help you sleep better.
C.To be a place to do homework.
D.To store all your clothes.
Beginner
Leo's street has a very bright streetlight right outside his window. What is the BEST first step he could take to make his sleep cave darker?
A.Wear sunglasses to bed.
B.Ask a grown-up about getting thicker curtains or blinds.
C.Leave his closet light on to fight the other light.
D.Decide he can only sleep during the day.
Beginner
Which of these makes a room better for sleeping?
A.Bright lights
B.Loud music
C.A cool temperature
D.A TV playing a movie
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