Quick sleep quiz for kids: Do I need more rest?

📚 Quick Study Guide

• ⏱️ Aim for 9-11 hours of sleep each night if you're a kid between 6 and 13 years old.
• 🌙 Sleep helps your body grow and repair itself.
• 🧠 Getting enough sleep helps you focus and learn better in school.
• 😠 When you don't get enough sleep, you might feel grumpy or have a hard time controlling your emotions.
• 🛌 A regular bedtime routine can help you fall asleep more easily.

Practice Quiz

1. Which of these is a good bedtime routine?
   1. Staying up late playing video games.
   2. Reading a book before bed.
   3. Drinking soda right before bed.
   4. Watching TV in bed.


2. How many hours of sleep should kids aged 6-13 aim to get each night?
   1. 6-8 hours
   2. 9-11 hours
   3. 12-14 hours
   4. 5-7 hours


3. What happens when you don't get enough sleep?
   1. You feel happy and energetic.
   2. You can focus better in school.
   3. You might feel grumpy or have trouble controlling your emotions.
   4. You grow taller.


4. Why is sleep important for kids?
   1. It helps them stay awake all night.
   2. It helps their bodies grow and repair themselves.
   3. It makes them want to eat more candy.
   4. It makes them better at video games.


5. Which of these activities is best to avoid before bedtime?
   1. Reading a book
   2. Taking a warm bath
   3. Playing outside
   4. Watching screens (TV, phone, tablet)


6. What is a good way to help yourself fall asleep?
   1. Having a snack with lots of sugar
   2. Doing jumping jacks right before bed
   3. Making sure your room is dark and quiet
   4. Playing loud music


7. If you are having trouble falling asleep, what should you do?
   1. Keep watching TV until you feel sleepy
   2. Get out of bed and do something quiet until you feel tired
   3. Start playing video games to take your mind off it
   4. Eat a large meal