The magic of sleep : [a fascinating guide to the world of slumber

Discover weird sleeping facts, as well as practical sleeping tips, in this illustrated book for 7 to 9 year olds. Dive into the weird and wonderful world of sleep, from the science behind dreams to a peek into animal sleeping habits, in this incredible book for children aged 7 to 9. We spend about 26 years of our lives sleeping, but how much do you really know about what happens when your head hits the pillow? This book answers all your questions about what goes on in your head when you snooze, including the difference between light and deep sleep, where dreams come from, and how essential sleep is to staying healthy. Discover fascinating facts about how people slept in the past, and how people sleep in different ways around the world. Did you know that the oldest mattress was found in South Africa and is 77,000 years old? Vivid illustrations by Vicky Woodgate bring the topic to life. As well as humans, learn about the sleeping habits of other animals, from bears hibernating to how bats sleep upside down. Even plants sleep! Finally, learn how you can get a proper night's sleep with practical tips and ideas for meditation to calm your mind before bedtime. This book is ideal for children who have difficulty getting to sleep, as well as anyone who wants to learn more about how our brains and bodies work. "We spend about 26 years of our lives sleeping, but how much do you really know about what happens when your head hits the pillow? This book answers all your questions about what goes on in your head when you snooze, including the difference between light and deep sleep, where dreams come from, and how essential sleep is to staying healthy. Discover fascinating facts about how people slept in the past, and how people sleep in different ways around the world. Did you know that the oldest mattress was found in South Africa and is 77,000 years old? Vivid illustrations by Vicky Woodgate bring the topic to life. As well as humans, learn about the sleeping habits of other animals, from bears hibernating to how bats sleep upside down. Even plants sleep! Finally, learn how you can get a proper night's sleep with practical tips and ideas for meditation to calm your mind before bedtime. This book is ideal for children who have difficulty getting to sleep, as well as anyone who wants to learn more about how our brains and bodies work."-- Provided by publisher CONTENTS 4 What is sleep? 6 Sleeping positions 8 Larks and owls 10 The body 12 Stages of sleep 14 Dreams 17 Nightmares 19 History, myths, and legends 20 Sleep through history 22 Beds through time 24 Myths and legends 27 The night sky 30 Humans and sleep 32 Night work 34 How and where 37 How much sleep? 38 The map of sleep 40 Sleep in nature 42 Sky 45 Land 46 Underground 49 Underwater 50 Who’s awake? 52 Sleep in numbers 55 Plants 56 Tips for better sleep 58 True or false 60 Mindfulness 62 Dream journal 65 Practical tips 66 Glossary 70 Index 72 Acknowledgments 74