
The Magic of Sleep
. . . and the Science of Dreams
Vicky Woodgate(Author)
DK Children (Publisher)
Published on 4. March 2021
Book
Hardback
72 pages
978-0-241-44414-6 (ISBN)
Description
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? Flick through the charming illustrated pages and discover:
- What is sleep, and why do we need it?
- Who's still awake across the globe when you are tucked up in bed?
- The history of sleep, including the evolution of the bed and the significance of dreams in myths and legends
- How does sleep differ in the animal kingdom? From polyphasic sleeping lions and nocturnal raccoons to birds high in the sky and whales in the ocean
- What happens to plants when the sun sets?
- Practical tips and tricks to help you improve your bedtime routine
The Magic of Sleep 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 and engaging 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? Flick through the charming illustrated pages and discover:
- What is sleep, and why do we need it?
- Who's still awake across the globe when you are tucked up in bed?
- The history of sleep, including the evolution of the bed and the significance of dreams in myths and legends
- How does sleep differ in the animal kingdom? From polyphasic sleeping lions and nocturnal raccoons to birds high in the sky and whales in the ocean
- What happens to plants when the sun sets?
- Practical tips and tricks to help you improve your bedtime routine
The Magic of Sleep 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 and engaging 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.
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Target group
Children/juvenile
Professional and scholarly
College/higher education
Interest Age: From 7 to 9 years
Dimensions
Height: 277 mm
Width: 218 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
580 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-241-44414-6 (9780241444146)
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E-Book
03/2021
DK Children
€5.99
Available for download
Person
Vicky Woodgate has been a commercial illustrator for over 20 years. She's worked around the globe as a scenic artist in the TV, film and theme-park industries. She now works in publishing, working on newspapers, magazines, books and advertising. She has written and illustrated two books for Big Picture Press- Urban Jungle and A World of Birds. Vicky lives and works in Brighton. Her website is- https-//www.vickywoodgate.com/HOMEPAGE