PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
ARTARMON PUBLIC SCHOOL P&C MEETING TONIGHT
7PM SCHOOL LIBRARY
All are welcome to attend the monthly P&C meeting.
MULTICULTURAL FAIR RAFFLE
Please return all raffle books and money as soon as possible.
POOR SLEEP AFFECTS PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN
Children who have sleep problems may have trouble with their schoolwork and behaviour. Children who have sleep difficulties are less alert during their hours at school and may have difficulty learning new skills or retaining information. Some signs of sleep disorders can include night terrors, sleepwalking and talking, and trouble going to sleep and staying asleep. There are some things that parents and carers can do to help their children get a good night's sleep:
- Children’s rooms should be quiet, dark and not too hot or cold. Use a nightlight if necessary.
- Have a regular bedtime and wake time. This shouldn't be more than an hour later on weekends and during holidays.
- Have a good bedtime routine. Read to younger children or let older children read quietly or listen to relaxing music.
- Avoid caffeine-based drinks like coffee and cola.
- Avoid spicy or salty foods in the evening such as pizza or potato chips.
- Avoid scary movies, computer games and rough play before bed.
- Remove TVs and computers from children's bedrooms.
- Ensure their beds are clean, warm and comfortable.
- A warm bath before bed encourages children to relax.
Children who wake at night and are afraid need comfort. If your child does wake in the night tell them quietly that they are safe and encourage them to go back to bed. It is important to be calm, almost matter of fact and quickly get them back into bed. This will reassure them that you are not worried and therefore they should not be worried. Most sleep problems can be easily treated. Visit your family doctor if you are worried about your child's sleeping patterns.
"6 ways to stop daylight saving derailing your child’s sleep" — http://theconversation.com/6-ways-to-stop-daylight-saving-derailing-your-childs-sleep-123871