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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 Magic of Sleep

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    A Hardback by Vicky Woodgate

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      Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
      Published 4 March 2021
      ISBN-13 9780241444146
      978-0241444146
      ISBN-10 0241444144
      Also in:
      Politics, Philosophy & Society Age groups: children Children & Teen Fiction

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      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

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