Sleep and the Brain
Why does your brain need rest?
To think clearly and stay focused
What gives your cells energy to work?
Healthy food!
What are cells? (Tiny building blocks that make up your body)
Tiny building blocks that make up your body
You stay up until 3 a.m. on your phone. What happens?
Brain cells cry — you can’t focus!
What’s one healthy habit you already have?
Any answer counts — celebrate it!
What happens to your brain cells when you don’t sleep?
They get tired and slow. If this happens often enough the brain cells die.
Why does your body need food even when you’re asleep?
To keep cells alive and growing
What do your cells do while you sleep?
Repair and grow
You drink soda all day, no water. What happens?
Your cells dry out — dehydrated!
Name one change you could make to help your brain.
Sleep more, drink water, less junk
True or False — Your body repairs (fixes) cells while you sleep.
True
What type of foods give long-lasting energy?
Fruits, veggies, protein — not sugar!
What organ sends signals to tell your body when to sleep or wake up?
The brain!
You eat candy and chips all day. What happens to your energy?
It crashes — short burst, then tired!
Why is water important for your brain?
Keeps cells hydrated and awake!
What chemical helps your body know it’s time to sleep?
Melatonin
What happens if you eat lots of junk food?
You feel tired — your body runs out of real fuel
What happens when your cells don’t get enough rest?
They get weak and don’t work right)
You never sleep early or drink water. What happens?
Brain fog — your cells are dying!
How can you calm your body before bed?
Stretch, breathe, no screens, read book
About how many hours of sleep do teens need each night?
8–10 hours
Which is better for your body: water or soda? (Water — keeps cells hydrated!)
Water — keeps cells hydrated!
Why does your body make new cells?
To stay healthy and replace old ones
You eat eggs, fruit, and sleep early. How do you feel in the morning?
Calm, energized, ready!
You only get one brain for your whole life. What are three things you can start doing right now to protect it and keep your brain cells alive and strong?
sleeping 8+ hours, eating real food, drinking water, taking breaks, staying off the phone before bed, handling stress calmly, exercising, talking about your feelings, etc.