Nap Facts: 5-6 Years

At age 5, 27% of children are napping one nap/day about 4 days/week. Among those who are napping, 80% nap between 1.5-2.5 hours.
At age 6, 12% of children are napping one nap/day about 3 days/week. Among those who are napping, 90% nap between 1-2 hours.

Napping is less influenced by genetics than parenting practices.
Marc
Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child

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2 Responses to “Nap Facts: 5-6 Years”

ys Says:
February 1, 2012 at 5:48 pm | Reply
Dr Weissbluth, I’m curious on your thoughts of half-day kindergarten vs full day. Our state is transitioning to full day in the fall and wonder what you think about daytime rest and long days for 5 yr olds. Thanks!
gina Says:
February 14, 2011 at 7:03 pm | Reply
20 mos old twin, just transitioned to one PM nap a month ago but is only sleeping about an hour for his PM nap(going down between 12-1pm) , not seem rested, can barely make it to 530 for bedtime. Any tips?