4-7-8 Breathing Technique: Sleep Support (Sleep Resources)

4-7-8 breathing technique is a helpful strategy for promoting calmness before bedtime.

Deep breathing helps to slow our heart rate down and helps our bodies to relax. If we feel relaxed, then we are more likely to be able to fall asleep quicker and with ease.

Suitable for EYFS, KS1, and Ks2.

How could this resource be used?

To support understanding of how sleep impacts on our body and mind.
To promote healthy sleep hygiene routines and daily practice.
To understand the benefits of sleep and how it affects our mood not just our physical health.

Relevant Curriculum Links

England PSHE Statutory Curriculum Strands:

KS1: H4. about why sleep is important and different ways to rest and relax.
KS1: H17. about things that help people feel good (e.g. playing outside, doing things they enjoy, spending time with family, getting enough sleep).
KS2: H16. about strategies and behaviours that support mental health — including how good quality sleep, physical exercise/time outdoors, being involved in community groups, doing things for others, clubs, and activities, hobbies and spending time with family and friends can support mental health and wellbeing.
KS2: H8. about how sleep contributes to a healthy lifestyle; routines that support good quality sleep; the effects of lack of sleep on the body, feelings, behaviour and ability to learn.

Scottish Health and Wellbeing Curriculum Outcome(s):

I am aware of the role physical activity plays in keeping me healthy and know that I also need to sleep and rest, to look after my body. HWB 1-27a.
I can explain why I need to be active on a daily basis to maintain good health and try to achieve a good balance of sleep, rest and physical activity. HWB 2-27a / HWB 3-27a.