Does it seem like your child is too wound up or too tired? How much sleep do children really need? Nap time at school is required by state licensing and the daily routines at the BELC encourages healthy sleep habits. We have seen first-hand the positive impact sleep can have on our little learners. The question is why. A recent article in Healthy Children states that preschoolers (ages 3-5) need 10-13 hours of sleep per day. To read about healthy sleep habits and how to develop those, click the link below.