NIH Curriculum Supplements for High School
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|  | Sleep, Sleep Disorders, and Biological Rhythms
Grades 9 - 12
Explore the scientific process of sleep, the importance of good sleep hygiene, and the negative consequences of sleep deprivation.
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Activities | Learning Focus |
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| Pre-lesson Activity: Sleep Diary | Learn that sleep/wake cycles vary among individuals. |
| 1. What is Sleep? | Understand that sleep is an essential behavior necessary for survival. |
| 2. Houston, We Have a Problem | Explore the two major states of sleep, NREM and REM. |
| 3. Do You Have Rhythm? | Humans have an internal biological clock--sensitive to environmental cues--that directs the sleep cycle. |
| 4. Evaluating Sleep Disorders | Various factors can lead to sleep disorders, most of which are treatable. |
| 5. Sleepiness and Driving: What You Don’t Know Can Kill You | Sleep loss has negative impacts on society and medical consequences. |
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“I overheard a student say, ‘Boy, did I learn a lot—and it was fun! I learned about EEG, EMGs, and it was painless.’” --Field-test Teacher
“The kids loved the unit. It was about themselves!” --Field-test Teacher
"I like the way it involves a lot of group work. The sleep diary was my favorite part because it told me something about how I sleep. This whole unit was interesting.” --Field-test Student |
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