What happens in your brain while you sleep? It’s a question many children ask — and one that’s well worth exploring. While we’re sleeping, the brain is still busy working: sorting memories, helping the body rest, and even making sense of our feelings. This topic gives you a chance to explain why sleep matters in a simple, relatable way, linking science to real-life experiences like dreams, tiredness, or trouble falling asleep.

This parent Q&A sheet is designed to help you answer common questions your child might have. It’s written in plain English, with helpful examples and clear explanations (like what “REM sleep” means or why we sometimes wake up before our alarm). You don’t need any science background — just curiosity and conversation. If you’d like to take things further, we also offer a full home education lesson plan to guide deeper learning. But you can use this parent Q&A sheet on its own, anytime your child wants to know what’s going on in their head at night. It’s a flexible way to support learning at home — no tests, no pressure, just practical answers that make sense.