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Research shows that midday naps play a crucial role in enhancing memory and boosting learning capabilities in preschool-age children. To make this happen, it's essential that each student have a comfortable place to lay his or her head during nap-time. Unfortunately, my current school does not have the proper funds to obtain cots for the classroom. We are requesting cots for each student in the classroom, which will be outfitted with the students' own blankets and pillows, making the environment comfy and cozy -- just like home! The cots will be stacked and stored within the classroom to make the transition into nap time even smoother. Students are encouraged to rest and close their eyes during the designated nap time, though they will have the option to independently read after 30 minutes if they cannot fall asleep. Thank you so much for support my project which will directly impact both the social-emotional and cognitive development of my students.

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Research shows that midday naps play a crucial role in enhancing memory and boosting learning capabilities in preschool-age children. To make this happen, it's essential that each student have a comfortable place to lay his or her head during nap-time. Unfortunately, my current school does not have the proper funds to obtain cots for the classroom. We are requesting cots for each student in the classroom, which will be outfitted with the students' own blankets and pillows, making the environment comfy and cozy -- just like home! The cots will be stacked and stored within the classroom to make the transition into nap time even smoother. Students are encouraged to rest and close their eyes during the designated nap time, though they will have the option to independently read after 30 minutes if they cannot fall asleep. Thank you so much for support my project which will directly impact both the social-emotional and cognitive development of my students.

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