Sparks, S. D. (2018, December 11). Nap Time Boosts Learning, Studies Say. Retrieved February 27, 2019

For schools looking for ways to squeeze in more instructional time for young learners, preschool and kindergarten nap time can be a tempting target. But emerging sleep research suggests cutting out the afternoon snooze can come at the expense of some children’s longer-term ability to remember what they learn.