EmojiKids Hub

15/01/2026

07/01/2026

For Parents and Teachers
Make sleep a priority this new school year
Written by Dr Shirley K***t

As the new school year begins, experts say one simple habit can help children succeed: getting enough sleep.

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) recently published an article (published in Healthday) stressing the importance of quality sleep for learners of all ages.

"Resetting healthy sleep habits early can help students start the year focused, well-rested and ready to succeed," Dr. Shalini Paruthi, a pediatric sleep medicine physician and AASM spokesperson, said in a news release.

She said that holiday habits, like late nights or scrolling on social media before bed should be discouraged before the new school year begins.

When kids don't get enough rest, parents notice changes:

• 63% say their child's mood suffers.
• 50% see behaviour problems.
• 49% notice a poor attitude.
• 45% see less physical energy.
• 34% report a drop in academic performance.

"Sleep plays a critical role in helping kids manage their mood and mental health," Paruthi said.

If a child seems to be struggling with emotions or appropriate behaviours, looking at their sleep habits could be helpful.

AASM recommends:

• Children ages 6 to 12 get nine to 12 hours of sleep each night.
• Teens ages 13 to 18 get eight to 10 hours each night.

Content supplied by Healthday.
Image supplied by Freepik.

05/01/2026

💪 Biokinetic Services at EmojiKidsHub

Helping children build strength, coordination, and confidence through fun, personalised movement programs!

• 💪 Strength & muscle development
• 🤸 Flexibility & mobility
• 🧍‍♂️ Posture & alignment
• 🏃 Endurance & fitness
• 🩹 Injury prevention & rehabilitation

✨ Tailored to your child’s needs, every step of the way!

04/01/2026

About Us At EmojiKids Therapy and Learning Hub learning and development is at the heart of everything we do. Our passion lies in helping children unlock their full potential by guiding them through personalized growth journeys. We focus on developing essential skills, techniques, and study habits to...

02/01/2026

💡📖 Ready to make reading and learning easier and more fun?

With EmojiBright, we offer tutoring, reading support, and study strategies tailored to your child.

✨ Let’s grow smarter together!

Contact us for more information.

31/12/2025

New at EmojiKidsHub!

We’re excited to offer Speech Therapy services for children of all ages!

At EmojiKidsHub, we make learning to speak fun, interactive, and effective. 🌟

✨ Help your child express themselves with confidence—book a session today!

30/12/2025

🌟 Meet Astrid Swart...

29/12/2025

Tutoring services available from 2026 at EmojiKids Hub.

28/12/2025

💪 Biokinetic Services available at EmojiKidsHub from 2026

Helping children build strength, coordination, and confidence through fun, personalised movement programs!

✨ Tailored to your child’s needs, every step of the way!

26/12/2025

😅😜😁