What is the typical amount of sleep for children aged 2-5 years?

• A. 14-16 hours.
• B. 8-9 hours.
• C. 10-12 hours.
• D. 6-7 hours.

Answer: (C)

Children in the 2–5 year range typically need about 10 to 12 hours of sleep in a 24-hour day. This often includes a daytime nap for the younger end of the range, with naps gradually shortening or ending as they approach preschool age, while total sleep remains around 11–12 hours. Adequate sleep supports mood, attention, and learning, which are especially important as children develop language and social skills.

The other options fall outside what most guidelines recommend for preschoolers: 14–16 hours is more like infant sleep needs; 8–9 hours is usually not enough for children in this age, and 6–7 hours is well below the recommended range and can lead to daytime sleepiness and behavior challenges.