You need to enforce a mandatory lay down with no stimulation time...30 minutes is a good round time. Most kids if they're gonna fall asleep will do so within this time. I have dark rooms with relaxing spa type music playing to help their bodies relax. If after 30 minutes anyone is still awake, I will allow them to get up and watch a movie quietly. They are not allowed to get off the couch, they must stay sitting and watch it or they have to go back to bed...most kids that age will understand that consequence and will willingly sit and watch a movie. This will allow you to still have your break.

































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