Is staying in bed all day good for you?

Nick's ESL News Lessons

A printable worksheet for news-based English conversation classes.

Date: 2026/02/20

Difficulty: Intermediate B1

PDF: Is staying in bed all day good for you?

Vocabulary Match

prefer •• older people
Gen Z •• young people
perhaps •• popular online
covers •• like more
viral •• blankets
seniors •• maybe

Vocabulary Answers

preferlike more
Gen Zyoung people
perhapsmaybe
coversblankets
viralpopular online
seniorsolder people

Article

Is staying in bed all day good for you? A new 2025 survey by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine says many young people think so! About 31% of Gen Z now practice "bed rotting." This means staying under the covers for a whole day to relax and reset from stress.

While 56% of Americans try sleep advice from social media, older people aren't sure. Only 5% of seniors have tried "rotting." Most prefer a simple walk outside! From sleepy drinks to viral trends, it seems we will try anything for a good rest - except, perhaps, turning off our phones!

Quiz

  1. What is "bed rotting"?
  2. What percentage of Gen Z practices "bed rotting"?
  3. How many seniors have tried "rotting"?
  4. What do most seniors prefer to do instead of "rotting"?

Quiz Answers (examples)

  1. "Bed rotting" means staying under the covers for a whole day to relax and reset from stress.
  2. About 31% of Gen Z practices "bed rotting."
  3. Only 5% of seniors have tried "rotting."
  4. Most seniors prefer a simple walk outside.

Conversation

A:Have you tried this "bed rotting" thing?
B:Yeah, it's like a mini-vacation under the covers!
A:Sounds interesting, but I prefer my morning walks.
B:You should try it once! It's so relaxing.
A:Maybe, but I think I'd miss the fresh air.
B:True, but I like to wear my pajamas all day!

Discussion

  1. Do you think "bed rotting" is a good way to relax?
  2. Would you rather go for a walk or stay in bed all day?
  3. What is your favorite way to relax?
  4. Have you ever tried any sleep tips from social media?

Source Material

https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2025/10/02/americans-increasingly-see-legal-sports-betting-as-a-bad-thing-for-society-and-sports/


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