Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will learn about the importance of sharing and how it makes playtime more fun with friends. They will understand that sharing means taking turns and being kind to others.

Materials and Prep

• No materials are needed for this lesson.
• Be prepared to model sharing behaviors and demonstrate taking turns during activities.
• Think of some fun scenarios where sharing can happen, like sharing toys or snacks.

Activities

• Sharing Circle:

  Gather in a circle and take turns sharing something special about yourself. It could be a favorite toy, a color, or even a funny story. This helps practice speaking and listening while sharing.

• Pass the Toy:

  Choose a favorite toy and pass it around. Each time a child receives the toy, they can say something nice about it or make a funny sound. This encourages taking turns and sharing joyfully.

• Story Time:

  Read a short story that emphasizes sharing, such as "The Rainbow Fish." Discuss the story afterward and how the characters felt about sharing.

• Sharing Snack:

  If you have a snack, practice sharing it by taking turns offering pieces to each other. Talk about how sharing makes us happy and how it feels to share and be shared with.

Talking Points

• "Sharing means we let others use our toys or things. It makes everyone happy!"
• "When we share, we can play together and have more fun. Isn’t that great?"
• "How do you feel when someone shares with you? Sharing is kind!"
• "Let’s practice sharing! Can you think of something you would like to share with me?"