Introduction

Sharing toys is an essential social skill for kindergarten students, as it helps them build positive relationships with their peers and fosters a sense of empathy. This blog post will introduce an easy, no-prep activity for educators to teach their students about sharing toys, followed by discussion questions to stimulate further conversations on the topic. Additionally, we’ll explore related skills and provide a link to free sample materials to continue learning and practicing this valuable skill.

No-Prep Activity

Here’s an activity that requires no preparation or materials from the educator:

Role-Play Sharing Scenarios

1. Divide the students into pairs.

2. Assign each pair a toy-sharing scenario. For example, one student has a toy car, and the other student wants to play with it.

3. Instruct the students to act out the scenario, first demonstrating what not to do (e.g., refusing to share, snatching the toy) and then demonstrating the correct way to share (e.g., taking turns, asking politely).

4. After each pair finishes their role-play, ask the class to share their observations and discuss what they learned about sharing toys.

Discussion Questions

Here are some questions to stimulate further discussions on sharing toys:

1. Why is it important to share toys with our friends?
2. How would you feel if someone refused to share a toy with you? How do you think that person would feel if you didn’t share with them?
3. What are some ways we can show kindness and empathy when sharing toys with others?
4. How can sharing toys help us make friends and build positive relationships?
5. Can you think of a time when you shared a toy with someone? How did it make both of you feel?

Related Skills

Beyond sharing toys, there are other relevant skills that students can learn and practice to develop strong social connections. These skills include:

• Taking turns and practicing patience
• Active listening and understanding others’ feelings
• Resolving conflicts and finding solutions to problems
• Cooperating and working together in a group
• Communicating effectively and expressing emotions in a healthy way

Next Steps

Teaching kindergarten students the importance of sharing toys is a crucial step in helping them develop social skills and empathy. To access free sample materials focused on sharing toys and other essential skills, sign up at Everyday Speech. These resources will provide you with additional tools and activities to engage your students and support their social-emotional learning journey.