Sharing is a social skill all children need to learn—the sooner the better— and this book is an ideal introduction to sharing and taking turns. In simple words and engaging illustrations, this book presents sharing as a positive choice, then describes four ways to share. It points out that sharing goes beyond things: children can also share their knowledge, their creativity, and their time. What if they don’t want to share, or someone won’t share with them? These topics are covered, too. Concrete examples and reinforcing illustrations help children practice sharing, understand how and why to share, and realize the benefits of sharing.

Cheri J. Meiners, M.Ed., has her master’s degree in elementary education and gifted education. She is the author of the award-winning Learning to Get Along social skills series for young children and the Being the Best Me! series. A former first-grade teacher, Cheri has taught education classes at Utah State University and has supervised student teachers. Cheri enjoys visiting and sharing her books in classrooms, libraries, and bookstores. Cheri and her husband, David, have six children and live in Maryland. Find her website at www.cherijmeiners.net.