Sharing is the act of giving a portion of something to someone. It can play an important role in strengthening connections. Its importance may sometimes be overlooked, but sharing is a skill that can be learned. For many clients, the foundation for sharing starts in early childhood.
The All About Sharing handout discusses the meaning and benefits of sharing, such as building trust and creating a fairer world. It includes five sections, including ways to practice sharing and how to respond when others share with you.
Using this handout helps young people enjoy stronger relationships with their peers and loved ones.
To emphasize the skill, caring adults can model sharing in their own lives as children often learn by observing other people’s behaviors.
Our Sharing Worksheets pair well with this handout for additional application.
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Our Sharing Worksheets nicely complement this handout.
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References:
- Asscheman, J. S., He, J., Koot, S., Buil, J. M., Krabbendam, L., & Van Lier, P. A. (2020). Classroom peer preferences and the development of sharing behavior with friends and others. International Journal of Behavioral Development, 44(5), 412-423. https://doi.org/10.1177/0165025420911094
- Chai, Q., Yin, J., Shen, M., & He, J. (2024). Act generously when others do so: Majority influence on young children's sharing behavior. Developmental Science, 27(3). https://doi.org/10.1111/desc.13472
- Poelker, K. E., & Gibbons, J. L. (2019). Sharing and caring: Prosocial behavior in young children around the world. Children’s Social Worlds in Cultural Context, 89-102. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-27033-9_7
