Sharing is Caring

1. Begin with a demonstration

Use a real or pretend prop, like a pencil.

The first grow-up says: "Oh, look at my pencil. It's such a useful pencil and I really love using it!"

A second grown-up or helper says: "Yes, it's lovely. My pencil isn't working and I really need to write something down. Can I borrow yours, please?"

The grown-up with the pencils says: "No! It's mine. I don't want to share it with anybody."

The second grown-up responds with: "But I really need to write something and my pencil isn't sharpened. It'll only take a minute. Please, will you share it?"

Let this short scene play out in front of the group.

2. Discuss the interaction

Ask the children:

• "What did you think of that conversation?"
• "Was the first grown-up being kind?"
• "What does sharing mean?"

Encourage them to share ideas about generosity and fairness.

3. Partner roleplay

Put the children into pairs. One child will be Person A (the one with the item), and the other will be Person B (the one asking to share).

4. Choose an item

Give them fun examples to imagine:

• An iPad
• A toy
• A packet of popcorn
• A piece of cake

5. Run two versions

In Round 1, Person A should say no and refuse to share.

In Round 2, Person A should say yes and share happily.

6. Watch and reflect

Invite a few pairs to perform their scene for the group. Then ask:

• "Which felt better- saying no or yes?"
• "Have you ever shared something that made someone else happy?"

7. Add a focus twist

If anyone shouts out a number during the game, the whole group must start again! This encourages focused listening and self-control.