Young children don’t have a good grasp of time and are very impulsive which can make them appear selfish and unwilling to share. However, as they grow older they will begin to understand how to properly share, so just give them time.
Why not help them along the way.
Encourage sharing.
It is vital that you encourage displays of generosity and sharing. So, when your little one shares their sweets with someone make a point of saying well done and tell them that you are very proud.
Don’t punish them when they don’t share.
By punishing your child when they don’t share their toys you are simply fostering resentment in them. Positive feedback is always better than negative.
Talk to them about sharing.
When your little one is fighting with a sibling over a toy, sit down and talk to them. Help them put their feelings into words by asking them why they don’t want to give up the toy. There may be a real reason behind their refusal to give it up.
Encourage them to take turns.
If your kid is struggling to let someone else have a go of something that belongs to them, try using a timer so your kiddie will know when they will get it back. Make sure you don’t give them too long to play - three minutes should be enough before anyone starts moaning again.
Respect your little one’s possessions.
Always ask permission if you want to borrow your child’s pens or papers. You would never allow your child to take something without permission, so neither should you.
Practice what you preach.
The best way to teach your child is to lead by example. Share your sweets or biscuits with your youngster and use the word “share” to describe what you are doing. Kids mimic the adult world so make sure they see you compromising and being giving with others.
Teaching your child to share is one of the most important things that you can do.
