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Keeping a toy when another child wants it is not the mark of a selfish child, but simply a busy one. Protect your child’s right to play and teach her to say, “I’m not done yet.” Interrupting play— and instantly rewarding the other child— does not benefit either child. Waiting for a turn teaches great lessons in delayed gratification. Young children aren’t ready to share; they are ready to take turns. Turn-taking empowers kids and helps teach courtesy, awareness and spontaneous generosity.

Quote ID: 00214

Author

Heather Shumaker

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It’s OK Not To Share

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