It’s all about give and take with children
GETTING your young child to share can be a challenge — and for three reasons, says Laura Haugh, mum-in-residence at MummyPages.ie: “They don’t have a good grasp of time, which makes it harder for them to realise they’ve had a toy for a long time and the other child wants it back. They’re asserting their independence. And they may not have the words to describe how they feel.”
Experts advise bringing the concept of sharing into your child’s consciousness. Get him to share jobs with you such as sorting the laundry or unpacking the groceries. Play cooperative games with him where you each take turns – for example, finding the next piece of the puzzle. When engaged in these activities, mention to your child that what you are doing is sharing the task or game.
