Value Education - Sharing & Caring

What is Sharing and Caring?

Sharing and caring are two important values that help us be good friends and make everyone happy.

Why Do We Share?

We share because it makes others happy and it makes us happy too! When we share our toys, books, or snacks, we show that we care about our friends and want to help them.

Why Do We Care?

We care because everyone has feelings and needs friends to help them. When we care for someone, we show that we like and appreciate them.

How Can We Show Sharing and Caring?

We can show sharing and caring in many ways:

1. Sharing toys and materials with friends.

2. Helping a friend who is feeling sad or hurt.

3. Giving a friend a hug or a high-five.

4. Offering a friend a snack or a drink.

5. Being kind and gentle with others.

What Happens When We Share and Care?

When we share and care, everyone feels happy and loved! It makes our classroom and playground a happy and friendly place to be.

Remember

Sharing and caring are like superheroes that make everyone feel special! So, let's all try to be sharing and caring superheroes every day!

Here's a story for kindergarten students about sharing and caring:

tiya's Blocks

Tiya loved playing with blocks in his classroom. One day, he built a tall tower and was very proud of it.

His friend, Siya, came over and said, "Wow, tiya! That's a great tower! Can I play with it too?"

Tiya hesitated and said, "No, it's mine!"

Siya looked sad and walked away. Tiya felt bad and didn't know what to do.

Then, his teacher, Mrs. Smith, came over and said, "Tiya, when we share our toys with our friends, it makes everyone happy. Would you like to share your blocks with Siya?"

Tiya thought for a moment and then said, "Yes! Siya can play with my blocks!"

Siya was thrilled and together, they built an even bigger and better tower.

Tiya learned that sharing and caring for his friends made everyone happy, including himself!

Questions for Discussion

1. How did Tiya feel when Siya wanted to play with his blocks?

2. Why did Tiya decide to share his blocks with Siya?

3. How did Siya feel when Tiya shared his blocks with her?

4. What can we learn from Tiya's story?

Activity Ideas

1. Block Play: 

Provide blocks and other building materials for students to practice sharing and taking turns.

2. Sharing Circle: 

Have students sit in a circle and pass around a small toy or object, taking turns and practicing sharing.

3. Caring Cards: 

Have students create cards or pictures for their friends, showing appreciation and care.