There's no denying that it can be tough to teach a two or three year old child to share, but learning to share is a very important milestone in a toddler's social development and it is worth the effort. The use of a few basic sharing tools and creative techniques will aid in the development process.

Timed Turn-Taking Activities

When a child has a toy designed for individual play, use a timer to show the toddler how to take turns. Set the timer for a short interval of one or two minutes and allow each child in a group to take turns with the object. If there are no siblings or other children to play with, get on the floor and demonstrate the art of taking turns with the toddler.