Sharing Time (Toddler Tools) [Board book]

Elizabeth Verdick (Author), Marieka Heinlen (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 2 and up | Series: Toddler Tools

Sometimes it’s fun to share, and sometimes it’s hard. This book offers toddlers simple choices (take turns, use the toy together, wait for another time) to make sharing easier, and shows them where to turn for help when sharing is difficult. Little ones learn that sharing can mean double the fun—and sharing a while can make someone smile!

Editorial Reviews

Review

“There is no such thing as a quick fix. However, if you’re beleaguered by the baby battles, these books could serve as a life preserver.”—The Post & Courier

“It’s important for children to understand they can’t take something away from another person without permission. It’s important they understand they have the right to say no when asked to share but can offer up a compromise for later. This book is a great way to lay that foundation.”—Andrea Coventry, Montessori educator, Andi’s Kids Books Blog

About the Author

Elizabeth Verdick is the author of more than 30 highly acclaimed books for children and teenagers, including books in the Toddler Tools board book series, the Best Behavior series for young children, and the Laugh & Learn™ series for preteens. Her most recent titles include Diapers Are Not Forever and Listening Time and Bye-Bye Time from the Toddler Tools series. Elizabeth lives with her husband, daughter, son, and five pets near St. Paul, Minnesota.

Marieka Heinlen received her BFA at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and also studied at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London. She launched her career as an award-winning children’s book illustrator with the original edition of Hands Are Not for Hitting and has illustrated other books in the Best Behavior series and Free Spirit’s Toddler Tools board book series. Marieka lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, with her husband and son.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 2 and up
  
• Board book: 24 pages
• Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing; Board Book edition (August 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1575423146
• ISBN-13: 978-1575423142
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 6.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,880 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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More About the Author

Elizabeth is best known for her board books for toddlers, including the award-winning "Best Behavior" series ("Teeth Are Not for Biting," "Words Are Not for Hurting," etc.) and her brand-new series "Toddler Tools" ("Listening Time," "Naptime," "Calm-Down Time," and so on). She is a coauthor in the "Laugh and Learn" series for older children, which includes "Dude, That's Rude" and "See You Later, Procrastinator."

Books in all of these series have received numerous awards, including the Henry Bergh Award, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Book, Gold Mom's Choice Award, and iParenting Media Award Excellent Product.

She lives with her husband, daughter, son, and five pets: a dog (Sunny), two cats (Cleo and Tom), and two guinea pigs (Tucker and Otis).

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mine! Mine! Mine!, December 22, 2009

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Sharing Time is just the ticket if you have a toddler who refuses to take turns or relinquish a possession without a tantrum. As the book says, some things are fun to share -- like smiles and hugs. But when it comes to favorite things, the fear of having it broken or taken away forever is quite real.

I purchased two copies of Sharing Time for cousins who frequently play with each other or in a group. This book is a wonderful tool for parents to avoid the tantrums before they start! The lessons here are valuable, and are presented in a clear and cheerful way with cute illustrations.

I highly recommend Sharing Time.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book...it makes my daughter think!, September 19, 2011

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I bought this book for my daughter's 2nd birthday. She is well behaved; but like most toddlers, she sometimes has trouble sharing toys or things that she thinks is hers (e.g., swings, slides at the park). When I bought the book, I didn't expect much; but I've been plesantly surprised. The first time we read it, she took it and studied it. I pointed out the children that are happy and unhappy. The page that she keeps coming back to includes two children fighting, "She might take it." "He might break it." "Mine, mine, mine." She frowns at that page and tells me the children are sad.

Now, when she has a conflict with another child (or her parents), I just remind her of the Sharing Time book. She gets a thoughtful face and then usually shares. This book seems to have helped my daughter develop more empathy for others. Thanks!

Now, I'm looking for a trick to get her to eat vegetables!

5.0 out of 5 stars This Book Really Helped My Son!, April 27, 2011

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got this book hoping it would help my 3year old wuth issues he was having at Daycare. I was about to pull out my hair, thinking he was going to be labled as a brat. Well I bought this book and others in the collection and it helped. I read this book and Hands Are Not For Hitting ever night for 2 weeks and now he is having "Good Days" at daycare now. I still read them to him a few nights a week, plus he really likes them. So if your having probs with your child try these books.