Sharing Circle

Sharing Circle

Here's a children's activity guide for a Sharing Circle focused on social development, sharing, and taking turns:

Title: Sharing Circle - Fostering Sharing and Taking Turns

Objective: To promote social development, sharing, and taking turns among children through a Sharing Circle activity.

Materials Needed:

       - Chairs or cushions arranged in a circle

Instructions:

       1. Introduction (5 minutes):

               - Gather the children in a circle and explain the purpose of the activity: to create a safe and supportive space for sharing and practicing sharing and taking turns.

              - Emphasize the importance of listening, respecting each other's perspectives, and taking turns to speak.

       2. Setting the Ground Rules (5 minutes):

              - Establish a set of ground rules together with the children.                      Examples may include:

                             - One person speaks at a time.

                             - Listen attentively to others.

                             - Use kind and respectful language.

                             - Encourage everyone's participation.

       3. Sharing Prompts (10 minutes):

              - Prepare a list of sharing prompts or questions related to sharing and taking turns. Here are a few examples:

              - Share a time when you shared something with someone else. How did it make you feel?

              - Describe a situation where you had to take turns with others. How did you handle it?

              - Share a time when someone shared something special with you. How did it make you feel?

              - Start the sharing circle by posing one question at a time. Allow each child to share their thoughts and experiences.

              - Encourage active listening and respectful responses from the other children.

       4. Reflection and Discussion (10 minutes):

              - After each child shares their story or experience, facilitate a discussion to reflect on what was shared.

              - Ask follow-up questions to deepen the understanding of each sharing experience.

              - Encourage the children to offer positive feedback, ask questions, and show support for each other's sharing.

              - Emphasize the importance of sharing and taking turns in building strong relationships and fostering a sense of community.

       5. Conclusion (5 minutes):

              - Summarize the key themes and lessons that emerged from the Sharing Circle.

              - Discuss practical ways the children can continue to practice sharing and taking turns in their daily lives.

              - Express appreciation for their active participation and willingness to share and listen in the Sharing Circle.

Remember, the goal of this activity is to create a safe and supportive environment where children can practice sharing and taking turns. Encourage them to actively listen, share their thoughts and experiences, and respond respectfully to others. By participating in the Sharing Circle, they can develop their social skills, empathy, and understanding of the importance of sharing and taking turns.