What is a sharing toys social story?
A sharing toys social story helps a child understand sharing, waiting, asking politely, and handling big feelings when another child has a toy.
- Teach sharing in child-friendly steps
- Practice turn taking and waiting
- Give the child words to use with peers and grown-ups
When to use this story
Use this story before playdates, preschool, daycare, sibling play, or any situation where a child struggles with sharing toys or waiting for a turn.
- Read it before a play situation
- Repeat it after a hard moment
- Keep the wording calm, specific, and realistic
Example social story for sharing toys
Sometimes I want the same toy that someone else is using. I can look, wait, and take a slow breath. I can say, 'Can I have a turn when you are done?' If I feel upset, I can ask a grown-up for help. When it is my turn, I can play gently. Sharing helps everyone have fun together.
Create a personalized sharing story
ChildrenBooks lets you describe the real play situation, choose the child's age and tone, and generate a structured social story outline. You can edit the text, copy it, download a printable PDF, or turn the scenario into a picture book draft.