Teaching Kids the Importance of Taking Turns and Patience

Teaching Kids to Take Turns Sharing and turn-taking help kids learn patience and empathy.

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Samantha Gratton - PBS Kids

11/12/20251 min read

As PBS Kids explains, playtime gives children natural chances to practice fairness and cooperation.

“When children take turns, they begin to understand that everyone’s needs matter — not just their own.”

Read the full article on PBS Kids for Parents. https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/helping-kids-learn-to-take-turns-and-practice-waiting

Kidlatta Tip: Use the Turn-Taking Tracker in the Kidlatta app to help kids see whose turn is next — making sharing visual and fun!