Sharing Crew Teacher Guide Sharing is Caring Crew
Teacher Lesson Plan
Audience
Pre-K
Why This Matters
Sharing and cooperation are essential life skills that help children thrive in group settings, understand others' feelings, and build positive relationships.
At a Glance
Total Time: 30 min
Prep Time: 15 min
Materials Needed
Sharing Crew Slides
Role-Play Scenario Cards
Soft blocks or beanbags
My Sharing Star Worksheets
Whiteboard & Markers
Lesson Objectives
Students will understand and practice sharing space , ideas , and helping hands to foster cooperation and empathy within the classroom community.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Warm-Up: What is Sharing? (5 min)
Begin with a quick class discussion to gauge prior understanding. Use the Slide Deck for visual prompts. Ask: "What do you think of when you hear the word 'sharing'?" Guide them to think beyond toys to space and ideas.
2
Meet the Crew! (5 min)
Introduce the Sharing is Caring Crew . Explain that crew members help each other, share space, and work together. Emphasize that sharing makes everyone feel good and helps us learn better.
3
Scenario Role-Play (10 min)
Distribute Role-Play Scenario Cards . Have students act out different sharing situations. Focus on positive outcomes and how each character might feel in the situation.
4
Sharing Relay Game (5 min)
Organize students into lines. Pass items (blocks/beanbags) down the line to practice physical cooperation. Focus on "sharing the task" rather than winning a race.
5
Cool Down: Sharing Star (5 min)
Distribute the My Sharing Star worksheet. Students draw one way they will be a crew member today. Collect these as an "exit ticket" to reinforce the lesson.
Teacher Prep Checklist
Review Slide Deck
Print & Cut Scenario Cards
Set up Relay Game space
Photocopy Sharing Star worksheets
Sharing Crew Slide Deck Sharing is Caring Crew!
Welcome to the Adventure!
Today we learn to share more than just toys!
Teacher Notes: Welcome students to the "Sharing is Caring Crew!" Explain that today they will learn all about sharing space, ideas, and helping hands.
What Does Sharing Mean?
Space
Making room for our friends to play!
Ideas
Listening to each other's thoughts!
Help
Using our "Helping Hands" for others!
Teacher Notes: Ask: "What comes to mind when you hear 'sharing'?" Guide them to think beyond objects using the three categories above.
Sharing Our Space
How can we make sure everyone has room to play and learn?
Let's practice together!
BLANKET CHALLENGE
Teacher Notes: Lay a small blanket on the floor. Ask 2-3 students to stand on it. Ask another to join. Discuss how to make room comfortably.
Our Sharing Circle
Listen to our friends
Take turns speaking
Respect different thoughts
"When we share ideas, we share our voice and our ears!"
Teacher Notes: Explain that airtime is something we share. Facilitate the Circle of Kindness discussion here.
Teamwork Time!
Sharing the Task!
1
Helping each other
2
Playing fair
3
Cheering friends on
Teacher Notes: Introduce the Sharing Relay Race. Remind students that working as a team is a form of sharing helping hands and tasks.
You are the Crew!
Always remember to share your toys, your space, your ideas, and your kindness!
Ready for your Sharing Star?
Teacher Notes: Conclude by reiterating the main message. Hand out the "My Sharing Star" worksheet.
Role-Play Scenario Cards Role-Play Scenario Cards
Sharing is Caring Crew Activities
Print & Cut Small Groups Act it out!
Scenario 1
The Last Block Tower
Two friends, a block tower
Situation: Two friends both want to put the very last block on the tall tower they are building. Both say, "I want to do it!"
Discussion Prompt
How can they share this special moment? What could they say to each other?
Scenario 2
Story Time Spot
Two friends, a cozy reading rug
Situation: It's story time, and two friends both try to sit in the same favorite cozy spot on the reading rug. There isn't enough space for both of them!
Discussion Prompt
How can they share the space? Is there room for one more friend?
Scenario 3
Idea Time!
A teacher, a group of friends
Situation: The teacher asks for painting ideas. Two friends both raise their hands and start talking at the same time because they are so excited!
Discussion Prompt
How can they share their ideas so everyone gets heard? Who goes first?
Scenario 4
Helper Hands
A friend who needs help, a friend who wants to help
Situation: A friend accidentally knocks over a basket of toys . They look sad and it's a lot to clean up. You want to help!
Discussion Prompt
How can you offer to share your "Helping Hands"? What should you say?
Sharing is Caring Crew Activity
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Sharing Circle Discussion Prompts Sharing Circle
Discussion Prompts for the Teacher
Instructions
Gather students in a circle. Remind them that in the Sharing Circle, we share our voices and our ears . Use these prompts to spark conversation and reinforce empathy.
1
"When have you shared something with a friend or family member? How did it make you feel inside?"
2
"Can you think of a time when someone shared with YOU? How did that make you feel?"
3
"What does it look like when friends share space nicely, like on the reading rug or at the snack table?"
4
"Why is it important to share our ideas and listen when our friends are talking?"
5
"What are some ways we can all be part of the 'Sharing is Caring Crew' in our classroom every day?"
Teacher Pro-Tip
If a student is shy, ask them to show a "thumbs up" if they agree with a friend's idea about sharing!
Sharing Relay Race Game Instructions Sharing Relay Race
Team Up to Share the Task!
Game Time
How to Play
1
Form Teams: Divide the class into lines of 5-6 students.
2
Set Up: Full basket at the start, empty basket at the end.
3
Pass it On: On "Go!", pass one item at a time down the line. Use gentle "Helping Hands"!
4
The Goal: Move all items to the end basket together.
Materials Needed
Soft blocks
Baskets
Beanbags
Open space
Reflection Questions
Ask the Crew:
"How did you share the job in your team?"
Ask the Crew:
"Was it easier to move items together or alone?"
Ask the Crew:
"How did it feel to work as a team?"
Phrases to Use
"Great sharing!"
"Look how you're helping your friend!"
"Teamwork makes the dream work!"
My Sharing Star Worksheet My Sharing Star!
How will I share today?
Name:
Draw a picture of one way you will be part of the
(Think about sharing toys, space, ideas, or helping hands!)
I will share:
Sharing is Caring Crew
