Toy Turn-Taking Lesson Plan Toy Turn-Taking
Tier 3 Individual Lesson Plan
Duration 15 min
Objective
Teach a non-verbal 3-year-old to share and wait turns by using simple visual cues, a tangible sharing token, and guided practice to promote positive social interactions.
Why This Matters
Early turn-taking underpins cooperative play and peer readiness. Visual supports and concrete tokens aid non-verbal learners in understanding sharing concepts.
Prepare Materials (5 min)
Print and laminate Visual Cue Cards (Your Turn, My Turn, Wait).
Place two familiar toys and the sharing token on a small tray.
Set up the 15-Second Visual Timer within the child’s view.
Review how to display and point to visual cues throughout the session.
Materials List
• Visual Cue Cards
• 15-Second Visual Timer
• Sharing Token (colorful block)
• Two Favorite Toys
• Reward Stickers
Instructional Steps
2m
Warm-Up & Cue Introduction
Greet child with eye contact. Show each Visual Cue Card one at a time. Label cards verbally/signs: “Your Turn,” “My Turn,” “Wait.” Allow child to touch cards.
3m
Modeling Turn-Taking Game
Place Toy A (ball) in front of self, Toy B (animal) in front of child. Hold “My Turn” card, play with Toy A (10s). Switch to “Your Turn,” hand token + Toy A to child. Narrate: “My turn,” “Your turn.”
5m
Guided Practice
Use 10s timer for each turn. Show card before turn. Prompt child to give token for “My Turn” by pointing to card. Praise and give stickers. Use “Wait” card if child resists.
3m
Independent Turn-Taking
Reduce verbal prompts; rely on visuals/timer. Encourage child to initiate handing token. Reinforce attempts with high-fives. Gently guide hand-over if needed.
2m
Closing & Reinforcement
Show “Sharing” smiley visual. Reward with sticker. Briefly recap cards: ask child to point/touch each one. End with positive goodbye ritual.
Sharing Spin Game Guide Sharing Spin Game
Tier 3 Individual Activity Guide
Focus Waiting
Objective
Help the non-verbal 3-year-old practice waiting and sharing through a fun spinner activity that reinforces turn-taking cues.
Setup
Place spinner board & arrow within child's reach.
Shuffle and place Visual Cards face-up nearby.
Position sharing token and toys on a small tray.
Materials Needed
Spinner Board
Visual Cards
Sharing Token
Two Favorite Toys
Reward Stickers
Game Instructions
1
Introduce the Spinner (2 min)
Show each Spinner Visual Card and match it to the board section. Let the child touch the arrow and cards to explore the materials.
2
Model One Round (3 min)
Spin the arrow. When it stops, hold up the matching Visual Card and say/sign the word. Demonstrate the action (e.g., if "My Turn", keep token for 10s).
3
Guided Play (5 min)
Invite child to spin. Prompt them to look at the arrow and match it to a Visual Card. Support their response (handing over token or waiting). Use praise and stickers.
4
Independent & Wrap-Up (5 min)
Reduce verbal prompts; point only. Encourage initiation. End by celebrating with a final sticker and a "Great Sharing!" visual reminder.
Toy Sharing Activity Guide Toy Sharing Activity
Generalizing Turn-Taking Skills
Active Play
Activity Objective
Generalize turn-taking and sharing skills to everyday play contexts by using familiar toys in a guided routine like building towers or racing cars.
Materials
• 2 Identical Toys (cars/blocks)
• Visual Cue Cards
• Sharing Token
• Small Tray/Basket
• Reward Stickers
Quick Setup (2 min)
Arrange identical toys on a tray with the Sharing Token and Cue Cards in view. Choose a simple routine like "stacking blocks" or "rolling a ball".
2 MIN
1. Context Intro
Show each Cue Card. Say/sign: "Let's play together! We will build a tower. We take turns."
3 MIN
2. Teacher Modeling
Hold "My Turn" card. Place one block. After 5s, switch to "Your Turn" and hand token + block. Narrate: "My turn... Your turn!"
5 MIN
3. Guided Practice
Use a 10-15s natural timer. Show cards. Prompt exchange by pointing to "My Turn". Give praise/stickers for successful sharing.
3 MIN
4. Routine Extension
Switch to a new activity (e.g., rolling ball). Encourage child to point to "Your Turn" to request the next turn. Reduce prompts.
Beyond the Lesson
Home Practice
Use snacks (like crackers) and the same cue cards during snack time at home.
Peer Play
Later, introduce one peer and use the sharing token to support turns in a game.
Visual Reminder
Post Cue Cards in the play area to reinforce sharing throughout the whole day.
Sharing Spin Game Visual Cards My Turn
Card 1: My Turn • 4" x 6" Visual Support
Your Turn
Card 2: Your Turn • 4" x 6" Visual Support
Share
Card 3: Share • 4" x 6" Visual Support
Wait
Card 4: Wait • 4" x 6" Visual Support
