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Learning the art of sharing

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The Rainbow Fish is an international best-seller and a modern classic. Eye-catching foil stamping, glittering on every page, offers instant child appeal, but it is the universal message at the heart of this simple story about a beautiful fish who learns to make friends by sharing his most prized possessions that gives the book its lasting value.
average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 16066 votes, reviews

Marcus Pfister

Sharing, Friendship

Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. In Waiting Is Not Easy!, Piggie has a surprise for Gerald, but he is going to have to wait for it. And Wait. And wait some more...
average rating is 4.8 out of 5, based on 14569 votes, reviews

Mo Willems

Sharing, Friendship

"There was a hippopotamus Who hiccupped quite-a-lotamus. And every tmie he got’emus ... He’d fall upon his bottomus." Calamity ensues when an elephant, a centipede, and a rhinoceros try finding a cure for hippo’s colossal case of hiccups. Zenz’s creativity shines through with his use of colored pencil in this off-the-wall read-aloud. HIC! HIC! HIC!
average rating is 4.7 out of 5, based on 11439 votes, reviews

Aaron Zenz

Sharing

When Pigeon finds a delicious hot dog, he can hardly wait to shove the entire thing in his beak. But . . . then a very sly and hungry duckling enters the scene and wants a bite. Who will be the more clever bird? In this hilarious follow-up to the acclaimed Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! Mo Willems has created another avian adventure that encourages children to share even their most prized processed foods. Mo Willems is a six-time Emmy Award-winning writer and animator for Sesame Street and the head writer of Cartoon Network's Code Name: Kids Next Door. The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog! is the companion to Mo's first children's book, Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! He is also the author of Time to Pee!.
average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 2892 votes, reviews

Mo Willems

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Cooperation

Llama Llama has new neighbors! Nelly Gnu and her mama stop by for a play date, but Llama's not so sure it's time to share all his toys. Maybe just his blocks? It could be fun to make a castle with Nelly . . . But wait--Nelly has Llama's little Fuzzy Llama! The fun turns to tears when Fuzzy Llama is ripped in two, "all because of Nelly Gnu!" Mama comes to the rescue and fixes Fuzzy, but she makes it clear: "I'll put Fuzzy on the stairs, until you're sure that you can share."
average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 2793 votes, reviews

Anna Dewdney

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The first hilarious book in award-winning author-illustrator Aaron Blabey's Pig the Pug series -- now in a board book! The first book in the hilarious Pig the Pug series is now in an affordable board book format, perfect for the youngest Aaron Blabey fans! Pig is a greedy and selfish Pug. He has all the bouncy balls, bones, and chew toys a dog could ever want, yet he refuses to share with his poor friend, Trevor. Little does he know, however, that being greedy has its consequences...Rich with author-illustrator Aaron Blabey's signature rhyming text and unforgettable illustrations, join Pig as he learns to share -- the hard way!
average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 2153 votes, reviews

Aaron Blabey

Sharing, Gratitude

In this enchantingly told original folktale, a wise quiltmaker makes the most beautiful quilts in the world – but she will give them only to those who have nothing. When a rich, dissatisfied king insists that she give him one of her quilts, she gives him what seems an impossible task: to give away all he owns. One by one, the king gives away his many possessions, and finds that the more he gives away, the happier he is. Finally, when the king has nothing, the quiltmaker gives him the promised quilt. But he knows that the true reward for his generosity has been the smiles of those he has helped.The Quiltmaker's Gift has touched the hearts of readers young and old, bringing it to the PW bestseller list and earning it numerous awards and commendations. The heartwarming, strongly moral tale supports important values, and the detailed illustrations, featuring dozens of lovingly rendered quilt patterns, offer hours of delight. Children will delight in this new commemorative edition, which includes a special Quiltmaker's Gift Box so that, following the example of the Quiltmaker, they can create their own beautiful quilts. The gift box includes a quarter yard of quilting fabric, step-by-step instructions for simple, fun projects, and helpful tips and advice for eager young quiltmakers.
average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 886 votes, reviews

Jeff Brumbeau

Gail de Marcken

Sharing

Little Lion learns to share in this colorful, fun-filled board book—part of the bestselling Hello Genius series! Little Lion does not like to share. As he says, all the toys are “Mine, mine, mine!” Thankfully, his extra-patient mom has a few share-worthy lessons: take turns, play with something else, or play together. With these helpful tips, Little Lion—and your own fierce toddler cub—will be the King of Sharing. With bright colors and loveable animal characters, this book will have babies, toddlers, and preschoolers alike roaring for more. All Hello Genius board books help guide your child’s first steps in learning social skills and manners. The sturdy, just-my-size pages make them must-have gifts for baby showers, birthdays, and every milestone along the way.
average rating is 4.7 out of 5, based on 714 votes, reviews

Michael Dahl

Oriol Vidal

Sharing

Sometimes it’s fun to share, and sometimes it’s hard. This book offers toddlers simple choices (take turns, use the toy together, wait for another time) to make sharing easier, and shows them where to turn for help when sharing is difficult. Little ones learn that sharing can mean double the fun—and sharing a while can make someone smile! Includes tips for parents and caregivers.
average rating is 4.8 out of 5, based on 695 votes, reviews

Elizabeth Verdick

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When Love Monster comes home from vacation, he discovers a box of chocolates on his doorstep. He knows he should share it with his friends, but what if there's none left for him after everyone has a piece? What if they take his favorite-the double chocolate strawberry swirl? And even worse-what if the only piece left is the coffee-flavored one? Ick! In the end, Love Monster learns that sharing with friends is the sweetest treat of all.
average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 659 votes, reviews

Rachel Bright

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Four time Caldecott Honor winner Leo Lionni's beloved tale about three young frogs learning to work together. Three selfish frogs live together on an island in the middle of Rainbow Pond. All day long they bicker: It’s mine! It’s mine! It’s mine! But a bad storm and a big brown toad help them realize that sharing is much more fun. With characteristic clarity, simplicity and exuberance, Leo Lionni makes it possible for kids to see themselves through the antics of others who share our world.
average rating is 4.7 out of 5, based on 515 votes, reviews

Leo Lionni

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Counting, Sharing, Boundaries

A generous but increasingly put-upon bear makes batch after batch of doughnuts for her woodland friends without saving any for herself in this delightful debut picture book about counting, sharing, and being a good friend. LouAnn (a bear) is making a doughnut feast in preparation for her long winter's nap. But just before she takes the first bite, DING DONG! Her friend Woodrow (a woodchuck) drops by. LouAnn is happy to share her doughnuts, but as soon as she and Woodrow sit down to eat, DING DONG! Clyde (a raccoon) is at the door. One by one, LouAnn's friends come over--Topsy (an opossum) and then Moufette (a skunk) and then Chip and Chomp (chipmunks)--until it's one big party. Louann welcomes her surprise guests and makes batch after batch of doughnuts, always dividing them equally among her friends. But she makes one BIG miscalculation. Soon LouAnn's kitchen is bare, winter is near, and she's had nothing to eat at all!
average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 307 votes, reviews

Carrie Finison

Brianne Farley

Sharing, Emotions

Hop into the world of Peter Rabbit and his friends in this series of charming board books! All of Peter's friends are getting ready for a picnic, and the invitation says that everyone should bring something to share. But Peter can't think of anything to bring! Mrs. Rabbit is bringing something sweet. Benjamin Bunny is bringing something fun. And Squirrel Nutkin is bringing something different. Will Peter find something to contribute to the picnic? This is the fifth title in a fresh series of very young stories set in Peter Rabbit's world. The simple tales will deal with the early experiences and emotions of small children, as seen through the eyes of Beatrix Potter's classic characters.
average rating is 4.7 out of 5, based on 242 votes, reviews

Beatrix Potter

Celebrity Authors, Sharing, Emotions

New York Times bestselling author, TODAY Show co-host, and meteorologist Dylan Dreyer’s next Misty adventure is all about getting along and learning to compromise! Social-emotional learning meets weather concepts in this bestselling franchise. The follow-up to the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestseller! When Misty's party with her cloud pals is interrupted by a group of sunbeams, Misty goes from cool and calm to a bit heated. The clouds and sunbeams have a very hard time putting aside their differences and agreeing on a game. But when they do finally find a way to come together, they all make something beautiful: a big rainbow! This new addition to the Misty the Cloud series teaches readers about compromise, sharing, and dealing with good days, bad days, and everything in between.
average rating is 4.8 out of 5, based on 182 votes, reviews

Dylan Dreyer

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Rosie Butcher

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meaningful additions

Children learn and hear more than we think.  Books provide context for new and potentially confusing topics, and give caregivers a way to approach complex topics.

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