Share and Take Turns (Learning to Get Along, Book 1)

Share and Take Turns is a thoughtful social-emotional nonfiction title written in English for children ages 4-8 and grade levels PK–3. This book teaches young readers how and why to share and take turns through concrete examples and reinforcing illustrations. It shows familiar settings―home, playground, classrooms―and models respectful behavior and cooperation among children. Designed to build social skills, it also includes a note to teachers and parents with discussion questions and activities to extend the learning. Perfect for circle time, guided reading, or parent-child dialogue, it encourages practice of key interpersonal skills in everyday interactions.

• English social-emotional nonfiction book for ages 4-8 and grades PK–3
• Provides concrete examples and illustrations to model sharing and turn taking
• Shows the benefits of cooperation, empathy, and fairness in social play
• Includes educator/parent notes, discussion prompts, and extension activities
• Ideal for preschool, kindergarten, and early primary classrooms to support SEL

Cheri J. Meiners, M.Ed., has her master’s degree in elementary education and gifted education. A former first-grade teacher, she has taught education classes at Utah State University and has supervised student teachers.

Cheri and her husband, David, have six children and enjoy the lively company of their grandchildren. They live in St. George, Utah.

Meredith Johnson has worked for over twenty years as the art director at an advertising agency.

She is also the illustrator of over 120 children’s picture books, including Free Spirit’s popular Learning to Get Along® series.

Meredith lives with her family in La Cañada, California.