The basis for friendship and cooperative play is emphasized in charming fashion in the pages of this book.īecause children of all ages enjoy screen toys and electronics, technology has become an integral part of everyday life. After many differences of opinion, Duck and Goose finally come to realize that the occupant of the unhatched egg would be better off if they stopped arguing about ownership and focus instead on its basic needs. In Duck and Goose, two friends compete over ownership of a giant egg (actually it’s a volleyball!). Storybooks are a friendly way to help them become more self-aware about conflict resolution between peers. Skills like problem-solving in social relationships can be complicated for young children. The rhythm of rhyming words on each page help children focus on familiar scenarios involving playtime, sharing and making new friends. As they pretend to bake a cake together, they realize that sharing their toy will make it even more fun. Llama wants to play with Nelly Gnu but sharing is hard sometimes! They tussle over one coveted toy–and soon it is broken! Mama Llama fixes it but suggests a new activity for the two new friends. Llama Llama Time to Share focuses on the sometimes-difficult task of cooperative play. Read this story during Circle Time then gather photos of all your children and make your own Rainbow of Friends Classroom book.Ĭooperative play is a healthy part of child development and, with practice, children will gain strategies for regulating emotions and social behavior. In fact, people are like rainbows: very beautiful and very unique! Invite children into a world where differences are what make the world beautiful. In A Rainbow of Friends, friends can come in all colors and sizes they can be funny or serious, musical or athletic, outgoing or quiet. Just as he is losing hope, he meets a new friend who is perfect for him.ĭelightful illustrations and a story about the quest for true friendship will capture the interest of every preschooler (as well as their teachers and parents). He goes in search of a “real” friend, looking in restaurants, subways and playgrounds.
The ability to imagine and role-play is the focus of this charming book, The Adventures of Beekle.īeekle, who lives on an island of other imaginary friends, gets tired of waiting to be befriended and decides to take matters i nto his own hands. Dramatic play is essential to every child’s learning. The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary FriendĪs we begin a new preschool year, dramatic play will create a safe and playful environment to learn about some big topics like how to make friends. Here are 5 great stories about friendship to build discussion during your preschool Circle Time. Going back to school, children will be excited and nervous about meeting new friends.
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