Why we Force Kids to Share

Pen drawing of a girl and a boy tugging a toy between them, both scowling

Sharing is about generosity, kindness, respect and awareness of others. All good things — but we strive so hard to promote sharing, that our efforts to promote kindness and generosity typically backfire when we try to teach young kids.

Teaching “No” and “Stop” to Kids

Pen drawing of a crying boy with one fist raised in the air

Sometimes we forget how sacred “No!” is. Young kids say it a lot, and for many adults that’s a word we’d rather not hear so much. But “No” and “Stop” are essential to healthy life, kindness and survival.