Athletics & Wellness Grade 1 45 min

Taking Turns and Sharing

Let's learn how to take turns and share! When we do this, everyone gets to play and have fun, which makes us all happy teammates.

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What & Why

Taking turns means we wait for our chance to play. Sharing means we let others use the toys or equipment we are using.We do this so everyone feels included and the game is fair for all our friends!
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Example 1 — The Swing Set

Leo is on the swing, and Maya wants to play.Maya walks over and asks nicely, "Can I have a turn when you're done, please?"Leo smiles and says, "Sure! I'll count to 20 and then it's your turn."Leo counts out loud, then hops off the swing.Maya says "Thank you!" and gets on the swing. Now they are both happy!
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Example 2 — Building with Blocks

A group of friends wants to build with blocks, but there are only a few red ones.Everyone wants the red blocks for their tower.Instead of grabbing, they decide to share.Sam says, "Let's each take three red blocks to start."They all agree and build their own small towers next to each other, making a cool block city together!

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Sample Practice Questions

Beginner
What does 'taking turns' mean?
A.Waiting patiently for your chance to do something.
B.Keeping a toy all to yourself.
C.Running away with the ball.
D.Crying until you get what you want.
Beginner
You and your friend both want to use the one blue marker. What is the BEST thing to do?
A.Grab the marker and hide it.
B.Say, 'I'll use it for a minute, and then it's your turn.'
C.Tell your friend they can't color with you.
D.Scribble on their paper so they won't want the marker.
Beginner
Why is sharing important when playing games?
A.It helps make sure everyone feels included and has fun.
B.It means you get more toys than anyone else.
C.It is a rule that you can ignore.
D.It makes other kids want to go home.

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Taking Turns and Sharing is a Grade 1 Athletics & Wellness lesson on ExcelOS.

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Let's learn how to take turns and share! When we do this, everyone gets to play and have fun, which makes us all happy teammates.

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This lesson includes 12 practice questions across multiple difficulty levels, each with instant feedback and explanations.

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