The Mine-o-saur

A parent would reach for this book when 'Mine!' has become the loudest word at every playdate. This story is perfect for the preschooler who is struggling with the concept of sharing toys and making friends. The Mine-o-saur hoards every toy he can find, shouting 'Mine! Mine! Mine!', until he has a giant pile of stuff but is completely alone. This humorous and brightly illustrated tale gently explores the loneliness that comes from greed and the joy that comes from friendship and generosity. It validates a child's possessive feelings while clearly demonstrating the positive outcomes of sharing. The rhythmic, repetitive text and dinosaur characters make a potentially tricky lesson feel fun and accessible for children ages 3 to 6. It’s a great tool to open a conversation without being preachy.