Will Sheila Share?

Name: Will Sheila Share?
ISBN: 9781596432895

by Elivia Savadier

For little ones learning the value of sharing, this story helps navigate the big feelings around toys and generosity with friends.

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About This Book

A parent would reach for this book when their preschooler or young child is clutching a favorite toy, refusing to let anyone else touch it. "Will Sheila Share?" gently explores this classic childhood dilemma through Sheila the pig, who adores her new doll so much that she can't bear to let her friend Lilly play with it. The story validates the strong, possessive feelings a child can have for a special toy, then sensitively shows the natural consequence: loneliness when a friend leaves. Ultimately, Sheila discovers that sharing her joy (and her doll) is more fun than keeping it all to herself. It’s an excellent choice for normalizing this tough feeling and modeling a positive, child-led resolution without shaming or lecturing.

Empathy & Kindness Friendship & Social Friendship & Loyalty Animals Making Friends Humor Anger & Frustration Sibling Rivalry

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

A character feels sad and lonely after her friend leaves. The feeling is temporary and resolves happily.

Sensitive Topics

This book contains no sensitive topics. The conflict is a very common and low-stakes social issue (possessiveness over a toy) and is handled directly and gently. The resolution is entirely positive and hopeful.