The Playground Swing
Ben waits for his turn on the swing and finds out that sharing makes play more fun.
Started from one sentence: Ben wants the swing but another kid is on it.
Page 1
The Playground Swing
A story about taking turns
My name is Ben. I love the swings at the park. Today another kid is on my swing.
Page 2
Feeling Wiggly
I want a turn
I want to swing right now. Waiting feels hard for me. It is okay to feel this way.
Page 3
Using My Words
I can ask
I can use my words. I ask for a turn next. The other kid nods yes.
Page 4
Waiting My Turn
One, two, three
I count while I wait. I watch the clouds go by. Soon the swing is free for me.
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My Turn
Up I go
I climb on the swing. Mama pushes me gently. The wind touches my face.
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Turns Go Around
Everyone gets one
Another kid waits now. I count to fifty. Then I give the swing away.
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Proud of Me
Sharing felt good
Mama says I shared today. Taking turns makes play fun. I feel proud of my kind heart.
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