What is the 'Cookie Challenge'? (And why you shouldn't worry if your kid fails it)
Briefly

The 'Cookie Challenge' on TikTok invites parents to observe their toddlers' sharing tendencies by presenting scenarios where children have more cookies than their parents. Responses vary; some children show empathy and share, while others prioritize enjoyment over sharing. For instance, in one video, 2.5-year-old Judah reacts to his mother not having a cookie by sharing his. Parents, like Hannah Cook and MoNique Kirkland, describe their children's reactions as humorous yet revealing, highlighting both the innocent nature of toddlers and the lessons they learn about empathy and sharing.
Cook tells TODAY.com that her son showed in the video "how deeply he feels and loves." She adds, "The reality is that toddlers are so silly and hilarious" - and so is the challenge.
Kirkland, a kindhearted parent, reflects on Luna-Ray's cookie-sharing hesitation, noting, "It appears we need to work on sharing," acknowledging the learning process of her toddler.
Read at TODAY.com
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