Cooperation is working together for a common purpose. Cooperation is team work. When you cooperate, you put the needs of the group above your own personal needs. You stop being a me and become part of a we. In the words of the Wonder Pets: “What’s gonna work? Team work!” How can you be a cooperative person? There are nine ways to becoming a cooperative person.

1. LISTEN carefully to others and be sure you understand what they are saying.
2. SHARE when you have something that others would like to have.
3. TAKE TURNS when there is something that no one wants to do, or when more than one person wants to do the same thing.
4. COMPROMISE when you have a serious conflict.
5. DO YOUR PART the very best that you can possibly can. This will inspire others to do the same.
6. SHOW APPRECIATION to people for what they contribute.
7. ENCOURAGE PEOPLE to do their best.
8. MAKE PEOPLE FEEL NEEDED. Working together is a lot more fun that way.
9. DON’T ISOLATE OR EXCLUDE ANYONE. This one goes hand in hand with the previous one. Everyone has something valuable to offer, and no one enjoys being left out.