courtesy

Young readers learn about why manners are so beneficial and appropriate no matter what age. Open-ended questions are posed, inspiring children to think about how and why they should use good manners in everyday life.

This book looks at table manners, and explains how readers should behave in a number of different situations, why it matters, and the possible repercussions of having bad manners.

Simple text and photographs illustrate how children can be polite.

Contains illustrated poetry for children on the subject of manners, with poems about cleaning, chewing, giggling, sneezing, eating, and more.

Demonstrates ways of showing politeness, speaking kindly, using basic courtesies, and respecting the feelings of others. Includes role-playing activities.

Explains to youngsters the components of and reasons for good manners, covering table manners, introductions, letter writing, phone and E-mail etiquette, being a host, attending parties, good sportsmanship, and other related topics.

Clifford, the huge but lovable dog, shows children good manners in various everyday situations.

The reader is asked various questions to which the anticipated reply is either, "yes, please," or "no, thank you.".

Teaches children the politeness of saying "please" when asking for help.