Demonstrates ways of showing politeness, speaking kindly, using basic courtesies, and respecting the feelings of others. Includes role-playing activities.
Good manners -- The magic words -- Table manners -- Being respectful -- Everyday manners -- Introductions -- Letter writing -- Phones and e-mail -- Being a good host -- Party manners -- Being a good sport -- Out and about.
Introduction -- Everyday Life: Winning with words -- Written word -- Thank you -- On the job -- Hi! how are you? -- Techno-manners -- At home: Family zone -- Challenge of change -- Mealtime manners matter -- Talk, talk, talk -- At school: Good morning, Mrs. Jones -- Beyond the classroom -- Getting there and home again -- Eating on the run -- At play: Party-time! -- Ideas for five fun parties -- Having friends over -- We've got tickets -- Good sports -- Out and about: Good manners make good neighbors -- Mall manners? -- Having fun in public places -- Dealing with differences -- Visiting in the hospital -- Quiet, please -- Kneel, stand, or sit? -- Cell phones in public places -- On the go: Away from home -- Planes, trains, and automobiles -- You're there! -- Eating out - From fast food to fine dining -- Camp Havagreatime -- Subways, buses, taxis -- Other special situations -- Weddings -- When someone dies -- Coming of age celebrations.
Boys and girls learn that good manners are a simple way of showing kindness and respect to people they know₇and to people they don't know. They are shown that being polite makes working and playing together more enjoyable for everyone.
Encourages toddlers and preschoolers to express themselves using helpful, not hurtful, words. Includes a note for parents and caregivers on language development.
