—Emily Post
More than ever parents are seeking creative and effective ways to instill manners in their children. Manners and etiquette may evoke images of stuffy attitudes and pinkies held high but it really boils down to respect for others and yourself. Give your child the advantage by standing out by presenting impeccable manners.
Learning Manners
Emily Post and Everyday Manners
Emily Post was known for her timeless advice on etiquette. The site covers all areas of etiquette and manners from weddings to entertaining guests. Don’t miss her interesting biography on the site! The site does not contain lessons but the ideas can be implemented.
Manners Matter
Manners Matter has a free lesson download called “Manners be a Detective.” They call themselves “The Civility Experts!” and have plenty to say about it on multiple websites with activities for kids. They also have a free manners video and three free manners printables: Manners Search Word, Party Manners Bingo, and Manners Word Scramble. You can find all the freebies on their site here.
Manners Matter with 4H
New Hampshire University 4H has a free lesson plan for manners on their club website. This “Manners Matter” is a set of instructions on etiquette for ages 5 to 8. The “participant learns table manners by practicing setting a table and by considering the best way to eat a variety of foods.”
Creation Science Academy
Free Kindle Books About Etiquette.
The Ladies’ Guide to True Politeness and Perfect Manners
By Eliza Leslie
Book of Etiquette Volume I & Volume II by
Lillian Eichler Watson
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