Dude, That's Rude! (Get Some Manners)

by Pamela Espeland & Elizabeth Verdick (2007, Free Spirit, 8.95)
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Full-color cartoons and kid-friendly text teach the basics of polite behavior in all kinds of situations. Kids learn "Power Words" to use and "P.U. Words" to avoid. It shows why their family deserves their best manners, how to yawn, how to burp, how to meet new people, how to treat a guest and be one, the right ways to use phones (including cell phones), school manners, mall manners, body manners, potty manners, the Top Ten Table Manners, and the essentials of e-tiquette (politeness online). Color. Grades 3-8. [5” x 7”...117 pages]

A Smart Girl's Guide to Manners: The Secrets to Grace, Confidence, & Being Your Best

by Nancy Holyoke (2005, American Girl, 9.95)
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Learning good manners has never been more fun than with this book filled with full-color illustrations and quizzes. From talking on the cell phone to family gatherings, this book covers basic etiquette areas. Illustrations. Color. Grades 3-8. [5.5” x 9.5”...120 pages]

Manners That Matter

Edited (1999, Ideals Publications, 10.99)
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Help students learn the importance of good manners in various social situations and how to achieve them! Includes role playing activities, as well as writing and critical-thinking exercises, and much more. Grades 3-8. [8.5” x11”..96 pages]

Social Smarts: Manners for Today's Kids

by Elizabeth James & Carol Barkin (1996, Clarion Books, 7.95)
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In a lively, conversational style, interspersed with letters from fictional columnist K.T. (“Knows The”) Answers, the authors address concerns of middle graders. They provide practical advice on everything from formal etiquette to problems with classmates and family members. Color. Grades 4-7. [6” x 9”...112 pages]

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