How Rude!: The Teenagers' Guide to Good Manners, Proper Behavior, & Not Grossing People Out

by Alex Packer (1997, Free Spirit, 19.95)
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The author blends humor with sound advice as he guides readers through the world of manners from A ("Applause") to Z ("Zits"). Fourteen chapters describe the basics of polite behavior in all kinds of situations at home, at school, and in the world. An excellent source for group presentations—especially if you like humor. For use with grades 7-12. [7” x 9”...465 pages]

Family Manners for Teens: Avoiding Strife in Family Life

by Alex Packer (2004, Free Spirit, 9.95)
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When family life is full of strife, what can a poor teen do? This book covers the basics of creating the civilized home—a place where people talk instead of yell, pick up after themselves, respect each other, and fight fair. And it's not all about the traditional family. Tips also cover the blended, shaken, stirred, and mixed (or mixed-up?) family, with special advice for teens whose parents are divorced. Grades 6-12. [5.5” x 7”...128 pages]

Friendship & Dating Manners for Teens: Surviving the Social Scene

by Alex Packer (2004, Free Spirit, 9.95)
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Is there a proper way to make new friends? Is teasing always rude? What can you do about friendship problems? How can you show a girl (or guy) that you like her (or him)? What's the best way to ask someone out…and who pays for the date? This book answers these questions and many more. Along the way, teens learn the basics of polite behavior with friends and more-than-friends—and laugh out loud while learning. Grades 6-12. [5.5” x 7”...128 pages]

School Manners for Teens: Civility in the Hallowed Halls

by Alex Packer (2004, Free Spirit, 9.95)
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What counts as rude behavior in school? What can you do when a teacher is rude? When someone tries to copy off of your paper during tests, should you tell or not? What's the best way to handle bullies and bigots? Is there anything worse than cafeteria food? School can be cruel. Here's sound advice (touched with humor) for teens who want to make it more bearable. Grades 6-12. [5.5” x 7”...128 pages]

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