Arcadia Public Library

Simple text and photographs explain when to say "Excuse me."

Simple text and photographs explain when to say "Please."

Simple text and photographs explain when to say "Thank you."

Describes good manners and shows how different character values can be used in the classroom.

Describes good manners and shows how various manners and character values can be used when dining in a restaurant.

Introduces proper sayings in particular situations such as "Thank you" after receiving a present, "I'm sorry" after doing something wrong, and "Excuse me" after sneezing.

Having received an invitation to dine at their home, a family is shocked and amazed as they watch the Abbotts eat with the worst manners they have ever seen, in a tale about the importance of having and always maintaining good manners.

Stick figure drawings and a brief text tell why good manners are important and how to have good manners at home, at play, and on visits.

Provides information about basic etiquette and manners with family, including returning borrowed things in good condition, doing chores without being asked, and putting things back where they belong after they have been used.

Provides information about basic etiquette and manners at the table, including properly welcoming a guest, using the right silverware, and thanking the host for inviting you to dinner.