Picky, Picky Eaters

Picky eaters are frustrating at any age, from toddler to teens. Get in the habit of encouraging your littles to give new foods a chance. Incorporating a “One Bite Rule” encourages kid to at least try new foods and to keep trying. What’s rejected today might be a favorite tomorrow! When working with fussy eaters, try…

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Building Confidence with Manners Conversation Cards

Do you want to build confidence and self-esteem in your grandkids? Are you looking for a fun way to teach manners? Are you interested in starting a discussion about polite behavior with your grandchildren? When kids know how to behave in social situations, they are confident! Grandparents, you have more influence over your grandchildren than…

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Good Manners Start in God’s Word

– The basis for good manners and polite behavior for all ages and stages of life is found in the Bible. Scripture is filled with verses in how to relate to others well. If you’re needing resources for teaching your kids or grandkids to respect God, others, and themselves, dive into the Bible. – Paul…

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The Stars and Stripes: A Matter of Respect

Grandchildren study little about the goodness of America today. They are not necessarily taught to recognize or respect the Stars and Stripes as a symbol of liberty and freedom. Lost also is the appreciation of those lost defending freedom or those currently serving in the military. Grandparents, the goodness of America can be made known…

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Etiquette for Dinner at the White House

Polite manners are always in style. Good behavior and etiquette at the dinner table is a win-win for everyone. Guest blogger Carol Olsen shares her insight in helping grandkids to be their best prepares them for future social situations, even dinner at the White House. “Always put your napkin in your lap and keep your…

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The Manners Makeover: 7 Timely Tips

Summertime is a great opportunity to focus on manners with your kids. With more time for family meals, make the most of these teachable moments. Here are seven tips to keep in mind for your family’s manners makeover! 7 Timely Tips for a Manners Makeover Give directions in the positive. For example, “Please take your…

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Five Tips for Helping Kids Mind Their Manners

Manners start at home but do not end there. Both the family dinner table and a night out in a restaurant give children places to practice. Give your children a quick run-down on the expectations you have for dinner. Consider the type of dining you’re doing at home with paper plates or china. Dinner at…

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More on Manners

Christmas festivities have already kicked into high gear to celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus. It’s the time of year when families and friends draw close, sharing stories, traditions and of course meals. To make this joyous time less stressful when visiting with the relatives, take some time to work on manners with your…

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Do Manners Matter?

Manners are powerful, both good manners and poor manners. Think about it. Would you rather hang out with a friend who is polite or rude? Society may focus on the crass and unruly, but respect and polite behavior will always be in style. Teaching manners goes far beyond please and thank you. And it is…

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