Gentle guidance on respecting the elderly and building considerate character
This practical classic offers clear, beginner-friendly advice on how to treat older family members and strangers with dignity, kindness, and courtesy. Drawing on simple stories and everyday situations, it shows what good manners look like in daily life and at home, in public spaces, and during moments of care.
The book emphasizes empathy, patience, and helpful action. It explains how small acts—finding a seat, offering assistance, listening patiently, and speaking with respect—create a more thoughtful, inclusive society. A recurring focus is the importance of honoring the elderly and supporting them as their abilities change, with concrete examples to guide teachers, parents, and students.
- Understand why courtesy matters in everyday interactions
- Learn practical ways to show respect to older adults
- See barriers to polite behavior and how to overcome them
- Find ready-to-use examples and scenarios for teaching manners
Ideal for readers of etiquette guides, school libraries, or anyone looking to cultivate steadier, more considerate habits in themselves and others.
Lessons on Manners offers approachable instruction on character, civility, and social decency, grounded in relatable situations and age-appropriate guidance.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive guide to etiquette and social graces for young people, covering a wide range of situations encountered in daily life. Rooted in the belief that good manners stem from kindness, courtesy, and consideration, the author offers practical advice on how to navigate social interactions with confidence and grace. From proper table manners and appropriate conversation topics to the intricacies of introductions and visiting etiquette, this book equips readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to make a positive impression and enhance their social interactions. The author emphasizes the importance of selflessness, respect for others, and the ability to put others at ease, highlighting the transformative power of genuine courtesy in fostering harmonious relationships and creating a more pleasant and fulfilling social environment. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780259094722_0
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Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780259094722
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780259094722
Quantity: 15 available