Saying please and thank you

By Maria Nelson

Subjects: Juvenile literature, Etiquette for children and teenagers, Etiquette, Courtesy

Description: Learning to speak in a polite manner can be tough. Sometimes, people receive gifts they dont like, dont want to help out at home, or are just in a hurry! Readers learn that politeness is easy to spread with just a few simple wordsplease and thank you. Taking the time to thank someone lets him or her know they are appreciated. Saying please shows a similar respect. Easy-to-read language aids beginning readers navigating both text and good manners for the first time.