Learning good table manners is an essential part of children's social confidence. I'm here to help! My Everyday Etiquette after-school students love learning table manners (and it's one of my … [Read More...]

good manners, consideration for others and social confidence
Learning good table manners is an essential part of children's social confidence. I'm here to help! My Everyday Etiquette after-school students love learning table manners (and it's one of my … [Read More...]
Is family time at the dining table important (and realistic?) in today's fast-paced world? Yes, it is...but it may look different than you expect. Researchers at Columbia University have found a … [Read More...]
Teaching children about friendship (how to make and keep friends in a healthy, positive way) is a passion of mine. It's no surprise that research has found that friendship is a key ingredient to a … [Read More...]
"The world is full of kind people. If you can’t find one, BE ONE!" Today I'm sharing three of my favorite books to inspire you and your family to BE ONE. 💕 Amazon links to each … [Read More...]
Let’s discuss a challenging parenting topic- teaching your children cell phone manners. You can find a lot of information on the internet about which phone is the right choice for your child, which … [Read More...]
Confidence, kindness & consideration begin at the family table! Be sure to sign up for your free Family Table Manners Checklist. It's a handy list of the table manners your children need to … [Read More...]
Confidence, kindness, and consideration begin at the family dining table! As a loving and responsible parent, you're always looking for ways to equip your children with the skills and habits they … [Read More...]
No one is perfect, so let's talk about apologies. We have all been on the receiving side of a flip, insincere apology...and well, it just feels crummy to be apologized to in that way. We've all … [Read More...]
Good manners and social confidence begin at the family table. Why are table manners so important? Think about all the important events that take place while dining- celebrations, meetings, … [Read More...]
I believe in the power of family dinners. Eating together is about so much more than getting food on the table and feeding hungry stomachs. Dinnertime can be a refreshing pause in the hustle and … [Read More...]
How are your children's meeting and greeting skills? Introducing yourself with confidence is a foundational social skill that children of all ages can master. Many young people feel nervous … [Read More...]
Did you know that pizza has its own day? National Pizza Day is February 9th! ? My family loves pizza! How do you eat pizza with good manners? Is it even possible? YES! You simply do your best, … [Read More...]
When my kids were young, they watched Barney, that big purple dinosaur, every morning on PBS. One Barney song still lingers in my mind. Odd, I know, but it's a really catchy tune. :) Please and … [Read More...]