Let’s talk about a challenging parenting topic- teaching your children cell phone manners. You can find lots of information on the internet about which phone is the right choice for your child, … [Read More...]
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How to Teach Your Children Cell Phone Manners
How to Apologize (plus how to teach your kids this important skill)
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...]
Why You Should Start a Manners Teaching Business
There are so many good reasons to start your own manners teaching business in your community. Here are few of my favorites. 1- You make a positive difference in the lives of children and their … [Read More...]
The Silent Signals of Silverware
An important foundation of good table manners is using silverware correctly. Knowing either the Continental or American method of eating, how to cut food correctly with the knife and fork, and the … [Read More...]
your family’s Table Manners (I can help!)
Why are table manners so important? Good table manners set the foundation for other important manners like respect for others, self-confidence, and being considerate. Manners learning starts at the … [Read More...]
How to Create a Memory Making Family Dinner Table
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 to Introduce Yourself (& Teach Your Kids this important skill)
It's normal for young people to feel nervous when meeting new people, but there's really no need to be. "How to introduce yourself" is an important skill that doesn't come naturally to most of us. … [Read More...]
How I Started My Manners Teaching Business
Rewind with me to 2010. My kids were getting older and more independent so I wanted (and needed!) to find a way to contribute to my family’s finances. Life is expensive when you have three … [Read More...]
Pizza Manners…is there such a thing?
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 just do the best you can … [Read More...]
Teach Your Family Power Words!
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...]