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 favorite topics to teach!). Because most of my children's manners classes are after-school programs … [Read more...]
Is Family Time at the Dining Table Still Important?
Is family time at the dining table really important- even in today's fast-paced world? Yes, it is...but it may look different than you expect. Researchers at Columbia University have found a direct connection between children's emotional and physical well-being and the frequency of … [Read more...]
7 Tips To Help You Teach Your Children About Friendship
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 vital to a healthy and happy life. We were made for relationships and community. How are your children's friendship … [Read more...]
Kindness Counts- Recommended Reading
"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 book are below or you can find them at your local bookstore or library. Hurrah for supporting … [Read more...]
How to Teach Your Children Cell Phone Manners
Let’s discuss 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, which apps are the best for monitoring your child’s cell phone use, and even printable contracts to use to … [Read more...]
For Your Dinner Table Tonight- the silent Signals of Silverware
Confidence, kindness & consideration begin at the family table! Try this simple table manners lesson at the dinner table tonight. 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 know plus tips to help you build … [Read more...]
Family Table Manners Boot Camp-making the most of our time together!
Confidence, kindness, and consideration begin at the family dining table! Hey there, friends- How are you and your family holding up during these uncertain times? There have been so many disappointments for everyone over the past few months...some big and some small...but all difficult! I've … [Read more...]
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 had to give an apology and while our hearts might be in the right place, apologizing can just … [Read more...]
Your family’s Table Manners
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, interviews, dates, and business networking. As your children grow and leave the nest, you will want them … [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 bustle of our daily lives whether the meal is takeout pizza or a homemade four-course meal. With … [Read more...]
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