Tips to boost your child's confidence for the new school year!

BACK-TO-SCHOOL MANNERS    Where did the summer go?  Many of our children will be starting school soon.  Because they spend over a third of their day at school, good manners and social skills are of great importance.  Talking to your child about back-to-school manners will give your child the confidence they will need.  As various social situations arise they will know how to handle themselves.  This gives them the opportunity to focus on learning new things and socializing with new friends. Here are a few back to school manners that will help your child transition more easily through the new school year:  Obey the classroom rules.  Parents should ask the new teacher for these rules. Raise your hand and don't speak out. Be a good listener and don't interrupt. Help clean up. Take turns & share. Help others in need. Say "Please," "Thank You," and "You're Welcome." Respect your friends, teachers and school rules. At lunch, don't share your drinks, do chew with your mouth closed, sit in your seat while eating, clean up and throw away your trash. Don't grab or throw food. Practice the Golden Rule "Treat others as you would like to be treated." Be kind to others. Don't gossip or say mean things. Be the friend that you would like to have. Practice good hygiene (bath every day, brush your teeth, comb your hair, wear clean clothes, and keep your nails clean). Be on time. Teachers and adults should be called by called Miss, Mrs., Ms., or Mr. with their last names. If you want your children to have good manners, make sure you set a good example. After they hear you saying, "Please," "Thank you," and "You're welcome," they are likely to follow. Praise them for being mindful of their manners to encourage them to continue. Have a wonderful school year!  Like us on Facebook

Brush up on manners before the holidays.                                                       Upcoming Classes Enrolling Now!   August 12th                  Everyday Etiquette for Adults August 26th                  Essential Etiquette for Teens 13 - 18 September 9 - 30th       E is for Etiquette 6 - 8 October 7 - 28th           Etiquette for Young Ladies and Young Men 9 - 12           November 4th              Essential Etiquette for Teens 13 - 18 November 18th            Everyday Etiquette for Adults   Watch us on Arizona Midday Channel 12 -  July 31st at 1 p.m.  Destry and I will be discussing more about Back to School Manners!

Traveling with the kids this summer?

 

As parents you know how hard it can be flying with children.  Putting a child in a cramped space for hours with a plane filled with people can be a daunting task.

The following tips you may find helpful. 

• Before you leave on your trip sit down and explain airport procedure.  Let them know they will have to go through security and are expected to take their shoes, belts and jackets off and place them in a bin on the conveyor belt.

• When booking your flight think about the time of travel. The best time to travel is at night when kids are exhausted and want to sleep.

• Airports can be very crowded and busy.  It is a good idea to teach your child to walk on the right side of the walkway and go with the flow of traffic.        

• When boarding the plane and walking down the aisle remind your child to carry their items low and in front of them so they won't hit anyone going down the isle.

• Window seats are the ticket as it will keep your child entertained for a little while and make sure they have fastened their seat belt.

• Explain the importance of respecting others on the plane by not raising their voice, kicking the seat or pulling on the back of seat of the person in front of them when they get up.

• Bring plenty of snacks and gum.  Gum will help clear their ears as the plane climbs in altitude.  Feeding a bottle to an infant works well too.

• Pack in your child's backpack, a new toy, a couple of games, books, some crayons and paper, iphone with ear buds, and laptop. The more things they have to occupy their time, the least likely they will to act up.

•  When the plane lands the disembark process is important to know. Passengers in front of  you go first to retrieve their carry on items and line up to walk down the aisle. 

  

Look for us on Arizona Midday NBC channel 12 on June 23rd!  

Destry and I will be talking about wedding etiquette.

Please visit our website www.itsallaboutetiquette.com to enroll for our upcoming kids Summer Etiquette Camp!
  

   

 

Would you like your child to get a few helpful and fun-filled lessons in manners and proper etiquette this summer? As much as you try teaching manners and proper etiquette at home, sometimes children just need to learn these important lessons from another adult. Certified etiquette instructor, SueAnn Brown, owner of It’s All About Etiquette, will offer four-day summer etiquette camps running Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to noon. Children learn proper dining skills, how to set a table, proper introductions, how to write thank-you notes, proper eye contact, shaking hands, phone etiquette, and many more valuable life lessons. Your child will be amazed at how much fun learning about manners and proper etiquette can be. Cost is $225 per child. Sibling discounts are available. The cost of the camp includes a dining tutorial, class supplies, healthy snacks, and an etiquette reference book. Advanced registration is required. Space is limited. 

For more information or to register your child, call (480) 510-6346 o visit www.itsallaboutetiquette.com

 

 

How are your teen's social skills?

Look Familiar?  

    

With texting soaring are social skills dropping? YES...Two-thirds of the teens surveyed in the Pew research study reported that they are more apt to text with their cell phones than use them for spoken conversation.

With college and job interviews in the near future how are your teen's social skills? 

Our half-day workshop "Essential Etiquette for Teens" will help prepare your teen for the many new social and business situations they will face as young adults and will provide them with the self-confidence, enthusiasm, and motivation that is essential as they move into the next phase of their lives.

The following topics will be covered:

Proper Introductions - Handshakes And Eye Contact - Body Language - The Art Of Small Talk - How To Speak With The Right Tone With Clarity - Leadership Qualities - How To Make A Positive First Impression

Be The Perfect Guest - Invitations And Thank-You Notes - Techno-Etiquette And Social Networking - Dating Etiquette - Common Courtesies In Public Places

Table Skills and Dining Manners - Informal/Formal Place Setting - American/Continental Dining - Proper Use Of Dining Utensils - Eating Various Foods - Seating A Lady At The Table - Tipping Guidelines

Interviewing Tips For College & Job Interviews - Dressing The Part - Be A Good Listener - Interview Follow Up Calls And Thank-You Notes - Grooming & Skin Care - Graduation Celebration

The workshop is interactive, entertaining and educational!

Date: March 18th  

Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (lunch in provided) 

Fee:   $200.00 per student

Location:  Scottsdale

Please visit our website to register or call 480 510-6346

www.itsallaboutetiquette.com 

 

Look for us on Arizona Midday February 27th!  Destry and I will be discussing how to eat difficult foods.  Fork or Fingers? 

It’s Never Too Early to Start Learning Manners and Proper Etiquette

A good age to start teaching manners to your child is around the age of two years.  At this age children start understanding that other people have the same feeling just like them.  It becomes easier to teach your child that their behavior affects others.  Example:  Peter receives a birthday present from Uncle Joe, “Peter, what do you say when you receive a gift?  “Thank you.”  By gentle prompting by parents children can start learning to say please, thank you and you’re welcome. 

Teaching your two year to apologize will need a little more prompting on the parent’s part.  At this age your child understands empathy but probably won’t apologize on his own.  When your child hits another child the parent should explain that, "We don't hit; hitting hurts." Then, prompt him to apologize: "When we hurt someone, we say, 'I'm sorry.'"

The same would be true for not sharing toys. At this age children do not like to share.  Start off by setting up a play date with another child and have your child offer toys to his playmate.  This also will need some parent prompting.  The prompting would be, “When we don’t share our toys it makes Sally sad.”

At this age you can also start teaching your child where their napkin belongs.  You can start working with your child that food belongs on the plate and not on the floor.  Start out with a plastic plate and encourage him to use his utensils.  Discourage him from throwing food on the floor by saying, “Food stays on your plate and does not belong on the floor.”

Something else starts to happen at this age, nose picking and potty training.  This can be rather embarrassing for the parent.  The best way to deal with nose picking is to simply give your child a tissue.  As for the potty talk your child will probably have all kinds of words to utter for this one.  You will have to deal with as they will need to use these words to communicate what they have to do.  But if they are saying these words to get a reaction out of you, don’t show them any emotion.  Take it as a matter of fact.

I believe the best way to raise your child is with the old golden rule, “Do unto others as they would do unto you.”  Treating other people like they would want to be treated is something they can relate too.

Learning good manners and proper etiquette is an ongoing life long experience.  As your child grows so do their manners.  Consistency is a must when teaching your children etiquette as well as parents being the example.  Good manners start at home.

It is important to start teaching your child manners early so manners become a way of life and something a child does automatically.

Visit our website for upcoming etiquette courses for children and teens!

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