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1.      Say Please.

2.      Say Thank you.

3.      Do not interrupt grown-ups who are speaking with each other unless there is an emergency.

4.      Say excuse me.

5.      Ask permission first.

6.      Keep negative opinions to yourself.

7.      Do not comment on other people’s physical characteristics unless, of course, you compliment them.

8.      When people ask how you are, tell them and then ask them how they are.

9.      Thank people for allowing you to spend time at their house.

10.  Knock on closed doors, and wait to see if there is a response, before entering.

11.  When you make a phone call, introduce yourself first then ask if you can speak with the person you are calling.

12.  Be appreciative and say “thank you” for any gift you receive.

13.  Never use foul language.

14.  Don’t call people mean names.

15.  Do not make fun of anyone for any reason.

16.  Even if a play or an assembly is boring, sit through it quietly and pretend that you are interested. The performers and presenters are doing their best.

17.  If you bump into somebody, immediately say “Excuse me.”

18.  Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze, and don’t pick your nose in public.

19.  As you walk through a door, look to see if you can hold it open for someone else.

20.  If you come across a parent, a teacher, or a neighbor working on something, ask if you can help. If they say “yes,” do so — you may learn something new.

21.  When an adult asks you for a favor, do it without grumbling and with a smile.

22.  When someone helps you, say “thank you.” That person will likely want to help you again. This is especially true with teachers!

23.  Use eating utensils properly. If you are unsure how to do so, ask your parents to teach you or watch what adults do.

24.  Keep a napkin on your lap; use it to wipe your mouth when necessary.

25.  Don’t reach for things at the table; ask to have them passed.