A step-by-step guide for planning a wedding provides advice on every phase of the wedding process, from the engagement announcements to the wedding gift thank-yous, explaining how to personalize even the most traditional affair.

Learning to speak in a polite manner can be tough. Sometimes, people receive gifts they don't like, don't want to help out at home, or are just in a hurry. Readers learn that politeness is easy to spread with just a few simple words, such as "please" and "thank you." Taking the time to thank someone lets him or her know they are appreciated. Saying "please" shows a similar respect. Easy-to-read language aids beginning readers navigating both text...

For the first time in its history, this American classic has been completely rewritten. Peggy Post gives us etiquette for today's times. Read by millions since the first edition was published in 1922, Emily Post-the most trusted name in etiquette-has always been there to help people navigate every conceivable social situation. The tradition continues with this 100 percent revised and updated edition, which covers the formal, the traditional, the contemporary,...

An introduction to etiquette and proper behavior when borrowing books from the library.

"Saying please and thank you is polite and it might be second nature to some people. However, we realize it's rude not to say these things in many situations. Saying please and thank you shows that a person is respectful. This book uses everyday situations depicted in colorful illustrations to show children when saying please and thank you is appropriate. The manageable text makes reading and listening easy for young children"--

Explains how children can make smarter, more positive choices about how they behave at home and at school and, as a result, stay out of trouble, feel good about themselves, and get along better with family, friends, and teachers.

Describes various situations in which it is appropriate to say, "Excuse me."

Describes various situations in which it is appropriate to say, "After you."

Describes various situations in which it is appropriate to say, "I'm sorry."

"Learn which behaviors to use and which to avoid to show respect for your friends. Then see how these simple lessons can be used in fun stories of etiquette in action."--