How to Speak Politely and Why

I bought this, because I liked the educational value. My son is only two and a half, so I figured this would be relegated to a shelf for a few years. I red it the night I bought it and figured that was it. Imagine my surprise when he began to ask for it every few nights! The pictures are simple and not very colorful. There is no excitement or set plot. In other words, I figured it would be very dull to children. Yet somehow he really likes this book. I like that he will eventually learn from this book and will now buy the rest of the set.

My 6 year-old actually started to say, "May I please be excused?" when wanting to leave the table! I didn't even have to ask him to do it! I just love this book and I will keep it forever. It pertains to adults, too!

I purchased the Munroe Leaf series on manners as a tool for teaching foster children acceptable behavior. I remember the books from my childhood and as a child I loved the pictures and the no-nonsense lessons. I have found that the children in my care also have loved these books, and we use them as tools to overcome some behavior that is not acceptable in our home, or in society. I think all children would benefit from, and learn from these fun little books.

An important book for kids as they are learning language. I got it for my four year old niece and she now makes it a habit of saying "yes" instead of "yeah." It seems insignificant, but is really charming and nice to hear.

This book is well written, really for any age, I bought it for my grandchildren, but I learned so much that I now have it at my home also. What a wonderful way to open dialogue with your child regarding polite words, there really is a need for this book and the author's other 2 books on manners and behavior. I truly have enjoyed this collection and will treasure them.