Sorry!

Author: Henry Hitchings
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
ISBN: 0374710597
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 401

Book Description
A humorous and charming investigation into what it really means to have proper manners Most of us know a bit about what passes for good manners—holding doors open, sending thank-you notes, no elbows on the table—and we certainly know bad manners when we see them. But where has this patchwork of beliefs and behaviors come from? How did manners develop? How do they change? And why do they matter so much? In examining English manners, Henry Hitchings delves into the English character and investigates what it means to be English. Sorry! presents an amusing, illuminating, and quirky audit of British manners. From basic table manners to appropriate sexual conduct, via hospitality, chivalry, faux pas, and online etiquette, Hitchings traces the history of England's customs and courtesies. Putting some of the most astute observers of humanity—including Jane Austen and Samuel Pepys—under the microscope, he uses their lives and writings to pry open the often downright peculiar secrets of the English character. Hitchings's blend of history, anthropology, and personal journey helps us understand the bizarre and contested cultural baggage that goes along with our understanding of what it means to have good manners.

Oops, Sorry!

Author: Richard Morgan
Publisher: Random House Children's Books
ISBN: 9780099433330
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 24

Book Description
"In this sweet, humorous introduction to manners for little ones, Richard Morgan's appealing characters learn to say 'please' and 'thank you' when they want something, 'hello' and 'goodbye' when someone greets them, 'sorry' when things go wrong, and 'pardon' when they do a whoops! oddlers will instantly recognize the scenarios in this book and giggle with delight as they repeat along with the simple, rhythmical text. "

Dora's Book of Manners

Author: Christine Ricci
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 9781599612393
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28

Book Description
For use in schools and libraries only. Young readers will enjoy reading these books based on the popular Nickelodeon television series.

Start with Sorry

Author: P. T. Finch
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781946844019
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36

Book Description
Illustrations and text tells the story of siblings Luna and Asher as they learn valuable lessons in empathy through artwork, cooperation and an apology. Kids ages 3-5 and the adults who love them will enjoy this delightful and beautifully illustrated children's picture book.

Sorry, I Forgot to Ask

Author: Julia Cook
Publisher: Boys Town Press
ISBN: 1545721599
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 35

Book Description
My Story about Asking for Permission and Making an Apology! RJ feels a lot happier when he says he’s sorry, and he learns that asking for permission will mean fewer trips to the time-out chair!

I'm Sorry!

Author: Janine Amos
Publisher: Cherrytree Books
ISBN: 9781842343050
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36

Book Description
Provides examples of good manners demonstrated by children in a variety of situations which illustrate the importance of saying sorry. Includes notes for teachers. Suggested level: junior.

Monster Knows I'm Sorry

Author: Connie Colwell Miller
Publisher: Capstone
ISBN: 1479529524
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33

Book Description
"Fun text and illustrations teach the basic concept of using manners and saying, "I'm sorry""--

The Secret Life of Words

Author: Henry Hitchings
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
ISBN: 142994157X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 450

Book Description
Words are essential to our everyday lives. An average person spends his or her day enveloped in conversations, e-mails, phone calls, text messages, directions, headlines, and more. But how often do we stop to think about the origins of the words we use? Have you ever thought about which words in English have been borrowed from Arabic, Dutch, or Portuguese? Try admiral, landscape, and marmalade, just for starters. The Secret Life of Words is a wide-ranging account not only of the history of English language and vocabulary, but also of how words witness history, reflect social change, and remind us of our past. Henry Hitchings delves into the insatiable, ever-changing English language and reveals how and why it has absorbed words from more than 350 other languages—many originating from the most unlikely of places, such as shampoo from Hindi and kiosk from Turkish. From the Norman Conquest to the present day, Hitchings narrates the story of English as a living archive of our human experience. He uncovers the secrets behind everyday words and explores the surprising origins of our most commonplace expressions. The Secret Life of Words is a rich, lively celebration of the language and vocabulary that we too often take for granted.

Excuse Me!

Author: Karen Katz
Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
ISBN: 9780448455822
Category : Conduct of life
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This book teaches toddlers the ABCs of polite behavior in a gentle and funny way. Includes stickers. Full color. Consumable.

Mind Your Manners, Alice Roosevelt!

Author: Leslie Kimmelman
Publisher: Peachtree Publishing Company
ISBN: 9781561454921
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The 26th president of the United States was a strong and clever man who could handle almost everything-except his eldest child, Alice. Alice Roosevelt was an independent, outspoken young woman during a time when women were supposed to be conventional and reserved. Whether it was riding a pig, keeping a pet snake, or driving a car-and speeding!-Alice did what she wanted to. When her father told she had to obey his rules while she lived under his roof, Alice decided to spend her time on top of the roof! Readers will enjoy author Leslie Kimmelman's factual and affectionate look at a free spirit who caught the attention of a nation in the early years of the twentieth century. Kimmelman juxtaposes Alice's antics with the achievements of her father-from his creation of our national parks system to his successful efforts at diplomacy-yet all the while, demonstrates a tender bond between the two. Adam Gustavson's illustrations perfectly capture the humor of the story and the strong personalities of its characters while placing the story within its proper historical context.