Forget Their Manners

Name: Forget Their Manners
ISBN: 9780808564201

For the family that has slipped into a cycle of interruptions and door-slamming. This classic guide helps kids understand why politeness matters at home.

Find on Bookshop.org Find on Amazon Save

About This Book

Reach for this book when the 'pleases' and 'thank yous' have vanished from your home and been replaced by door slamming and mealtime squabbles. It provides a relatable mirror for families who have fallen into a rut of bad habits and need a gentle reset. The story follows the Bear family as they realize their manners have slipped, leading Mama Bear to implement a 'Politeness Plan' to get everyone back on track. Through humor and recognizable domestic chaos, the book explores themes of mutual respect and accountability. It is perfectly suited for children aged 3 to 7 who are navigating the social expectations of family life and learning that kindness begins at home. Parents will appreciate the practical, low pressure approach to behavioral correction that focuses on the family unit rather than just blaming the children.

Manners & Behavior Responsibility & Accountability Bears Love & Family Family & Siblings Empathy & Kindness Sibling Rivalry Animals

What Parents Should Know

Moral AmbiguityMild

The cubs are intentionally rude at the start to demonstrate bad behavior.

Sensitive Topics

This is a secular, straightforward approach to behavior. There are no heavy topics like death or trauma, though the portrayal of Mama Bear's frustration is very realistic and might feel slightly tense to sensitive children before the resolution.