Deschutes Public Library

Some little pigs remember their manners and others do not.

Mama Bear comes up with a plan to correct the Bear family's rude behavior.

Adorably clad in her pink dress and matching headband, Martha is ready to do just about anything-except say those three little words: I am sorry. But when this sweet but stubborn otter learns that niceties like cookies, piggyback rides, and hugs are for people who apologize, our mischievous heroine learns the ultimately rewarding feeling that comes with saying she's sorry.

Seized with a desire for a cookie while in the park, Sophie discovers that throwing a terrible tantrum will not get her what she wants.

Bootsie Barker only wants to play games in which she bites, until one day her friend comes up with a better game.

Clifford offers some advice on basic good manners.

Ollie Octopus, Bucky Beaver, Howie Hogg, and other animal characters encounter moral dilemmas involving such virtues as honesty, thoughtfulness, and trustworthiness. The reader is invited to select the appropriate behavior from a series of choices.

Elvis, a proud rooster, learns a lesson in manners after a handsome peacock visits his farm.

When Mary Louise starts saying things like "fleas" and "spank you" instead of "please" and "thank you," she realizes that she has lost her manners and goes in search of them.

Penguin teaches his animal friends how to behave when they are invited for dinner.

Bunnies, who slurp their juice, forget to say "please," and bite their friends, learn about good manners.

A rude mule learns that he has more fun when he uses good manners.

A collection of humorous poems about the proper way to eat soup, visit a museum, and shake hands with the principal.

When a mother instructs her children to behave according to Emily Post's rules of etiquette, they respond by insisting that Mother follow the rules, as well. Includes information about Post and selected items from her 1922 book.

Harriet gives examples of polite words and expressions to use in various social situations to make them more pleasant.

Michael's rhyming description of his day at school has his mother repeatedly interrupting to prevent him from saying impolite words. Michael can't wait to tell his mom all about his day at school. But how can he, when she keeps stopping him before he gets to the best part?

A rhyming survey of the many things that adults tell children to do and not to do.

Mr. Rabbit wonders if he will be able to get along with his new neighbors, who are otters, until he is reminded of the golden rule.

This is the story of Suzy Sue and the fateful day when she went Achoo! The truth is she sneezes but doesn't cover her mouth, which sends her animal friends into a frenzy. It's time to teach Suzy Sue some manners. Have they thought of everything?

A frog who loves to burp learns the value of good manners.

At school, dance rehearsal, and home Frog and his friends sniff when their noses run, until Frog's parents show him how much better it is to use a tissue.

Pinkerton the pig always manages to be first until he rushes for a sandwich and it turns out to be not the edible kind.

An arrogant and greedy princess's chances with a handsome prince are ruined when her parrot repeats to him all the rude comments the princess has made.

Explains all the things that Elephant should know about how to behave when attending a birthday or other kind of party.

Tired of being told to be polite and to not misbehave, a child considers trading places with various animals and a monster.

Ant is honored to receive an invitation to lion's annual dinner party, but is shocked when the other guests behave rudely and then accuse her of thinking only of herself.

Winnie-the-Pooh is so excited to attend Christopher Robin's picnic that he forgets his manners. Includes examples of polite alternatives to Pooh's mistakes.

In the sometimes hectic days before Christmas, Emily's family appreciates her gifts of caring, sharing, helping, smiling, and loving. Includes a note for parents on how to encourage good manners during the holiday season.

Emily explains how just a few little words-- please, thank you, hello, good-bye, and excuse me-- can work magic!

Chester teaches his good friend Dudunya about napkins, "full-mouthed speaking accidents," and other important aspects of proper mealtime behavior.

Nana helps teach her toddler granddaughter to share.

On a trip around town with her mother, Emily demonstrates the importance of having good manners.

When B.B. Wolf, who now lives in the Villain Villa Retirement Residence, is invited to the library for a storybook tea, he is careful to follow the advice of his crocodile friend and impresses everyone with how polite he can be.

For "Peace Week," the animals in Miss Fox's class find ways to be peaceful instead of squabbling with each other.

Monkeys, mice, snakes, cats, and many other animals demonstrate how to act towards others.

Patsy Pig is determined to teach Ms. Klingensmith's first grade class some manners before their parents come to the Open House.

Simple text and illustrations explain how to behave during mealtime.

Encourages toddlers and preschoolers to express themselves using helpful, not hurtful, words. Includes a note for parents and caregivers on language development.

A black bear with no manners comes to visit a little girl at home and makes a terrible mess, but another visitor helps him see the error of his ways.

Just like kids, dinosaurs have a difficult time learning to behave at the table. However, with a little help from Mom and Dad, these young dinosaurs eat all before them with smiles and goodwill.

Explains how young dinosaurs should behave during a typical school day.

Rhyming text and illustrations present some of the ways dinosaurs can play with their friends, from hogging the swings to sharing toys.

Parent and child ponder the different ways a dinosaur can say goodnight, from slamming his tail and pouting to giving a big hug and kiss.

Illustrations and rhyming text present some of the different ways dinosaurs can express their love, from cleaning up after making a mess to smiling sweetly instead of roaring.

As Ruby tells everyone about her invitation to tea with the Queen, family and friends remind her about how she should conduct herself.

Familiar characters from Mother Goose rhymes present lessons in good manners, such as Little Jack Horner remembering that he should have used a fork to eat his Christmas pie.

Characters discuss what they know about good manners and how they will have them someday, but for now they are "just kids."

Stick figure drawings and a brief text tell why good manners are important and how to have good manners at home, at play, and on visits.

Boys and girls learn that good manners are a simple way of showing kindness and respect to people they know₇and to people they don't know. They are shown that being polite makes working and playing together more enjoyable for everyone.

Encourages toddlers and preschoolers to express themselves using helpful, not hurtful, words. Includes a note for parents and caregivers.

Discusses manners and gives examples of good manners and bad manners.

A simple introduction to good manners to use with family, friends, at school, during meals, with pets, on the phone, during games, at parties, and in public places.

Explores the benefits of good manners in everyday situations, providing specific examples of what the rules are and why it is important to think of how one's actions affect other people.

Presents proper and improper acts of etiquette for young readers in a humorous setting.

Colorful illustrations enhance this simple discussion of how children should behave at school.

Simple text enhanced by colorful illustrations discusses appropriate behavior in public.

Rules for proper behavior on the playground are discussed.

Good manners do matter, from the playground to the restaurant to every day at school. Takes the reader through scenarios of behaviors to both use and avoid.

Explains the proper behavior to use on the playground and then demonstrates the lessons with simple stories.