Description
Modern Etiquette for Youth
For 30 years, Final Touch has successfully equipped children with the social skills needed to thrive. Today’s youth face new challenges from ever-changing technology, increasingly busy schedules, and constantly shifting social norms. Modern Etiquette for Youth goes beyond how to “put on your best manners,” and instead focuses on instilling the values of kindness and respect in everything we do.
This full color workbook features original artwork designed to engage today’s youth through visual examples that resonate. Practical lessons are followed by interactive games, quizzes, and activities
to reinforce critical modern social skills, including:
- Who Cares About Etiquette & Civility?
- How to be Civil
- Meetings & Greetings
- Conversation Made Easy
- First Impressions
- Posture Pointers
- Technology Tips
- Dining Skills
- Setting the Table
- How to Use Your Knife & Fork
- Party Manners
- Thank You Notes
Modern Etiquette for Youth will help equip your child with the confidence, self-esteem, resilience, strong character, and rewarding friendships that everyone needs to possess.
Carrie Abbott, President of The Legacy Institute and Host of Relationships Insight Radio –
“Modern Etiquette for Youth is a must have for all parents and adults who care about civility. Deborah and Melissa hit the mark again with their gracious, positive and powerful approach like everything else Final Touch does! Every child wants this insight and needs it to succeed. Excellent and so well done!”
Horacio Sanchez, CEO, Resiliency Inc. –
“In a world where empathy is constantly declining due to increased dependency on technology while narcissism is on the rise, the skill of civility is much needed. Yes, civility is a skill that can be learned, cultivated and internalized. The consistent utilization of civility practices alters the human brain for the better, promoting calm, self-esteem, and contentment. The practices of civility can be learned within a brief time but the benefits will last a lifetime. I can not recommend two better experts on improving etiquette and civility that Devorah King and Melissa Case-Merritt.”
Sara McPeek –
“As a grandmother of teens and preteens, it has become increasingly apparent to me that kids today are sorely lacking basic social skills. Modern Etiquette for Youth does an excellent job of introducing these skills in a fun and interactive way – from learning how to introduce oneself to how to navigate the technology heavy society we live in. I highly recommend this book as a stepping stone to teaching today’s youth the importance of basic social skills.”
Katie Halverson, 8th Grade Teacher, Holy Trinity Catholic School –
“This workbook contains valuable information for children and adults alike in an easy to follow layout. The interactive format ensures individuals understand the concepts presented and reinforces the lessons.”
Nicole Chisum –
“Youth and adults alike will benefit from spending time learning basic life skills taught in Modern Etiquette for Youth. This workbook covers topics from basic conversation skills to knowing when to put your phone down and gaining knowledge about civility towards others. I can say with great enthusiasm that our world is in desperate need of a good refresher course on these topics. As a homeschool mother of 3, registered nurse, and college teacher I have witnessed the impact of etiquette skills. Those with these skills tend to be more confident and professional overall. This workbook is foundational, and it should be utilized from grade school all the way through adulthood. I encourage you to take a look for yourself. This workbook may be the change you have been needing.”
DeDe Diaczenko, Middle School Teacher, Decatur ISD –
“As a middle school teacher of 13 years, I find that students increasingly come into the classroom lacking confidence and self-esteem. Sometimes it is an age factor, but sometimes it is a matter of basic knowledge. The ability to trust yourself in doing the right thing at the right time is something all middle school aged students struggle with. The lessons in this brief study allow students to begin to build that confidence factor by teaching them the basics of social interchange. Students who are comfortable with themselves tend to be more compassionate and gracious with their peers and take on leadership roles within their school community. These lessons are easy to follow and practice. Students can become more aware of the world around them and how they can impact their social circles in a positive way.”
Scott Stanford, Principal of Victory Christian Academy –
“Modern Etiquette for Youth is a powerful and essential tool that I believe every young person can benefit from and every parent should acquire. The material is well written, organized, and easily implemented in your child’s daily life. The students at Victory Christian Academy had the unique opportunity to learn and apply this program. As a result, I frequently receive compliments on our students’ behavior, specifically how respectful and mannerly they are in public. I highly recommend Modern Etiquette for Youth and truly believe it will serve your child well.”