Whoopi's Big Book of Manners
What’s inside...
Whoopi's Big Book of Manners is a fun and entertaining guide for children on good manners. It covers everything from table manners to how to behave in school. The book uses humor and engaging illustrations to get the message across, making it a hit with both children and adults. Through Whoopi's hilarious words and Olo's untrammeled pictures, young readers will learn just how to behave in company and have a blast along the way.
Age
4-10
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think it's important to say 'please' and 'thank you'?
How do you feel when someone is polite to you?
Can you think of a time when someone used good manners and it made the day better?
What are some ways you can show good manners at school or at home?
How do you think our family can help each other remember to use good manners?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express how they feel when someone treats them with kindness and respect.
Discuss personal experiences where good manners made a difference in your interactions.
Role-play different scenarios with your child where they can practice using good manners.
Read the book together and pause at key moments to discuss the characters’ actions and the outcomes.
Praise your child when they demonstrate good manners, reinforcing the positive behavior.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Saying 'please' and 'thank you'
Explanation: Whoopi's book emphasizes the importance of using polite words like 'please' and 'thank you'. These expressions are illustrated as magical words that make interactions smoother and more respectful.
Real-World Application: Children can use these words at home, school, or when interacting with others, reinforcing respectful communication.
Example Lesson: Apologizing when wrong
Explanation: The book teaches the value of admitting mistakes and saying 'sorry'. Whoopi illustrates scenarios where kids make mistakes and shows how apologizing can mend situations.
Real-World Application: Children learn to take responsibility for their actions and develop empathy, applying this lesson when they accidentally hurt or offend their peers.
Example Lesson: Waiting your turn
Explanation: Through various storylines, the book highlights the importance of patience and waiting one's turn, especially in conversations.
Real-World Application: This lesson can be applied in school or play settings, helping children navigate social interactions more harmoniously.
Example Lesson: Respecting others’ space
Explanation: Whoopi addresses the concept of personal space and respecting boundaries, teaching children that everyone has a right to their own space.
Real-World Application: Children can practice this by maintaining appropriate distances and seeking consent before entering someone’s personal space.