Mind Your Manners

"This vastly entertaining book doesn't reason with or cajole kids to have better manners. It unabashedly points out bad behavior-'Just stop right there!' is the opening salvo-and illustrates its consequences. ... The lushly painted backdrop of the jungle, with cartoon-like animals showcased, makes this a delightful, rather than a dutiful, read." -- Booklist
"Rhyming text leads readers through spreads depicting all sorts of creatures living in a not-sopeaceable kingdom until they adopt polite behaviors that make for greater conviviality. ... Ensuing spreads encourage polite words such as "please," "thank you," "excuse me," and "sorry," as well as considerate behaviors that include respecting others' personal space, avoiding crude language, never littering, and using good table manners. Throughout, there's mild humor in depictions of misdeeds and comfort in resolutions showing the animals all interacting nicely with each other. A playful guide to etiquette." -- Kirkus Reviews
"Edwards' rhyming text will help implement good manners being taught by parents and teachers. Thomas' lively illustrations bring the text alive. This collaboration between the author and illustrator will help parents and teachers to introduce social skills to primary students." -- The Pirate Tree