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GOOD MANNERS LAST A LIFETIME
When good manners become part of the daily routine of children, they grow up being gracious, considerate to others, and most important they never feel the embarrassment that many adults experience when encountered in social functions or in front of a formal table setting.
In our TABLE ETIQUETTE classes your child will learn the norms that dictate how to properly behave during a formal, semi-formal or informal meal.
TABLE MINI- MANNERS For children ages 3 to 5 accompanied by an adult
This class is designed for children 3 to 5 years old accompanied by an adult. The children learn about the most basic table manners:
- The basic place setting - Using the fork and knife to eat. - How to hold a cup to drink - Using the magic words at the table. - The importance of eating healthy foods.
They learn through music, dancing and role playing. At the end of the session a book about table manners is read and discussed. This class is part 2 of the Mini-Manners program which is composed of Mini- Manners for Me and Table Mini-Manners. Each classes has a separate cost.
The length of this IN-HOME class is 2 hour. A certificate of completion is awarded to the children at the end of the class.
MY FIRST TABLE MANNERS For children ages 6 to 8
This class is designed for children 6 to 8 years old. In this class the children learn about:
- Basic do's and don'ts at mealtimes, - Posture at the table - How to use of the napkin - How to properly hold a spoon - The correct way to hold and use the fork - The proper way to hold and use the knife. - How to set a basic place setting
They also learn about the importance of eating healthy food. Proper table behavior is taught as the children pretend to be executives, lawyers, doctors, etc that are preparing for a very important lunch.
Role playing is part of this class. Parents will provide a snack for their children.
The length of this IN-HOME class is 2 hour. The children receive a certificate at the completion of the course.
BASIC TABLE ETIQUETTE FOR CHILDREN ages 9 to 12
This class is designed for children 9 to 12 years old. The children learn: - Etiquette history - How to properly enter, sit and exit table - The correct use of the napkin - The correct placement of plates, silverware and cups - The "silent code" service - Appropriated ways to handle the silverware - The "do’s" and "don’ts" at mealtimes.
This IN-HOME class consists of 2 hours. The class involves hands on practice and role playing, so student’ participation is expected. The session require a snack for practice. The class can be held at a local restaurant if desired. Upon completion, a certificate will be issued.
If you wish to host a class in your house, form a group of 10 or more and we will gladly come to you. You will get the same quality of private instruction but at a very affordable cost for everybody. Please feel free to contact us by phone at (516) 593-3817 or by e-mail at alwaysgracious@optonline.net
