What a great post. It's definitely something that I endeavour to build in my children. I am also a teacher and find that some kids are very shy and often need their parents there to speak for them. Manners, although thought of as something from an older generation, is a sign of respect. There are many children that sometimes have an air of entitlement and rarely use their manners.
I teach kids to smile and say a simple hello to people as they pass. It builds confidence and always brings a smile to the other person.
I like what you write and am looking forward to reading more. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! I love hearing your perspective as a parent and as a teacher. I agree, the simple art of polite interactions seem to have been a bit lost on a lot of the kids these days. I read an article the other day discussing how employers are actually having a difficult time hiring younger people, not because they can't perform the tasks, but because they do not possess simple, polite people skills. I hope to instill those skills in my kids so they will be able thrive in whatever environment they choose to pursue as they grow up