CONTENTS

Introduction

1. Saying “Please”

2. Saying “Thank You”

3. Saying “Excuse Me”

4. Being Introduced

5. Making Introductions

6. Paying a Compliment

7. Accepting a Compliment

8. Making an Apology

9. Accepting an Apology

10. Asking Permission

11. Asking for a Favor

12. Borrowing Clothes

13. Talking and Listening to Adults

14. Being a Dinner Guest

15. The Napkin

16. The Place Setting

17. Food Allergies and Dislikes

18. Dining in a Restaurant

19. Public Staircases and Hallways

20. Choosing and Giving a Gift

21. Accepting a Gift

22. Writing a Thank-You Note

23. Expressing Sympathy

24. Telephones and Messages

25. Cell Phones: Talking and Texting

26. The Computer

27. Using Social Networks

28. Taking Photographs

29. Gossiping and Keeping Secrets

30. The Slumber Party

31. Losing Graciously

32. In an Audience

33. Attending a Religious Service

34. Traveling on a Plane

35. Dressing Appropriately

36. Cosmetics

37. Fragrance

38. Personal Grooming

39. Managing a Personal Emergency

40. Sitting

41. Walking

42. Entering and Exiting a Car

43. Help with Your Coat and Other Small Courtesies

44. Responding to Invitations

45. Would You Like to Dance?

46. The Dating Game

47. Being a Considerate Houseguest

48. Being a Good Hostess

49. Boundaries

50. Helping Others

About the Authors

Index