The Best Picture Books about Manners
a book list by Karen Kennedy, mother of two
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Children's Books
These books take a variety of approaches to this important subject, from chatty to sincere to silly, but none of them are preachy or excessive.
How to Behave and Why
by Munro Leaf
This classic by Munro Leaf (author of The Story of Ferdinand) takes on not only the "what to do" of manners, but also the bigger "why." Yet it's never heavy-handed, due to Leaf's light tone and cheerful stick figures. This one should not be missed.
What Do You Say, Dear?
by Sesyle Joslin, illustrated by Maurice Sendak
This book gives funny examples of the right and wrong thing to say in all kinds of improbable situations. And, it has the added bonus of illustrations by Maurice Sendak.
What Do You Do, Dear?
by Sesyle Joslin, illustrated by Maurice Sendak
Like its companion volume, "What Do You Say, Dear?", this book presents a right and a wrong thing to do in all kinds of sticky (and unlikely!) situations.
Manners
illustrated by Aliki
This thoughtful and engaging book by Aliki presents, in cartoon form, lots of information about manners — what they're all about and why they're important.
It's a Spoon, Not a Shovel
by Caralyn Buehner, illustrated by Mark Buehner
Laura says:
This book is still one of my favorites. The art is wonderful and expressive, the scenarios are clever and funny, and hunting for the answer in each picture is really fun. This book is the only enjoyable way to learn one's manners that I've ever encountered.
The Bad Good Manners Book
by Babette Cole
No longer in print, this classic is worth picking up used or taking a trip to your local library.
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About Karen Kennedy
Karen lives on Manhattan's Upper West Side with her husband and two sons. She's a lawyer by vocation, a reader by avocation and she's spent years finding the best children's books on various topics with the help of her sons and the New York Public Library.
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The Best Picture Books about Manners
a book list by Karen Kennedy, mother of two
shelved under
Children's Books
These books take a variety of approaches to this important subject, from chatty to sincere to silly, but none of them are preachy or excessive.
How to Behave and Why
by Munro Leaf
This classic by Munro Leaf (author of The Story of Ferdinand) takes on not only the "what to do" of manners, but also the bigger "why." Yet it's never heavy-handed, due to Leaf's light tone and cheerful stick figures. This one should not be missed.
What Do You Say, Dear?
by Sesyle Joslin, illustrated by Maurice Sendak
This book gives funny examples of the right and wrong thing to say in all kinds of improbable situations. And, it has the added bonus of illustrations by Maurice Sendak.
What Do You Do, Dear?
by Sesyle Joslin, illustrated by Maurice Sendak
Like its companion volume, "What Do You Say, Dear?", this book presents a right and a wrong thing to do in all kinds of sticky (and unlikely!) situations.
Manners
illustrated by Aliki
This thoughtful and engaging book by Aliki presents, in cartoon form, lots of information about manners — what they're all about and why they're important.
It's a Spoon, Not a Shovel
by Caralyn Buehner, illustrated by Mark Buehner
Laura says:
This book is still one of my favorites. The art is wonderful and expressive, the scenarios are clever and funny, and hunting for the answer in each picture is really fun. This book is the only enjoyable way to learn one's manners that I've ever encountered.
The Bad Good Manners Book
by Babette Cole
No longer in print, this classic is worth picking up used or taking a trip to your local library.
Flashlight Worthy
Recommending books so good, they'll keep you up past your bedtime.
more...
About Karen Kennedy
Karen lives on Manhattan's Upper West Side with her husband and two sons. She's a lawyer by vocation, a reader by avocation and she's spent years finding the best children's books on various topics with the help of her sons and the New York Public Library.
Stay in Touch
Newest book lists
President Obama's Favorite Books of 2017
Books for an Adventurous Childhood
Visiting Venice Through (Mostly) Fiction
Childhood Remembered: Books Of Indelible Childhood Memories
Novels on Art, Artists and Art World Shenanigans
Picture Books with Fun (and Sometimes Friendly) Monsters
Robert Rodi’s Favorite Books About Italy
Fractured Novels that Mirror the Uncertainty of Everyday Life
The Best Picture Books about Manners
a book list by Karen Kennedy, mother of two
These books take a variety of approaches to this important subject, from chatty to sincere to silly, but none of them are preachy or excessive.
How to Behave and Why
by Munro Leaf
This classic by Munro Leaf (author of The Story of Ferdinand) takes on not only the "what to do" of manners, but also the bigger "why." Yet it's never heavy-handed, due to Leaf's light tone and cheerful stick figures. This one should not be missed.
What Do You Say, Dear?
by Sesyle Joslin, illustrated by Maurice Sendak
This book gives funny examples of the right and wrong thing to say in all kinds of improbable situations. And, it has the added bonus of illustrations by Maurice Sendak.
What Do You Do, Dear?
by Sesyle Joslin, illustrated by Maurice Sendak
Like its companion volume, "What Do You Say, Dear?", this book presents a right and a wrong thing to do in all kinds of sticky (and unlikely!) situations.
Manners
illustrated by Aliki
This thoughtful and engaging book by Aliki presents, in cartoon form, lots of information about manners — what they're all about and why they're important.
It's a Spoon, Not a Shovel
by Caralyn Buehner, illustrated by Mark Buehner
Laura says:
This book is still one of my favorites. The art is wonderful and expressive, the scenarios are clever and funny, and hunting for the answer in each picture is really fun. This book is the only enjoyable way to learn one's manners that I've ever encountered.
The Bad Good Manners Book
by Babette Cole
No longer in print, this classic is worth picking up used or taking a trip to your local library.
Flashlight Worthy
Recommending books so good, they'll keep you up past your bedtime. more...
About Karen Kennedy
Karen lives on Manhattan's Upper West Side with her husband and two sons. She's a lawyer by vocation, a reader by avocation and she's spent years finding the best children's books on various topics with the help of her sons and the New York Public Library.
Stay in Touch
Newest book lists
President Obama's Favorite Books of 2017
Books for an Adventurous Childhood
Visiting Venice Through (Mostly) Fiction
Childhood Remembered: Books Of Indelible Childhood Memories
Novels on Art, Artists and Art World Shenanigans
Picture Books with Fun (and Sometimes Friendly) Monsters
Robert Rodi’s Favorite Books About Italy
Fractured Novels that Mirror the Uncertainty of Everyday Life