Book

Bridges, John, 1950-

50 things every young gentleman should know : what to do, when to do it, and why / John Bridges and Bryan Curtis.

Nashville, Tenn. : Rutledge Hill Press, 2006.

xii, 212 pages ; 22 cm.

This book in the series was written especially for boys ages 8-14, to teach them the basic skills every young man should have and every caregiver want him to have. Among the topics covered in this book are how to shake hands, how to make an introduction, what to do when you sneeze or cough, and how to use a napkin. It is written in a style that will appeal to young men of that age.

Gentlemanners book

Gentlemanners book.

Boys -- Conduct of life.

Curtis, Bryan, 1960-

Fifty things every young gentleman should know

Introduction -- Saying please -- Saying thank you -- Saying excuse me -- Making an apology -- Accepting an apology -- Introducing your friends to your parents -- Saying madam and sir -- Asking permission -- Paying a compliment -- Accepting a compliment -- Knowing when to keep your mouth shut -- Listening to and talking to adults -- Shaking hands -- Meeting people with physical challenges -- Accepting a gift you dont like -- Accepting a gift you like -- Writing a thank-you note -- Selecting a gift -- Using the telephone -- Taking phone messages -- Using a cell phone -- Winning well -- Losing well -- How to act in places where you are bored -- How to behave in a movie theatre -- Traveling on an airplane -- Walking in front of other people -- Responding to invitations -- Using a napkin -- Using the correct fork -- Using a knife and fork -- Refusing foods you cant eat -- Dealing with foods you dont like -- Ordering from a menu -- How to use chopsticks -- Putting down the toilet seat -- Opening the door for other people -- Picking up after your pet -- A gentleman and his computer -- Borrowing and sharing -- The unzipped zipper and other embarrassing situations -- Boundaries : yours and theirs -- Taking pride in your appearance -- Tying your own tie -- Shining your shoes -- When to take off your cap -- Taking care of your fingernails -- Handkerchiefs and tissues -- Picking up after yourself -- Personal hygiene.

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