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Lessons on Manners for School and Home Use

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A series of brief, conversational lessons aimed at teaching children practical etiquette for school, home, public places, and social occasions. It emphasizes example over lecture and encourages classroom discussion while offering concrete rules—how to behave at the table, in church, on the street, when visiting, borrowing, traveling, shopping, or interacting with the aged. Guidance covers timing and courtesy at meals, polite requests, attentive behavior toward others, avoiding unpleasant topics, and unobtrusive handling of accidents. The lessons are arranged by setting to provide teachers and parents adaptable outlines for forming consistent habits of considerate conduct.

About the Author

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Edith E. Wiggin

Edith E. Wiggin was an American author known for her contributions to educational literature in the late 19th century. Her notable work, "Lessons on Manners for School and Home Use," reflects her focus on instilling proper etiquette and social behavior in children. Wiggin's writing aimed to provide practical guidance for both educators and parents, emphasizing the importance of manners in everyday life. Through her work, she contributed to the discourse on childhood education and social development during a time when such topics were gaining prominence.

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