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Being Polite

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Learning Objectives

  • 1Tell the difference between polite and not polite behavior
  • 2Sort examples into the correct group
  • 3Use respectful words and actions in everyday situations
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Mini Lesson

Being polite means using respectful words and actions to show that other people matter. Polite behavior helps home, outings, and friendships feel calmer and kinder.

What does polite mean?

  • Polite means using kind manners like please, thank you, excuse me, and a calm voice.
  • Polite actions include waiting your turn, greeting people, and asking before you take or use something.
  • Being polite is not fancy. It is a simple way to show respect.

What is not polite?

  • Not polite behavior sounds rude, pushy, or disrespectful.
  • Demanding, grabbing, interrupting, or walking away without a thank you are not polite choices.
  • You can still be polite even when you feel excited, tired, or upset.

Easy manners to practice

  • Say please when you ask.
  • Say thank you when someone helps you.
  • Say excuse me when you need to pass or interrupt politely.
  • Use a calm voice and wait your turn.
A child using polite words to ask for a crayonTwo children sit at a table. One child asks politely for a crayon, and a speech bubble shows the word please.Please?

Diagram: Polite words help an everyday request sound respectful.

Polite words help an everyday request sound respectful.
A child saying thank you after getting helpA child hands a book to another child, and a speech bubble shows the words thank you.Manners show respect.Thank you!

Diagram: Saying thank you is one simple way to be polite after someone helps you.

Saying thank you is one simple way to be polite after someone helps you.
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Ask yourself: "Do my words and actions show respect?

Vocabulary
Polite
Using kind and respectful words and actionse.g. It is polite to say thank you.
Manners
The kind ways we treat peoplee.g. Good manners include waiting your turn.
Please
A polite word we use when we ask for somethinge.g. May I please have a turn?
Thank you
A polite phrase that says we appreciate helpe.g. Thank you for the snack.
Excuse me
A polite phrase to say when you need to pass or interrupte.g. Excuse me, could you move over?
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