Ellie is a little chick who wants to do many things at once.
She often struggles with expressing her many wants politely. Can you lend a hand with her manners?
In this edition of Ellie the Little Chick series, the story walks us into essential moral lesson for young children who may struggle with courtesy. The emphasis is clear: always remember to say “please” before asking for something.
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How could anyone resist reading Say Please, Ellie after viewing the cover!? Ellie is super cute with her little round body, big, bright blue eyes, and beak that appears to be smiling. The artist did a phenomenal job illustrating the chick in different situations and poses. I loved them all, but as a mother with a child who loves playing dress-up, my favorite was the chick dressed as a mini version of her mommy. What a fashionista!
Cute illustrations aside, this book is on an important mission: to teach or remind children to say “please.” When a child speaks a few words, it’s important to introduce basic politeness terms into their vocabulary: please and thank you. As children grow, they should understand to add kind words to sentences. If we instill kindness and politeness at a young age, kids will grow up as kinder adults and then pass on the values/manners learned to their own children. Plus, asking instead of demanding makes a person sound nice, not rude.
Join Ellie as she scratches items off her to-do list:
- Build a blanket fort
- Make paper airplanes
- Have a tea party
- Go on a bug hunt.
- Play dress-up.
Be sure to make your fun list, and don’t forget to say “please” and “thank you” as you carry out each activity!
I recommend sharing Say Please, Ellie with children six years and under.
Words to ponder…
“Politeness and consideration for others is like investing pennies and getting dollars back.” —Thomas Sowell.
“Good manners are just a way of showing other people that we have respect for them.” —Bill Kelly.
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Meet the Author
Avery Smart, a vibrant author who resides in the heart of the lively family chaos with her three energetic kids. Nestled in the midst of parenting, she channels her passion for nurturing well-mannered children into delightful tales.
It is within this dynamic environment that she draws inspiration, transforming her deep-seated passion for fostering well-mannered children into captivating tales.
Avery’s writing becomes a heartfelt expression of her commitment to instilling values in the younger generation. Her three lively kids not only serve as a source of inspiration but also as eager test subjects for the lessons embedded in her stories.
