Manners+Songs


 * Manners Songs and Poems **

=**Table Manners (Sung to: Frere Jacques)**= Chewing quietly, chewing quietly Do not slurp, do not slurp, We must say excuse me, We must say excuse me When we burp, When we burp.

=**Never, Never Pick Your Nose By G. B. Lipson**= Pick a flower Pick a rose Pick a treat Or pick your toes (just kidding)

Pick some buttons Pick some bows Pick some jeans Or fancy clothes

Pick some friends Or pick some foes But never, ever PICK YOUR NOSE!! YECH!

=**Pass the Peas Please by Dina Anastasio**= If you run over a sand castle Created by your brother Kneel down and say, "I'm sorry." Then just help him build another

When you see someone who's different, Don't laugh. It isn't fair. He might think you are different, But he doesn't point and start

If you're angry at a friend, Don't punch or kick or shout. Go for a walk and count to ten, Then try to talk it out.

No one likes to lose a game, But if you must, you must. So if you lose, shake hands and say, "We'll play again, I trust."

It's hard to keep a secret, But secret telling's wrong. Remember, friends who blab too much Aren't friends for very long.

If your father's talking on the phone When he should be playing ball, Don't kick or sulk or whine, "Let's GO!" That will not work at all.

Don't interrupt your uncle When he's talking 'bout his car. Even though it's boring - Well, you know how uncles are!

When you're eating mashed potatoes, And there's something you must say, Please wait until you've swallowed. The thought won't go away!

If your brother has a cupcake That's he's saving for tomorrow, Don't take a bite, not even one, Or he'll be filled with sorrow.

If your neighbor won't stop talking, And you feel a yawn come on, Put your mouth behind your fingers, Until your yawn is gone.

Don't eat spaghetti with your knife, Your fingers or a spoon. Use your fork, although it's hard. You'll catch on pretty soon.

When you're outside playing soccer, And kick someone in the knee, Don't tell him that he's in your way. Say, "Sorry. Pardon me."

Don't play with Grandma's dishes If you father has forbid it. but if you do, and if they break, Don't say your sister did it!

We all leave toys and clothes around. It's O.K. just once or twice. But if a king and queen should come to call, They might not think it's nice.

When someone's in the bathroom, And won't get out, don't worry. Just knock and say, "I'm waiting. I must come in. Please hurry."

Don't play the drums or sing a song When somebody is sick. Just tiptoe by and give a wave, And say, "Please get well quick."

When your sister's busy practicing, And you really want to hide, Don't cover your ears or make a face. Just smile and go outside.

Towels that are soggy Will not dry someone's back So toss them in the laundry, Or hand them on the rack.

When your sister gets a bicycle And you just get a kite, Don't say, "You like her better!" Say, "Thank you. It's just right."

If a friend is having trouble, And he falls and gives a yelp, Don't laugh or point or call him names. Say, "Are you hurt?" and "May I help?"

If there's something very special That you'd really like to borrow, Ask before you take it, And bring it back tomorrow.

If your great-aunt gives you candy, And your friends would like a lot, It's nice to share a little, Even though you'd rather not.

When you're going to a movie, And the line is two blocks long, don't butt in front. Go to the end. Then calmly hum a song.

When you're sitting at the table, And want some extra peas, Don't shout out, "Gimme more of those." Say, "Pass the peas, please."