Table Manners Social Story

Table Manners Social Story is an informative 6-page resource that uses a reassuring tone to teach children proper etiquette during mealtimes. The story follows a character named Joey as he learns how to practice good manners like using utensils properly, chewing with his mouth closed, and wiping his face. This social narrative can help children understand appropriate table behavior through real-life scenarios. Educators can implement this resource in various ways - reading aloud to the whole class, in small groups, as a take-home assignment, etc. With repetitive exposure, the story aims to reinforce positive habits for learners who need extra guidance with social cues. The content is designed to be kid-friendly using simple language and relatable situations. Teachers can print or laminate the pages to enable repeated use. The story concludes by summarizing the main points and encouraging children to implement what they learned.