Max’s Manual for Good Manners

Max’s Manual for Good Manners by J. Brittany DeVarso, published by Austin Macauley Publishers LLC in March 2024, is a 28-page children’s book that addresses the importance of etiquette in today’s society. This edition presents a narrative that encourages children to learn basic manners beyond simple phrases like “please” and “thank you.” It highlights the growing prevalence of rude behavior and bullying, contrasting it with the values of courtesy and emotional reasoning that distinguish humans from animals.
In this engaging story, children will follow Max, a dog who faces similar emotional challenges as they do, as he navigates the complexities of good manners. The book aims to provide a relatable context for young readers, using Max’s experiences to teach essential social skills. Through this unique perspective, the narrative explores themes related to animals, social topics, and values, making it a valuable resource for parents and educators looking to instill good manners in children.
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Children need to learn basic etiquette beyond saying, ‘please’ and ‘thank you.’
In recent years, rude behavior and bullying have become the ‘new norm’ while common courtesy seems to be a thing of the past.
What separates humans from animals is our ability to reason and manage our emotions.
Yet, what if children could learn manners from a story about a dog who struggles with the same emotional challenges as they do?
Training children and dogs is not an easy task.
This book aims to teach children manners through the eyes of a dog named ‘Max, ‘ who is modeled after my own dog, ‘Mad Max.’
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