Your Charming Child provides etiquette education to children ages 4 through 7 and ages 8 through 12. Studies have shown that children are more open to etiquette instruction when taught by someone other than a parent. Also, at a younger age, they are more receptive to learning and retaining what they have learned.
Your Charming Child is holding three summer courses:
Social Etiquette - Monday, August 5, 2013, - 9:00 am-11:00 am
Being comfortable in a social situation can ease the fear or awkwardness a child may feel. In this session, role-playing and props will be used and the topics covered will include welcoming behaviors, eye contact, shaking hands, introducing yourself, responding when being introduced, image and clothing, avoiding rude behaviors, introducing others, showing proper respect, common courtesies, helping behaviors, behavior in public places, using escalators, elevators and doors and being a good host and guest.
Communication Skills - Tuesday, August 6, 2013 - 9:00 am-11:00 am
Knowing how to communicate builds self-esteem and leadership ability. Children will enjoy crafts, songs and games while learning proper greetings and introductions, conversation and ice breakers, listening and not interrupting, nonverbal communication, anti-bullying strategies including reacting to a bully and helping others who are being bullied, public speaking and using visual aids, compliments including giving and receiving, respect for self and others, the use of please, thank you, you’re welcome, excuse me, I’m sorry, meeting people with disabilities and differences, thank you notes, telephone etiquette and electronic etiquette: texting, internet and cell.
Table Manners - Wednesday, August 7, 2013 - 9:00 am-11:00 am
Good dining skills help to ease awkwardness whether at home, a friend’s house or even the White House. This session will include a three-course meal and will cover the topics of place settings, identifying utensils and glassware, proper use of napkins, selecting the correct utensils, difficult to eat foods, eating various foods including bread, soup and dessert, behavior at the table, styles of dining: American, continental and buffet, entering and exiting, posture and conversation, leaving the table and proper seating.
The classes are open to boys and girls ages 4 through 12. Class size limited to six students to ensure personalized attention. Classes will be held at The Hoboken Man, 1150 Maxwell Lane in Hoboken, New Jersey. Special investment: $285 for all three programs (reg. $360) or $99 per class (reg. $120).
For more information or to register, call Donna at 201-601-0305 or Lisa at 215-453-1432, or visit www.YourCharmingChild.com