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Peggy Post, who writes a regular manners column for Parents magazine, and HIT Entertainment, producer of "Barney & amp; Friends," have developed a public information campaign on teaching children good manners. Some of the tips include:
Be a good role model. Be polite, use good table manners, and write thank-you notes in front of your children.
Make thank-you notes together. Fold paper to make a card, and have your child decorate the front.
Read a book. As you read to your child, point out examples of good manners or sharing in the book.
Use puppet "friends." Use puppets made from socks or paper sacks to help your child practice good manners.
Welcome a new friend. When a new family moves into your neighborhood, your child can help make and deliver cookies to them.