We teachers have the good fortune of learning and playing with a wide range of children in class and are often asked, “What manners should my child have at [insert an age]”? Much like teaching social skills, some children inherently understand how to engage, others need some support. It’s completely normal! A guide for some core manners can be a helpful starting point.
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Just Remember
- Children range in their ability to socially interact with other children and with grown-ups. It’s completely normal.
- A child’s developmental stage will dictate the specific skills that they’re expected to know.
- Your job – model, model, model!
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Common Manners by Age
| Age | Some Common Manners |
| Ages 2 – 3 |
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| Ages 3 – 4 | All of the above, plus:
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| Ages 4 – 5 | All of the above, plus:
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| Ages 5 – 6 | All of the above, plus:
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| Ages 6+ | All of the above, plus:
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