Table manners and use of eating utensils

Age
3-6

Preparation
This is a group presentation.

Presentation
Discuss about what is good table manners.


 * 1) Wait to be served. Place their hands on their lap while they are waiting.
 * 2) When served, say 'Thank you'.
 * 3) Do not talk with their mouth full.
 * 4) When they want more, say 'Some more please' then 'Thank you'.
 * 5) Do not play with the eating utensils.
 * 6) Discuss about what eating utensils are for.
 * 7) Explain to them what are place mats for and how to clean them.

Purpose
Direct aims: 


 * To develop the child's self esteem and good manners.

Indirect aims: 


 * To develop the child's language.
 * To develop the child's independence.