Polite Is Right is an elementary school program designed to teach children social skills and encourage the use of considerate behavior in social settings. The curriculum contains six modules:

Module 1 * Rules Help Us
Module 2 * Respecting Others
Module 3 * Put Your Best Foot Forward
Module 4 * Mealtime Manners
Module 5 * Good Sportsmanship
Module 6 * Electronic Manners (Telephone & Internet)

Instructional Materials

The Leader's Guide contains the six modules of activities, family pages for each section, an evaluation instrument and supplemental resources related to manners.

Illinois State Goals & Learning Standards

04A. Listen effectively in formal and informal situations.

04B. Speak effectively using language appropriate to the situation and audience.

18A. Compare characteristics of culture as reflected in language, literature, the arts, traditions and institutions.

18B. Understand the roles and interactions of individuals and groups in society.