Etiquette Books

My son is only 13 months old, but really enjoys this book! He really pays attention because of the eye-grabbing colors! The rhythm & rhyme is really catchy too!

I work in a daycare where this book has become a favorite. We read it 2 & 3 times a day. My 3year old group knows it by heart and actually uses the manners taught in the book.
It's a must for adults and children alike.

My son was delighted with it. It contained the Japanese business etiquette information he was seeking.

For a first time American businessperson (woman, at that) it is a comprehensive and high-level look at doing business the Japanese way.

i LOVE this book. we entertain a lot and i have so many books on the subject. this book, however, leaves nothing to chance and covers every base, soup to nuts. i know i will be using this as a reference constantly. i am so glad i bought this book, highly recommend it for all interested in party giving!

This book explains the how-tos and wherefores of party-giving so straightforwardly and inspirationally you're bound to be a smashing host / hostess, no matter what your level of expertise. Must arrange a cocktail party? A dinner do? A supper buffet? Perhaps you're in an al fresco picnicking mood, or have the yen for a garden fete. Not to worry, it's a snap. Everything's in here, explained in plain English and gorgeous photographs: decor and plans and food and more. Included is a helpful timeline / checklist for your more involved parties, which removes all doubt as to when to book the venue (6 to 12 months ahead of time), clean the silver (5 days ahead of time), and uncork the wine (2 hours before your guests arrive), plus all the nitty gritty in between. Get hold of this book, browse it through, then phone up friends and throw a bash! Forward by Sir Elton John (what doesn't that man do?)

This is a great guide for anyone who is dating, who does business with the public, or who wants to find investors. Easy to follow style with great examples and tips on how to meet people and keep conversations going. Best summary of business etiquette I've seen.

In the past I attended seminars that cost several times the cost of this book and seminar. This program provides at least 2 or 3 times the information provided elsewhere, and at a fraction of the cost. The seminar provides information on where, when and how to meet people for your particular situation. It also provides usable tips on how to start conversations (even if you're shy), how to keep the conversation going and how to tactfully get out. The additional information on business meals and every kind of etiquette is worth more than the cost of this program, just by itself.

The book is informative. I found I didn't get a chance to use a lot of the information though. What you're going to do is what your wife and daughter tell you do. The best thing you can do is keep reminding them not to spend to much money. They still will, but at least you got to give your input. Prepare for the big day by thinking of what you are going to say to your daughter, before you walk her down the aisle, When you give her away and during the father/daughter dance. This is a good book. It does prepare for the things your wife and daughter want you to do.

Holy Moly, any bride-to-be with a clueless dad (or one who is pretending to be clueless, anyway) needs to buy this book. It covers anything and everything that he needs to know -- so that he can't plead ignorance during the planning and the actual ceremony and reception.

This Idiot's Guide is just what is needed for the reluctant father of the bride. It is a humorous look at the father's role in his daughter's wedding; yet, it allows the father to understand his need to love and be patient with his daughter and her mother during this momentous time.

Very helpful.

This book provided very detailed information on all duties of the father of the bride. I found it very useful and gave it to my dad. Lots of detail!

Barnes gives us chapter by chapter, practical how-to tips on how to start early in talking out what children are really crying for...information and guidance. With this book we have a better chance in properly preparing our children/teens for having fun at dating, planning dating, guiding them in deciding when to say yes or no, foundations for choosing their lifelong mate, protecting from the negatives in dating, meeting/interviewing her date/his date, how to start the discussion, how to protect from deciding for them, preparing them to decide for themselves at college, curfew: when to relax and tighten them. Every parent on earth should have read this book...then apply it.

Book Review
Preparing Your Child for Dating (Dr. Bob Barnes, Zondervan, 1998;
203pp)
by Ed Vasicek

Preparing Your Child for Dating is an excellent, well-rounded volume covering the broad spectrum of dating issues from a mainstream evangelical Christian viewpoint. The author, Dr. Bob Barnes, operates under the premise that controlled dating under parental supervision prepares one for dating when no longer under that supervision. Courtship (as per Josh Harris) he argues, leaves a child naive and unprepared for dating once "out of the nest."

The book is divided into four sections, with sections two and three receiving the most space. The divisions are: (1)A Generation with No Guidelines,(2)The Plan for Dating,(3)The Dating Process,and(4)The Lessons Learned.

Two chapters were notable in the first section. One of them, entitled, "Develop a Plan Before You Develop A Problem" urges parents to be proactive in dating. He writes, "Left to their own devices,with no guidance from parents,teens begin dating with very immature ideas about the opposite sex.....Parents must develop a dating plan for their children...(pp.24-25)."

Another chapter, titled, "Who's in Charge Here?" tells it like it often is: "In many homes, the children are in charge of their own dating. Their parents think there's nothing they can do...In Parent-Directed Dating, the parents implement a training program that teaches their children about dating but puts the responsibility for proper dating squarely on the shoulders of the child, (pp.35-36)."

Section two talks about developing a "dating plan." Since the long-term goal of dating is to find an appropriate person to marry, Dr. Barnes suggests developing a list with children before they date as to what they want in a mate. The list is divided into absolute requirements(examples: a dedicated Christian,no drugs/alcohol, etc.),important but not absolutely necessary qualities, and then preferences. When a girl is asked out on a date,for example,she goes over that list with a parent. This helps decisions to be more objective and less emotional. Rather than become emotionally involved and then choosing whether to obey the Lord or rationalize disobedience,misplaced emotions are avoided.

When going to a "party," the author argues, it is very logical for parents to speak to the host parents. They need to inquire as to whether the parents will be present and what standards will be upheld. Though young people will claim theirs was the only mom to do such a thing, Dr.Barnes says "do it!"

Parents must also discuss with their teens what is and is not
appropriate. The word "appropriate," he suggests, is a key term. What sort of affection(in public and private)is and is not acceptable? What sort of places are and are not appropriate?

In the third section,the author discusses "The Dating Process." Ages for double and single dating must be decided beforehand. The author gives no absolute plan (purposely so),but does mention that his daughter was allowed to double date at age 16, for example. Privileges must be earned(for example, a curfew can be extended after a young person has proven himself/herself trustworthy by obeying the previous curfew, etc;otherwise the curfew is made even earlier!). Quiet, objective firmness can control the argumentive pattern that develops when parents give in.

One strong emphasis in this section is the importance of "interviewing" the "date" beforehand (perhaps having the young person over for Sunday dinner). This can "weed out" many problems and is in itself worth the price of the book.

The last section, "The Lessons Learned" discusses releasing a prepared young person to independence, the ultimate goal being self-discipline.

As a pastor, one of the biggest obstacles I find in rearing young people today is parents whose heads are buried in the sand, assuming things have changed little since they were young (as mentioned above). To all such,I share this quotation from Dr. Barnes: "Tragedy lurks when a parent chooses not to be informed...(p.137)."

I give this book two thumbs up, and, along with "I Kissed Dating
Goodbye," should give concerned parents a well-rounded perspective of thoughtful opinion from two differing Christian perspectives.

As a pastor,I would like to add this comment: The "courtship" approach mandates that a young person whole-heartedly embrace it. I do not think it is healthy for parents to force their young people into this approach. The second approach (the
above book)is,in my opinion,the minimum for Christian parents.

Remote control, the "duh, I don't know, duh, what are the other kids doing?" approach spells disaster, and is advocated by neither book. Parents know more than their teens (though your youngsters remain skeptical of this), and must direct the process.

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A new friend was thoughtful and gave this book to me as a gift. I love it! The recipes are simple to assemble, oh-so-yummy, and the photos of each drink are gorgeous. Includes alchoholic and non-alcoholic recipes and tips for serving and presentation.

Last year (before owning this book) I hosted a large Easter gathering and wanted to offer a special drink to my guests. My incessant internet and cookbook search to find the perfect drink for 30 people at Easter came up with practically NOTHING. The very few drink recipes I did find were not what I had in mind. Either the flavors weren't right, it wasn't a "pretty" drink and/or I would have been standing at my bar all day mixing individual drinks. This book would have been the answer! Punch offers a TON of drink options and I wish I would have been lucky enough to have met my new friend sooner.

A must have for anyone who enjoys hosting parties...and great to have on hand for baby showers, bridal luncheons, ladies groups, etc. You will love owning this book and will put Martha to shame when you serve up one of these delicious, beautiful drinks to your guests.

I Really Like this book. Just about each recipe comes with a non acoholic version which I like because now I can make the drinks for my children as well. Each drink recipe comes with a picture so you know exactly how your finish outcome is suppose to look. There is 34 drink recipes in the book. Some of the recipes you will find are: Sparkling mint & strawberry lemonade, Mango Tango, Dockside delight, Petal Punch, Mimosa Punch, Citrus cooler, etc. This is a wonderful book to add to any cookbook collection.

I've used the best foot books to prepare for my own travels. I bought this one to give to someone from overseas to prepare for a business trip to the US. To me it seems worthwhile if not a bit overly long (one chapter for each state).
Unfortunately Amazon's delivery is delayed almost 3 weeks and this is causing a problem

For a non-native, this book gives some interesting insights into America, Americans and their culture.

We use it for cultural awareness training in Indian Call Centers. The participants find the insights fascinating!

Ian
Holistic Enterprise
Training Consultancy