This listening activity is about a tale titled ”Good Manners” with BooBoo’s delightful short stories. Join us on a journey filled with polite phrases, kind gestures, and heartwarming moments. From Jack’s shopping adventure to Patti’s first day of school and Tammy’s day out, these stories are sprinkled with magic words like ‘please’ and ‘thank you.’ So, buckle up for a manners-filled adventure! After the stories, we’ll dive into a fun discussion about the importance of good manners and how they make our world a brighter place. Ready to embark on this polite journey? Let’s begin!
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(00:00) [Music] Jack’s shopping list. jack was helping his dad shop for groceries they ordered cheese the grocer handed it to Jack what do you say Jack’s dad asked thank you Jack replied next they ordered some fresh pasta from the deli thank you said Jack when the clerk gave him the package they went to the farmers market and
(00:47) ordered apples thank you Jack said when the farmer gave him the bag what is all this food for Jack asked his dad bought some Tomatoes and gave them to Jack it’s a surprise his dad said Jack and his dad walked home carrying their grocery bags thank you his mom said when Jack delivered the groceries she sent them out of the
(01:22) kitchen to make the surprise the surprise was cheesy tomato pasta and baked apples Jack and his dad knew just what to say you paddies first day of school Patti walked into the classroom on her first day of school she didn’t know anybody she sat quietly at her desk at recess Patti saw another girl crying Patti
(02:05) asked her what’s wrong I’m new I don’t have any friends she said had he stuck out her hand I’m Patti I’m Beth she replied Patti and Beth skipped rope until recess was over after school Patti and Beth walked home together Patti told her mom this is my new friend Beth Patti and Beth played on the swings
(02:43) until suppertime finally it was time for Beth to go home I’m really glad we are friends that said Beth gay Patti hug we are going to be best friends they both giggle penny and Mary penny the Fox bounced her favorite ball Mary the pig asked can i play Jew it’s my ball said penny as she bounced the ball her friend Mary grabbed the ball
(03:33) and ran bring back my ball penny yell I want to play do Mary bounce the ball penny ran after her Mary hit the ball behind her back please give it back to me and he told Mary Mary handed penny back the ball can we take turns playing with the ball Mary asked it’s my ball replied penny hmm I don’t want to play
(04:15) with you anymore Mary said walking away and he ran after her wayde’s let’s share the ball and he bounced it to Mary Mary bounced it back and said sharing his fun please Katie watched her brother eating a cookie can I have a cookie too Katie asked her mother what’s the magic word Katie’s mother asked I don’t know Katie
(05:02) tried to reach the jar why did he get one Katie pointed to her brother he was polite and said the magic word her mom explained Katie asked her brother what’s the magic word but her brother was too busy chewing to answer I really want a cookie Katie said impatiently her mother shook her head she put the jar away
(05:48) Katie watched her brother eats his cooking can you please tell me the magic word Haley asked Katie’s brother said please is the magic word Katie jumped up and down her mom gave her a cookie now what do you say thank you mommy Katie gave her mom the hug Tammy’s day out Tammy went on an early-morning boat
(06:36) ride good morning she said to the captain Tammy went to a restaurant for lunch good afternoon she said to the waitress Tammy went to the beach in the afternoon good afternoon she said to the lifeguard after dinner Tammy went to the movie theater good evening she said to the ticket man Tammy ordered some popcorn
(07:20) thank you she said to the lady Tammy came home after the movie did you have fun today her parents asked I did Tammy replied as she hugged her mom good night she said to her mom and dad Tammy’s day out was full of fun she hugged her teddy bear and fell asleep [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music]
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As you bid adieu to the wonderful theme of ‘Good Manners,’ let’s reflect on the magical power of ‘please’ and ‘thank you.’ Just like Jack, Patti, Mary, and Tammy, we learned that small gestures can make a big difference in how we connect with others. Now, it’s your turn to shine! In our upcoming discussion, feel free to share your thoughts on the importance of good manners. Are you ready to spread kindness and good vibes? Let’s dive into our discussion and explore the beauty of polite interactions. Ready, set, manners!
