How Rude! 10 Rules of Common Courtesy

Many adults perceive teenagers as being disrespectful and offensive—mindless creatures who rampage through the mall with their loud friends or eat like pigs at a trough. How Rude! illustrates how a simple lack of manners or even innocent ignorance of social conventions can be interpreted as rude—or worse, as having a bad character. Ten basic rules are presented through teen narrated/acted vignettes on the subjects of table manners, courteous speech, proper telephone protocol, and treating others with kindness and respect. From the very simple (never say “shut up” to others) to the more complex (how to politely refuse an invitation), this basic guide is funny, fast-paced, and very practical, while the excellent accompanying curriculum also covers generational and cultural differences in etiquette and behavior expectations. Viewers will learn that far from being boring or stupid, good manners are a necessary foundation for personal confidence and future success. Highly recommended. Aud: I, J, H. (E. Gieschen)