Guide to British Life and Manners: the List of DON'TS

Do not greet people with a kiss: We only kiss people who are close friends and relatives.

Avoid talking loudly in public.

It is impolite to stare at anyone in public.

Privacy is highly regarded.

 
Guide to British Life and Manners: the List of DOS

Do stand in line: In England we like to form orderly queues (standing in line) and wait patiently for our turn e.g. boarding a bus. It is usual to queue when required, and expected that you will take your correct turn and not push in front. ”Queue jumping” is frowned upon.

Do say “Excuse Me”: If someone is blocking your way and you would like them to move, say excuse me and they will move out of your way.

Children Learn What They Live
If a child lives with criticism,
he learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility,
he learns to fight.
If a child lives with ridicule,
he learns to be shy.
If a child lives with shame,
he learns to feel guilty.
If a child lives with tolerance,
he learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement,
he learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise,
he learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with fairness,
he learns justice.
If a child lives with security,
he learns to have faith.
If a child lives with approval,
he learns to like himself.
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship,
he learns to find love in the world.

"Some teachers are great... They put bandages on my hurts - on my heart, on my mind, on my spirit. Those teachers cared about me and let me know it! They gave me wings..."
Marian Franklin from "Thoughts of a Dropout"
 
Our children are living messages we send into a time and place we will never see.
Author Unknown