Social Ettiquette Workbook

Social Etiquette Student Workbook – Grades 6-8

Social Etiquette Student Workbook

Your Guide to Mastering Life Skills

Grades 6-8 • 8 Weeks • 40 Lessons

Social Skills

Dining Etiquette

Professional Image

Communication

How to Use This Workbook

Visual Learners

Look for diagrams, charts, and colorful activities

Auditory Learners

Participate in discussions and verbal activities

Kinesthetic Learners

Engage in hands-on activities and role-playing

Reading/Writing

Complete journal entries and written exercises

My Progress Tracker

Week 1
Foundation
Week 2
Communication
Week 3
Public Behavior
Week 4
Host & Guest
Week 5
Dining 1
Week 6
Dining 2
Week 7
Professional Image
Week 8
Career Prep

Check off each lesson as you complete it!

Week 1: Foundation Skills

Building the basics of respectful interaction

1

First Impressions and Welcoming Behaviors

Learn to make positive first impressions that last

My Learning Goals

Understand why first impressions matter (7-second rule!)
Identify welcoming vs. unwelcoming behaviors
Practice positive body language and facial expressions
Learn about personal space and boundaries

What I Need

Mirror (or phone camera)
This workbook
Colored pens/pencils
A practice partner

Did You Know?

Research shows people form first impressions within just 7 seconds of meeting someone! That’s faster than it takes to say “Nice to meet you.” Today we’ll learn how to make those 7 seconds count.

Visual Activity: Mirror Magic

Practice different facial expressions in a mirror. Draw your observations below:

Welcoming Expression: How does it look?
Unwelcoming Expression: How does it look?
Hands-On Activity: Body Language Practice

Practice these postures and check off when mastered:

Discussion Activity: First Impression Stories

Share with a partner or write about a time when someone made a great first impression on you:

Reflection Journal: SMILE Method

Complete the SMILE acronym for making great first impressions:

S – Why is this important?
M – Why is this important?
I – Why is this important?
L – Why is this important?
E – Why is this important?

Check My Skills

Partner Practice: Practice meeting someone new with a classmate. Have them rate you:
Eye Contact
Poor Great
Smile
Poor Great
Posture
Poor Great
Greeting
Poor Great

Key Takeaways

Remember: You only get one chance to make a first impression
Practice: Use the SMILE method with family members this week
Challenge: Make one new person feel welcome this week
Home Practice:
2

Common Courtesies and Respect

Master the “magic words” that open doors and hearts

My Learning Goals

Master the magic words: please, thank you, excuse me
Show respect for others regardless of differences
Respond appropriately to courteous behavior
Develop empathy and consideration for others

Magic Words Challenge

How many polite phrases can you write in 2 minutes? Go!

My total count: phrases
Visual Scenarios
Scenario 1: Someone holds the door for you
Scenario 2: You need to get past someone in a crowded hallway
Scenario 3: A friend shares their lunch with you
Role-Play Practice

Practice with a partner and check off completed scenarios:

Respect Gallery

Sort these behaviors into the correct categories:

Respectful Behaviors
Disrespectful Behaviors
Interrupting Saying please Rolling eyes Listening actively Saying thank you Ignoring someone
Design a Thank You Card

Design your thank you card here

Front message:
Inside message:
Who will you give this to?

Courtesy Quick Quiz

Scenario: Your teacher helps you with a difficult problem

Scenario: You accidentally bump into someone

Scenario: You want to ask your parent for something

Key Takeaways

Remember: Courtesy costs nothing but means everything
Practice: Use courtesy words 20 times before next class
Challenge: Notice how others respond to your courtesy
Courtesy Tracker: Keep track of courtesy words you use this week
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
5

Active Listening Fundamentals

Learn the difference between hearing and truly listening

Hearing vs. Listening

Hearing is…
Active Listening is…
The LISTEN Method
L – Look at the speaker
I – Inquire with questions
S – Summarize what you heard
T – Tune out distractions
E – Empathize
N – Nod to show understanding
Partner Listening Exercise

Take turns telling 2-minute stories. Practice active listening:

Round 1 – I was the:
Story topic:
How well did I listen?
Round 2 – I was the:
Story topic:
How well did I listen?
Listening Body Language Checklist

Practice and check off when mastered:

Week 5: Table Manners & Dining Etiquette – Part 1

Master the fundamentals of proper dining

21

Table Settings & Understanding Place Settings

Learn to set a proper table and understand each component

Visual Guide: Basic Table Setting

Basic Table Setting Layout
Fork
Plate
Knife
Spoon
Glass
Napkin
Practice Setting Challenge

Time yourself setting a basic table. Check off when completed correctly:

My time: minutes
Spot the Mistakes

Circle the errors in this table setting description:

The fork was placed on the right side of the plate. The knife was positioned with its blade facing away from the plate. The spoon was set to the left of the fork. The water glass was placed below the plate. The napkin was crumpled and thrown next to the plate.

Errors found:
Table Setting Memory Aid

Create your own memory tricks for remembering table setting rules:

Fork placement:
Knife direction:
Glass position:

Table Setting Test

Challenge: Set a complete table in under 3 minutes

Accuracy Points (out of 5):
Speed Bonus:

Week 7: Professional Image & Dressing for Success

Master professional appearance and style fundamentals

32

The Art of the Suit – Fit and Styles

Learn the components of a well-fitted suit and different styles

Suit Component Vocabulary

Lapels

The folded flaps on the front of the jacket

Shoulder

Should fit perfectly – can’t be easily altered

Sleeve Length

Should show 1/4 to 1/2 inch of shirt cuff

Jacket Length

Should cover your bottom and hit mid-hand

Trouser Length

Should have slight break on the shoe

Waist Fit

Should be comfortable when buttoned

Fit Detective

Rate these fit descriptions as Good Fit or Needs Alteration:

Shoulders extending past natural shoulder line

Jacket sleeves showing 1/4 inch of shirt cuff

Pants pooling significantly around the shoes

Suit Style Discussion

Research and discuss different suit styles:

Single-breasted:
Double-breasted:
My Future Professional Wardrobe

Plan your future professional wardrobe based on your career interests:

Career interest:
Typical dress code for this career:
Essential pieces I’ll need:
My style goals:

My Etiquette Journal

Weekly Reflections

Week 1 – Foundation Skills:
Week 2 – Communication:
Week 3 – Public Behavior:
Week 4 – Host & Guest:

Goal Setting & Achievements

My biggest challenge:
My greatest improvement:
Skills I want to continue practicing:
How I’ll use these skills in the future:

Quick Reference Guide

First Impressions

  • • SMILE method
  • • 7-second rule
  • • Open body language
  • • Appropriate eye contact

Communication

  • • LISTEN method
  • • FORD topics
  • • 70/30 rule
  • • Thank you notes

Dining Etiquette

  • • Outside-in utensil use
  • • Proper posture
  • • Continental vs American
  • • Restaurant manners

Professional Image

  • • Dress for the occasion
  • • Proper fit importance
  • • Color coordination
  • • Personal style balance

Certificate of Achievement

Social Etiquette Mastery

This certifies that

has successfully completed the Social Etiquette Curriculum and demonstrated mastery of:

✓ Foundation Social Skills
✓ Communication Excellence
✓ Public Behavior Etiquette
✓ Host & Guest Excellence
✓ Dining Etiquette Mastery
✓ Professional Image
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