Manners Time (Toddler Tools Series) – Gentle Board Book for Toddlers (Ages 1-3 yrs) | Build Everyday Sharing & Kind Behaviour

Manners Time is a gentle Toddler Tools® board book written by Elizabeth Verdick and illustrated by Marieka Heinlen, published by Free Spirit Publishing. It is designed for toddlers ages 1–3 and introduces young children to simple manners and polite ways to communicate with others.

The book teaches that manners can begin with a smile and friendly words. Toddlers learn polite expressions they can use when greeting people, asking for something, making a mistake, passing by someone, or saying no politely. It also introduces everyday phrases such as “please,” “thank you,” “excuse me,” and “I’m sorry.”

With simple language and colorful illustrations, Manners Time helps children develop early kindness, respect, cooperation, and social skills. The book also includes tips for parents and caregivers, making it useful for practicing manners during everyday routines.