Manners for Boys “Gentlemen” An Endangered Species Googol Learning website

Respectful Attitudes Gentlemen have respectful attitudes which lead to respectful actions and words. They greet people with a smile, nod or "hello" as they pass people. Their attitude is one of putting others first - based on The Golden Rule... to treat others the way they would like to be treated.

Respectful Words Gentlemen use respectful words:  "Please" "Thank You" "You're Welcome" and "Excuse Me."  Instead of "What?" and "Huh?" they say "Pardon me?"  They say "Yes Ma'am" and "No Sir" respectfully. They never use cursing or cussing words. Gentlemen also have the courage to use difficult words like, "I'm Sorry" "I made a mistake" and "Will You Forgive Me?"

Opening Doors Gentlemen open doors for Ladies and allow them to pass through first, saying, "After you!" All children open the door for their elders.

Opening Doors A gentleman walks a Lady to the car and opens the car door for her.

Seating A Gentleman offers his seat to a Lady. A Gentleman should offer his seat to his elders or pregnant women in crowded buses or waiting rooms. He should never be seated until his mother is seated.

Seating A Gentleman seats a Lady at the dinner table before he seats himself. He rises when a Lady excuses herself and when she returns. A gentleman takes care of the lady to his right. Practice.

Common Courtesy A Gentleman helps a Lady put on or remove her coat or sweater. He also offers to help carry heavy packages for a lady. Children offer to carry bags for their mothers. If the lady drops something, the gentleman will pick it up for her.

Sign of Respect A Gentlemen stands when a Lady enters the room or when he is introduced to someone.

Chivalry A Gentleman protects a Lady from danger. He walks on the curb side of the road as a courtesy of protection and to keep the lady from getting splashed by puddles. He also stands behind a lady on an escalator going up; and in front of her going down to protect her from falling. He walks down a dark theatre aisle first and lets the lady follow. Practice.

Honor A Gentleman will never EVER hit or hurt a Lady. A boy must never hit or hurt a girl, but rather use his strength to protect a girl.