We always must remember that we are a model for our child and that they will learn everything we do, both the worst and the best.

So, if we want to have polite children, the best way to achieve it is to be polite ourselves.

For example, if we say “please” and “thank you” every time our kids hand us something and “you’re welcome” each time they say “thank you,” they will learn that this is what it’s fine.

It feels silly when they give you the same toy 18 times, but it’s the best way to teach them to be polite.