Dora's Book of Manners Book

When the Grumpy Old Troll has a fight with his friend Mouse, he doesn't know how to apologize. It's Dora and Boots to the rescue--with a quick lesson on manners!

Children's Literature

Everyone should know about proper etiquette, and you are never too young to learn. In Dora's Book of Manners, Dora and Boots must help Grumpy Old Troll get his best friend back. Dora is always willing to lend a helping hand and be a support for her friends. Emphasizing the lesson for young readers, a map helps the characters find their way, and is a resource for directions. Dora, Grumpy Old Troll, and Boots provide many opportunities for youngsters to learn the appropriate responses for greetings, sneezes, apologies, requests, and appreciation. Some of the responses are given in English and Spanish, making this a great introduction for youngsters learning a second language. Young readers even help teach Swiper that you should not take things that do not belong to you. Riddles are given throughout the text and engage the reader by soliciting a response. These colorful characters located on a tropical island show that friendship requires mutual respect, and good manners.