Story's Topic: Art of Table Manners

Includes: Audio book available by scanning the enclosed QR code.

Note: Active QR code is provided with the printed book only.

Maya is invited to have lunch at her friend Susan's house. It is the first time she is eating outside her home without her family, so she feels a bit nervous... What if she doesn’t behave properly?

Note to Parents, teachers and guardians:

The story "Invitation to Lunch" is a fantastic educational tool that instills social etiquette in children in an engaging and enjoyable way. To maximise the benefits of the story, you can follow these tips:

• Reading the story with your child: Sit together in a fun session and encourage your child to participate in discussions while reading.
• Discussing the characters’ actions: Talk about the characters and the reasons behind their behaviour to stimulate critical thinking and self-expression.
• Acting out scenes: Encourage your child to reenact situations from the story to help them practically apply positive behaviours.
• Connecting the story to real-life situations: Relate the story to everyday events, such as social gatherings, to reinforce understanding.

This story promotes values of respect, empathy, and cooperation, helping children develop positive behaviours with confidence and awareness.