Incivility Toward Blind Child

It is irksome enough when people show lack of kindness, civility, and compassion for adults, though it is particularly horrendous when people act in such a way toward children, especially a little one that has a disability.

Here is a story about a little boy who has been blind since birth and uses a white cane. The article states how some people will actually step over his cane in annoyance because they feel he is holding them up. Some of the readers comments to this article are cruel. One wonders whether those making the cruel comments really believe what they are writing, or are just writing to annoy others. Either way, it is uncivil and uncalled for.

Article: "Be more sensitive with my son: Angry mother says people 'tut' at her blind toddler as they assume his white cane is a toy"

Children's Etiquette Class, Feb. 19, 2011

"Manners and Dining Etiquette for Children"
Saturday, February 19, 2011
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (registration at 9:45a)
Edina Country Club, Edina, MN

Register at www.civilitycentre.com

Program is designed for children ages 6 - 8

• Have you wondered if your child is on their best behavior when away from home?
• Does your child remember to shake hands and introduce him or herself when meeting new people?
• Does your child understand how to use the placeware at the table?

Provide your child with the skills to be successful and build self-esteem, character, confidence, and social skills through an age appropriate interactive class on etiquette.

In this class, your children will cover a multitude of areas such as introductions, being a friend, manners at home, manners at the dining table, and writing thank you notes.

$119.00 per participant
Class includes a served lunch with a dining etiquette discussion and training. Raffle prizes included!