Thanksgiving approaches. That means lots of adult relatives and fancy table settings. Now might be a good time to bring up the topic of manners with your children. Here are some books that will help.

"It's a Spoon, Not a Shovel," by Caralyn Buehner

"Shouting Sharon," by David Pace

"Clifford's Manners," by Norman Bridwell

"The Berenstain Bears Forget Their Manners," by Stan & Jan Berenstain

"Manners," by Aliki

- Courtesy Barnes & Noble, Annapolis Harbour Center

Pub Date: 11/22/98