Dining Dynamos 1: Table Manners, Place Settings, and Great Conversation!

Completed by 149 learners

Ages 7-12

Live One-Time Class

Set your child up for dining success with this fun, hands-on, interactive class designed to teach children to be excellent diners.

Nicki Black, M.A. - Certified Etiquette Consultant

Average rating:

4.9

Number of reviews:

(236 reviews)

Live video meetings

Meets once

4-10 learners per class

50 min

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What's included

1 live meeting

50 mins in-class hours

Homework

I encourage the children to practice the skills learned once the class has ended. This helps to reinforce the lessons learned.

Class Experience

Using good table manners and showing respect for other diners are important life skills. Set your child up for dining success with this fun, hands-on, interactive class designed to teach children to be excellent diners! This 50-minute class includes everything from table settings to making polite conversation with others at the table. Slides, videos to demonstrate, and discussion will be used to teach the lessons.

Children will learn: 
•	How to properly set a basic table 
•	How to use utensils and napkin
•	Dining do’s and don’ts
•	To make polite conversation
•	The importance of showing gratitude and more!

Children are welcome to dress fancy for this class.

Note: Table setting items are ideal to have for this class. Please see the supply list. We will focus on dining practices frequently used in the United States.

Learning Goals

Goals include learning:
•	How to properly set a basic table
•	How to use utensils and napkin
•	Dining do’s and don’ts
•	To make polite conversation
•	The importance of showing gratitude and more!

Other Details

Parental Guidance

Please note that utensils (fork, knife, and spoon) will be used to practice table settings. Nearby adult supervision may be required.

Supply List

Children will need basic table setting items for the hands-on practice (plate, drinking cup, fork, knife, spoon, and napkin).
A handout will be provided. Children are encouraged to come to class with a pencil, paper and a willingness to learn and have fun!

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Nicki Black, M.A. - Certified Etiquette Consultant

Joined August, 2020

4.9

236reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

2 Degrees

Master's Degree in Psychology from University of Minnesota

Bachelor's Degree from University of Minnesota

Hi! It's lovely to meet you. I am Ms. Nicki and I am excited to offer my communications and social skills classes on Outschool.

I come from a long line of teachers and greatly value the role of education in the development of young people. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Hearing Sciences and a Master of Arts in Educational Psychology. I am certified as an etiquette consultant through The Protocol School of Palm Beach. I have served as a Sunday School teacher to young children. I also have a wealth of experience working with students of all ages - from elementary through college! My professional experience includes over 20 years in college administration helping students realize their potential. 

I am a firm believer in the importance of children learning good manners and social skills. These skills help children to meet and greet others, make friends, make a positive impression, and build their confidence in various social situations. I have taught both in-person and virtual social skills classes in my community. My goal is for children to learn in a manner that is informative, highly interactive, and FUN! 

I am a mom of two fun-loving girls. One is in middle school and the other is in high school. 

I love running, drinking mochas (yum!), and especially traveling. It's so exciting to explore new places and meet new people. 

I am a highly enthusiastic, positive, and fun teacher. I look forward to the opportunity to work with your learner!

Sincerely,
Ms. Nicki