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[quote=Anonymous]We began when kids were very little.  I would always be with my kids and usually I would prompt them. Typical interaction when they were little would be first I would greet my friend like I wanted my kid to greet them and then prompt them.

Me (to my friend): Hi, Ms. Susie!
Me (bending to my DD): Larla, can you say Hi to Ms. Susie? 
Larla: Hi Ms. Susie!
Susie :  Hi Larla. You are looking very cute today in your frilly dress!
Me (prompting my DD):  Can you say "Thank You" to Ms. Susie for complimenting you on your cute dress?
Larla: Thank You, Ms. Susie. 
Susie: You are welcome, Larla. 
Me: Will you  excuse us, Ms. Susie? We are going to  find Larla's friends so Larla can play with them, and then I will be right back with you.

Always prompt your kids and explain what you are doing.  Also, prep them before social events - "Larla, please remember to say hello to Ms. Susie and other people. It is nice to greet everyone with a smile. Then you can go and play with your friends.  I will be with you and remind you but when you are a bit older, I expect you to do this without mommy, ok?

Teach them the polite phrases and when to use them - Thank you very much.  You are welcome.   Yes, please.   No, Thank you.  I am sorry.  Please excuse me.

Also, good manners are about good behavior. Teach them to be empathic and share. As a parent, you must cut short your visit and interactions if you feel your kid is hungry, sleepy and cranky.  Don't have playdates that go on for too long because it will end in tears.

Prompt your kid in the greetings and farewells with their friends too.

You also have to model your behavior for that so that they learn from you, and teach these at home in interactions with you.  Remember Grey and how he always thanks his mom when she gives him food? 
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