Abysmal Table Manners
By Mary C. Egan
Illustrated by Neal Stepp
Jacob, Jacob, full of plans,
Come inside and wash your hands.
Jacob, Jacob, shy and sweet,
Please sit down; it's time to eat.
Jacob, Jacob, good old chap,
Place your napkin in your lap.
Jacob, Jacob, do not eat,
'Till your hostess takes her seat.
Jacob, Jacob, strong and able,
Keep your elbows off the table.
Jacob, Jacob, full of grace,
Kindly do not stuff your face.
Jacob, Jacob, fast and deft,
Pass the food from right to left.
Jacob, Jacob, sitting still,
Let's try not to have a spill.
Jacob, Jacob, looking great,
Don't forget to clear your plate.
Jacob, Jacob, quite bemused,
Yes, my dear, you are excused.
Mary C. Egan, author of numerous articles, short stories and books, loves reading children's literature as much as she does writing it. She is a graduate of the University of Illinois and member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. She currently resides in San Jose, California with her husband, son and two cats.
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