Rio is a little rata river rat to be exact. He lives in a very human world; that is to say, He cant always do things his own way! Rios mom has taught him well; His manners are very good, do tell. He is very different to be sure, To be a rat in this world, there is no cure. But a good little rat he is (and that is that!), A very well-mannered river rat. Do your children known the importance of good manners when playing with others, preparing for meals, thanking others who help them, and taking care of the world around them? Join Rio the Rat as he explains the manners we follow in these and other everyday situations. Good Manners for Very Young Children with Rio the Rat, by John C. Lister, uses plain language that children will understand and enjoy to set a good example in Rio for children to follow when practicing good behavior.

About the Author

John C. Lister is a high school math teacher, but he is currently employed by the United States Army. He and his wife, Nataliya, live in Humble, Texas. Good Manners for Very Young Children with Rio the Rat is his first published book.