Respect Information…

HOW TO BE RESPECTFUL

Treat other people the way you want to be treated.

Be courteous and polite.

Listen to what other people have to say.

Don't insult people, or make fun of them, or call them names.

Don't bully or pick on others.

Don't judge people before you get to

HOW TO
TREAT OTHERS WITH RESPECT

Treating people with respect makes your world a nicer place to live in, whether it's at home, at school, or out in your community. And it's easy - all you have to do is treat people the way you like to have them treat you. Here are a few ideas.

• Don't insult people or make fun of them.
• Listen to others when they speak.
• Value other people's opinions.
• Be considerate of people's likes and dislikes.
• Don't mock or tease people.
• Don't talk about people behind their backs.
• Be sensitive to other people's feelings.
• Don't pressure someone to do something he or she doesn't want to do.

We live in a diverse nation made up of many different cultures, languages, races, and backgrounds. That kind of variety can make all our lives a lot more fun and interesting, but only if we get along with each other. And to do that we have to respect each other. In addition to the list above, here are some ways we can respect people who are different from us.

• Try to learn something from the other person.
• Never stereotype people.
• Show interest and appreciation for other people's cultures and backgrounds.
• Don't go along with prejudices and racist attitudes.

How can you show respect?

  • Be honest - If you do something wrong, admit it and apologize.
  • Be positive - Don't embarrass, insult or make fun of your classmates. Compliment them.
  • Be polite - Use "please" and "thank you".
  • Be reliable - Keep promises. Show others that you mean what you say.
  • Be a good listener - Give others your full attention.
  • Obey laws - Follow rules.
  • Be caring - Show concern for people, animals and the environment.

respect [rɪˈspɛkt]

n

1.an attitude of deference, admiration, or esteem; regard

2.the state of being honoured or esteemed

3.a detail, point, or characteristic; particular he differs in some respects from his son

4.reference or relation (esp in the phrases in respect of, with respect to)

5.polite or kind regard; consideration respect for people's feelings

6.(often plural) an expression of esteem or regard (esp in the phrase pay one's respects)

vb(tr)

1.to have an attitude of esteem towards; show or have respect for to respect one's elders

2.to pay proper attention to; not violate to respect Swiss neutrality

3.to show consideration for; treat courteously or kindly

4.Archaic to concern or refer to

[from Latin rēspicere to look back, pay attention to, from re- + specere to look]

Collins English Dictionary – Complete and Unabridged © HarperCollins Publishers 1991, 1994, 1998, 2000, 200

Examples of “family respect rules”:

  1. We knock before entering bedrooms and bathrooms.
  2. We ask before we take food from another person's plate.
  3. We ask before borrowing someone else's things.
  4. We stay quiet when others are on the phone.
  5. We do not interrupt when another person is talking.
  6. We listen when others speak.
  7. We keep a clean house by putting things back where they belong so others can find them and so others don't have to pick up our things.
  8. We speak respectfully, even when we are upset with each other.
  9. We eat the food prepared for us without complaining.
  10. We honour and show respect for others by letting them go ahead of us or giving them the more desirable seat or treat.
  11. We take the garbage out when it is full rather than overloading it.
  12. We close doors quietly and gently.
  13. We don't make fun of others when they are having trouble with something, when they make a mistake, when they get hurt or if they are different.
  14. We are quiet when others are sleeping.
  15. We take good care of our furniture, clothing, toys, books, home and vehicle.

Moral Value: Respect.

-Respect is to treat others kindly without criticizing.

- Respect is to treat others as we would like to be treated.

- Respect is necessary to live in peace and harmony with our friends, family, and neighbors.

Treating your classmates nicely is a way to show them respect

Following your teacher’s directions is one way to show him/her respect

Listening to and minding your adult family members is how you show them respect

Taking care of yourself is called self-respect

Respect places:

walk on sidewalks

throw trash in garbage cans

libraries, churches speak softly

Respect Things:

ask to borrow things if we want to use them

Respect People:

Listen when they are talking

Raise hand to say something

Say nice words to respect others

CONCEPTS

  • Respect means holding someone in high esteem.
  • Each person deserves respect.
  • We show respect through our actions.
  • Our view of self and others affects our actions.