Being invited to someone’s home for a lunch or dinner party is a small honor, and being a good and gracious guest helps ensure the experience is enjoyable for everyone—including the host. Here are 10 ways to be a model guest at a dinner party or when invited to an event at someone else’s home – and insure you’ll be invited back!

Teaching kids to clean up after themselves isn’t just about maintaining order; it’s about building responsibility, independence, and respect for their environment. Yet, most children don’t instinctively pick up after themselves. Understanding why—and how to help them learn—can make all the difference.