Gibble the Goblin has a problem, but it is a problem that many children share; how to ask nicely for things. Now, the topic of manners and etiquette in children's literature may seem trite, vapid, or over done - but really when you look at it - it's actually quite profound. Research has shown that the pleasure centers of our brains respond when some one is nice and/or polite to us and alternatively, the pain receptors react when someone is mean and/or rude to us. Learning manners is really about respect and common human decency which is a hugely important lesson to absorb at any age, but especially for young minds. Learning to to treat others -regardless of ethnicity, race, or religion- with respect and dignity is one of the great pillars of being a decent person and that all starts with "please" and "thank you".
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