At what age should one begin teaching small children good manners?

[curious]

Of course, one can model good manners to babies. But what age, for example, should I expect my children to eat with their mouths closed? Thanks.

[ilke]

From the age two.

[Sophiesmama]

start from the beginning....once they start chewing food, model good habits for them and just remind them to close their mouth, etc each time they don't, it may take a while but it will eventually then sink in.

[Puma]

I think You shoul be able to teach your children good manners regardless of your age......