Children addressing adults - explain the "Miss" thing to me - Page 6

[beenmum]

 I work in preschool  and we do alot of Miss Beth even tho she is actually married, or Miss Sharon. A persons maritial staus is none of my childs business honestly. They are adding in a show of respect, I think that should do just fine.

However, if you have expressed an issue with it, it would be rude for the kids to call you Miss at this time.

[ssh]

Originally Posted by blessedwithboys 

As for "Miss Firstname", I HATE that!  I understand that it's taught to children as a way of showing respect, and in some cases it's akin to "Auntie Firstname", but I still hate it.  If a parent wants to teach their kids formality and societal convention, I think that's wonderful.  Just do it right and use Miss/Mrs./Ms. Surname. 

If you grew up in the deep south it would just sound normal to you. I live in Colorado now and still accidentally refer to adult friends or neighbors as Mr firstname or Miss fristname when talking to my 5 year old.  It's just such a habit after decades of hearing it.