WRITING LETTERS TO FRIENDS

I enjoy writing letters to my friends. Writing letters feels personal and special. I use nice paper and colorful pens. I begin my letter by saying hello. Then, I write about my day. I share my thoughts, ideas, and stories. Sometimes, I draw little pictures on the paper. Other times, I write poems or jokes to make my friend smile. After finishing the letter, I fold it neatly. I place it in an envelope and add a stamp. Then, I take it to the post office to mail it. Writing letters is a thoughtful way to stay connected with friends.

Individual Sentences

1. I enjoy writing letters to my friends.
   Pattern: S + V + V-ing Adj O + Prep Phrase + Poss Adj O

2. Writing letters feels personal and special.
   Pattern: V-ing Adj O + V + Adj + Conj + Adj

3. I use nice paper and colorful pens.
   Pattern: S + V + Adj O + Conj + Adj O

4. I begin my letter by saying hello.
   Pattern: S + V + Poss Adj O + Prep Phrase + V-ing O

5. Then, I write about my day.
   Pattern: Adv + S + V + Prep Phrase + Poss Adj O

6. I share my thoughts, ideas, and stories.
   Pattern: S + V + Poss Adj O + O + Conj + O

7. Sometimes, I draw little pictures on the paper.
   Pattern: Adv + S + V + Adj O + Prep Phrase + Det O

8. Other times, I write poems or jokes to make my friend smile.
   Pattern: Adv + S + V + O + Conj + O + Inf Phrase + Poss Adj O + V

9. After finishing the letter, I fold it neatly.
   Pattern: Adv Phrase + S + V + O + Adv

10. I place it in an envelope and add a stamp.
    Pattern: S + V + O + Prep Phrase + Conj + V + Det O

11. Then, I take it to the post office to mail it.
    Pattern: Adv + S + V + O + Prep Phrase + Inf Phrase + O

12. Writing letters is a thoughtful way to stay connected with friends.
    Pattern: V-ing Adj O + Aux + Det Adj O + Inf Phrase + V + Adj + Prep Phrase + O

Who Are You Talking To?

Just an example of how this phrase would be said in different environments:
Phrase: "Why do you like writing letters to friends?"

1. Casual: "Hey, why do you enjoy writing letters to your friends?"

2. Intimate: "Sweetie, what makes writing letters special for you?"

3. Formal: "May I ask why you like writing letters to friends?"

4. Business: "Could you explain the importance of writing letters to maintain relationships?"

5. Writing: "Please describe why writing letters to friends is meaningful and how it helps you stay connected."

Key Vocabulary

To help you recall the words faster, draw a picture, create a sentence, or a story for each word.

1. Letter – A written message to send to someone.

2. Envelope – A paper cover to hold a letter.

3. Stamp – A small sticker used to mail letters or cards.

4. Thoughtful – Showing care or kindness for others.

5. Connected – Feeling close to someone, even when far away.

Comprehension Questions

Refer back to the story if you need to answer the following questions.

1. Why do I enjoy writing letters to my friends?
   Sentence: ________________.

2. What do I use to write my letters?
   Sentence: ________________.

3. What do I sometimes draw on the paper?
   Sentence: ________________.

4. What do I do after finishing the letter?
   Sentence: ________________.

5. Why is writing letters a thoughtful way to stay connected?
   Sentence: ________________.

Answers:

1. Because it feels personal and special.

2. Nice paper and colorful pens.

3. Little pictures.

4. I fold it neatly and place it in an envelope.

5. Because it shows care and helps me stay connected with friends.

Speaking Activity

Practice placing stress on the bolded words to change the message of the sentence.

1. I enjoy writing letters to my friends. (Emphasizes the action)

2. Writing letters feels personal and special. (Emphasizes uniqueness)

3. I share my thoughts, ideas, and stories. (Emphasizes what is shared)

4. Sometimes, I draw little pictures on the paper. (Emphasizes creativity)

5. Writing letters is a thoughtful way to stay connected with friends. (Emphasizes relationships)

Writing Activity

Unscramble the Sentences:

1. Writing / enjoy / letters / my / to / I / friends.
   Sentence: ________________.

2. Personal / feels / letters / writing / special / and.
   Sentence: ________________.

3. Little / I / draw / pictures / paper / the / sometimes / on.
   Sentence: ________________.

4. Fold / neatly / it / I / after / finishing / the / letter.
   Sentence: ________________.

5. Connected / thoughtful / is / letters / way / writing / to / with / a / stay / friends.
   Sentence: ________________.

Answers:

1. I enjoy writing letters to my friends.

2. Writing letters feels personal and special.

3. Sometimes, I draw little pictures on the paper.

4. I fold it neatly after finishing the letter.

5. Writing letters is a thoughtful way to stay connected with friends.

Create Activity

Follow the sentence pattern and build sentences with the following words:

Words To Use: letter, envelope, stamp, thoughtful, connected

1. S + V + O.
   Sentence: ________________.

2. S + V + Adj + O.
   Sentence: ________________.

3. S + V + O + Prep Phrase.
   Sentence: ________________.

4. S + V + O + Adv.
   Sentence: ________________.

5. S + Aux + V + Adj.
   Sentence: ________________.

Answers:

1. I send a letter.

2. The letter is thoughtful.

3. She places the letter in an envelope.

4. He added a stamp carefully.

5. Writing letters is special.

Grammar Activities

Multiple-Choice Questions:

1. Why do I enjoy writing letters to my friends?
   a) Because it feels personal and special
   b) Because it is fast
   c) Because it is easy

2. What do I use to write my letters?
   a) Plain paper
   b) Nice paper and colorful pens
   c) Pencils

3. What do I sometimes draw on the paper?
   a) Stars
   b) Little pictures
   c) Shapes

4. What do I do after finishing the letter?
   a) Place it in an envelope
   b) Mail it without folding
   c) Seal it without writing

5. Why is writing letters thoughtful?
   a) Because it shows care and stays connected
   b) Because it looks good
   c) Because it is fast

Answers:

1. a) Because it feels personal and special

2. b) Nice paper and colorful pens

3. b) Little pictures

4. a) Place it in an envelope

5. a) Because it shows care and stays connected

Natural Dialogue

Me: Do you like writing letters to your friends?
Friend: Yes, it’s a great way to stay connected!
Me: What do you like to write in your letters?
Friend: I share my thoughts and add jokes to make them smile.
Me: Why is writing letters special to you?
Friend: Because it shows I care and keeps our friendship strong!