Penning Personal Letters

Penning Personal Letters

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to write a personal letter using the correct format and tone.

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What do you already know about writing personal letters?

Purpose of a Personal Letter

A personal letter is written to communicate with someone in a more personal and informal way. It can be used to express feelings, convey gratitude, or offer condolences.

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Format of a Personal Letter

A personal letter typically includes the sender's address, date, recipient's address, salutation, body, closing, and signature.

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Salutation

The salutation is the greeting at the beginning of the letter. It should be formal, using the recipient's title and last name.

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Body

The body of the letter should be organized into paragraphs and convey the purpose of the letter. It should be personal and engaging, while still maintaining a formal tone.

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Closing

The closing is the farewell at the end of the letter. It should be formal, using phrases such as 'Sincerely' or 'Yours truly'.

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Proofreading

It's important to proofread your letter for spelling and grammar errors before sending it. This shows that you care about the recipient and the message you are trying to convey.

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Practice

Now that you know the format and tone of a personal letter, it's time to practice! Write a letter to someone you care about, using the tips and guidelines discussed in this lesson.

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Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

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Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

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Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.