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Which subject	English
What age group	Year or Grade 2
What topic	Pen pal writing
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A Fun Introduction to Pen Pal Writing

🌟 Lesson Opening: The Magic of Pen Pals! 🌟

Hook: A Surprise Letter! ✉️

Materials Needed:

• An envelope
• A letter (you can write a short, friendly letter in advance)
• Stickers or fun stamps for decoration

Activity: Letter Discovery

1. Set the Stage: Start your lesson by walking into the classroom with a mysterious envelope in your hand. Look excited and a little curious!

2. Gather Attention: Say, "Guess what I just found in my mailbox? I received a letter from a friend who lives far away!"

3. Open the Envelope: Dramatically open the envelope in front of the class. Pull out the letter and read it aloud. Make sure it's filled with fun and interesting questions, like:

   • "What is your favorite animal?"
   • "What do you like to do on weekends?"
   • "If you could have any superpower, what would it be?"

4. Engage the Students: After reading, ask the students:

   • "How do you think I felt when I got this letter?"
   • "Would you like to write back to this friend?"

Explanation: What is a Pen Pal? 🎉

Now, explain what a pen pal is. You can say: "A pen pal is a friend who lives far away, and instead of talking on the phone or seeing each other in person, we write letters to each other! This is a great way to share stories, ask questions, and make new friends."

Transition: Let’s Write Like Pen Pals! ❤️

Now that the excitement is building, let the students know that today they will learn how to write letters to their pen pals!

• Show examples of friendly letters.
• Discuss the parts of a letter: date, greeting, body, closing, and signature.

By the end of this lesson, students will understand what a pen pal is and be ready to write their very own letter to a friend!

Conclusion

With this fun and engaging opening activity, children will be excited to dive into the world of pen pal writing, fostering a love of writing and communication in a creative way!

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✏️ Remember, every letter can be a new adventure filled with friendship! Let's start writing!