Letter Writing: Formal and Informal
Learn the standard format of a business letter
Practice writing a formal letter with appropriate tone
Understand how clear communication serves others
“Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.”
— Proverbs 16:24 (WEB)Words matter, and writing clearly shows respect for others
Review parts of a letter learned yesterday. Discuss how business letters are different from friendly letters.
Demonstrate proper business letter format: sender address, date, recipient address, formal greeting, clear body, professional closing.
Students will draft a business letter to a local organization about a community service idea or request for information.
Simpler: Provide a pre-written template to fill in
Challenge: Research actual contact information for local organizations
Share letters in small groups, provide constructive feedback
Dear God, help us communicate clearly and kindly, showing Your love in our words.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about writing thank you notes!
“Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one.”
— Colossians 4:6 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Salt Shaker Word Game - act out seasoning words with kindness
Business letter writing teaches communication skills and professional etiquette
Maintaining formal tone, understanding professional language
Clear purpose, respectful language, proper formatting