Writing Practice A1- Write A Short Letter To A Pen Pal

Hello! Let’s learn how to write a short letter to a pen pal in a simple and fun way. In this lesson, you’ll learn to introduce yourself, share interesting details, and ask friendly questions in English. ✉️🌎😃

🎯 Goals for This Lesson:

  1. Learn how to write a friendly letter to a pen pal.
  2. Introduce yourself clearly and share simple facts about your life.
  3. Ask questions to learn about your pen pal.

📝 Part 1: The Basics – Writing Your Pen Pal Letter

Writing to a pen pal is easy when you know what to include! Here are some helpful sentences to get started:

  • Greeting: (Example: Dear Sara,)
  • Introduction: (Example: My name is Lina. I am 9 years old.)
  • Facts about yourself: (Example: I live in Morocco. I like playing games and drawing.)
  • Ask questions: (Example: What do you like to do for fun?)
  • Closing: (Example: Your friend, Lina)

Here’s a full example of a pen pal letter:

Dear Sara,

Hi! My name is Lina, and I am 9 years old. I live in Morocco with my family. I like playing soccer, drawing pictures, and reading stories. What is your favorite hobby? Do you have any pets?

I can’t wait to hear from you!

Your friend,
Lina

🔧 Part 2: Making Sentences Step-by-Step

Every sentence in your letter should include:

  1. A Greeting (e.g., Dear Sara,)
  2. A Subject (e.g., I, My name)
  3. A Verb (e.g., am, like, live)
  4. Details (e.g., age, country, hobbies, questions)
Sentence Examples:
  • Dear [Name], (Example: Dear Mark,)
  • My name is… (Example: My name is Ali.)
  • I am from… (Example: I am from Morocco.)
  • I like… (Example: I like drawing and playing.)
  • What do you like to do?
  • Your friend, [Your Name]

🎲 Part 3: Fun Activities

Activity 1: Write Your Letter

Write 5 sentences to your pen pal using this structure:

  1. Dear ______,
  2. My name is ______. I am ______ years old.
  3. I am from ______.
  4. I like ______ and ______.
  5. What do you like to do?
Activity 2: Draw and Describe Yourself
  1. Draw yourself doing something you like.
  2. Write 2 sentences about your drawing. For example:
    • (Drawing of a child reading a book)
    • “I like reading books. It makes me feel happy.”
Activity 3: Ask a Friend

Ask your friend about their hobbies. Write 3 sentences about what they tell you. Example:

  • “My friend likes playing soccer. He also enjoys drawing. He feels happy doing these things.”

🔍 Part 4: Review and Reflect

Answer these questions:

  1. Did you like writing a letter?
  2. Did you learn new words or phrases?
  3. What will you add next time?

Quick Self-Check:

  • Did you greet your pen pal?
  • Did you introduce yourself clearly?
  • Did you ask your pen pal a question?
  • Did you close your letter politely?

📄 Part 5: Homework: Write a Letter to Your Pen Pal

Dear Sam,

Hi! My name is Lina. I am 9 years old. I am from Morocco. I like playing soccer and drawing pictures. What do you like doing for fun?

Write soon!

Your friend,  
Lina

Download A1 Writing Worksheet – Pen Pal Letter

🎉 Great job today! Keep practicing, and writing letters will become easy and fun. Happy writing! 😊