Letter Types
TYPES OF LETTERS
1. Letter of Request
Faith District
Bluefields P.O.
Westmoreland
March 26, 2023
Dear Uncle Joe,
I am writing to ask you please to send me one of your puppies. You know that I really love puppies and Mom told me that your dog, Rover, had eight puppies last week.
I promise you that I will take very good care of the puppy. I will keep it clean at all times and I will never allow it to be hungry at any time.
I look forward to a good response.
Your niece,
Sanoya
Grade Level:
3rd Grade
Subject: Language Arts
Objective: Students will construct a Letter of Request using the 5E
instructional model.
Engage:
(10 minutes)
·
Begin by asking students if they
have ever needed to ask for something in writing, such as asking for a favor,
seeking information, or making a request.
·
Discuss with students the purpose of
a Letter of Request and when they might need to write one.
·
Share examples of different types of
requests, such as asking for permission to go on a field trip, requesting
information about a topic, or seeking donations for a charity event.
·
Engage students by asking them to
share any experiences they have had with writing or receiving letters of
request.
Explore:
(15 minutes)
·
Provide students with a scenario or
prompt that requires them to write a Letter of Request. For example, they could
be asked to write a letter to the principal requesting new playground equipment
or to a local business asking for donations for a school fundraiser.
·
Review the key components of a Letter
of Request, including the heading, greeting, body, closing, and signature.
·
Distribute a graphic organizer or
outline template to help students organize their thoughts before writing.
·
Encourage students to brainstorm
ideas and gather relevant information to include in their letters.
Explain:
(15 minutes)
·
Review the purpose and structure of
a Letter of Request with students, emphasizing the importance of clear and
polite language.
·
Model the process of writing a
Letter of Request on the board or using a document camera, explaining each step
as you go.
·
Discuss strategies for effectively
communicating the purpose of the request, providing necessary details, and
expressing gratitude.
·
Provide examples of well-written
letters of request and highlight key elements, such as addressing the recipient
respectfully, clearly stating the request, and explaining the reason for the
request.
Elaborate:
(20 minutes)
·
Allow students time to work
independently or in small groups to draft their own Letters of Request based on
the scenario or prompt provided.
·
Circulate around the room to provide
support and guidance as needed, offering feedback on content, organization, and
language.
·
Encourage students to revise and
edit their letters to ensure clarity, coherence, and correctness.
·
Provide opportunities for students
to peer-review each other's letters and offer constructive feedback.
Evaluate:
(10 minutes)
·
Have students share their completed
Letters of Request with the class or in small groups.
·
Use a rubric or checklist to assess students'
ability to effectively construct a Letter of Request, taking into account
factors such as organization, clarity, appropriateness of language, and
adherence to format.
·
Provide specific feedback to
students, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement.
·
Reflect on the lesson and discuss
any challenges or insights gained from the writing process.
Closure:
·
Summarize the key points covered in
the lesson and reinforce the importance of clear and respectful communication
when writing letters of request.
·
Invite students to reflect on what
they have learned and how they can apply their knowledge to future writing
tasks.
·
Encourage students to continue
practicing their letter-writing skills and to seek opportunities to communicate
effectively in various contexts.
Prompt:
Hey there, book-loving third graders!
Do you notice something missing in our school
library? That's right—awesome new books for us to dive into! Imagine all the
exciting adventures we could go on if we had more books to choose from. But
don't worry, you can help make a change!
Your task is to write a letter to our
principal, Mrs. Smith, asking for more funding to buy new books for the
library. Think about why having new books is super important—like how it helps
us learn, discover new worlds, and have fun reading together!
In your letter, tell Mrs. Smith why we need
new books, share what kinds of books you'd love to see on the shelves, and
don't forget to say a big thank you for listening to our request.
Let's work together to make our school library
even more awesome!
Scenario:
Mrs. Smith loves hearing from students who
care about our school! Send your letter to her at:
[School Name] Attn: Mrs. Smith [School
Address]
Additional Details:
·
Think about the types
of books that get you excited to read, like funny stories, cool facts, or
adventures with animals.
·
Use friendly and
polite words in your letter—Mrs. Smith loves when we're polite!
·
Remember to explain
why having new books is important for us and our classmates to enjoy reading even
more.
2. Thank you letter
Page District
Book P.O.
Westmoreland
March 23, 2023
Dear Uncle Joe,
Thank you for the beautiful puppy that you have sent for me. I really appreciate my gift. My little sister, Kate is now jealous.
As I had promised you, I will take very good care of it. Uncle Joe, you really makes me feel very special. Thank you again!
Your niece,
Sanoya.
3. Friendly letter
Rose District
Troy P.O.
St. Ann.
October 2, 2023.
Dear Henry,
I am now in grade three. I love my new classmates and I like the subjects I am doing in class.
If all goes well with mom, I will be coming to see you next weekend. I can't wait to hear about your new friends.
Your friend,
Justine Gray
4. Letter of Apology
Comments
Post a Comment