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How to Write a Friendly Letter

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Title:

 How to Write a Friendly Letter

URL:

 https://youtu.be/tB_CHVYxR0s

Content Source:

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YouTube
Type: Audio/Video

Overview:

In this video, students learn why we write friendly letters, as well as how to properly write one.

Content Standard(s):
English Language Arts
ELA2021 (2021)
Grade: 4
40. Compose friendly and formal letters using appropriate elements, including date, greeting, body, and a signature.

a. Write return address and mailing address in the proper locations on an envelope.
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Teacher Vocabulary:
40.
  • Friendly letter
  • Formal letter
  • Date
  • Greeting
  • Body
  • Signature
40a.
  • Return address
  • Mailing address
  • Envelope
Knowledge:
40. Students know:
  • The tone of a formal letter is professional and official, while the tone of an friendly letter is informal.
  • Both friendly and formal letters include some of the same components, including the date, greeting, body, and signature.
40a.
  • The mailing address is written in the center of an envelope, and the return address is written in the upper-left corner of the envelope.
Skills:
40. Students are able to:
  • Write a friendly letter with all of the appropriate elements.
  • Write a formal letter with all of the appropriate elements.
40a.
  • Write the return address and mailing address on an envelope in the correct place.
Understanding:
40. Students understand that:
  • Letters can be written for different purposes and different intended audiences, but all letters contain some required elements.
40a.
  • A return address and mailing address must be included when mailing an envelope.
Tags: body, closing, date, friendly letters, greeting, signature
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