Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

How to Write a Friendly Letter

Subject Area

English Language Arts

Grade(s)

4

Overview

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

    English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 4

    ELA21.4.40

    Compose friendly and formal letters using appropriate elements, including date, greeting, body, and a signature.

    Unpacked Content

    UP:ELA21.4.40

    Vocabulary

    • Friendly letter
    • Formal letter
    • Date
    • Greeting
    • Body
    • Signature

    Knowledge

    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.

    Skills

    Students are able to:
    • Write a friendly letter with all of the appropriate elements.
    • Write a formal letter with all of the appropriate elements.

    Understanding

    Students understand that:
    • Letters can be written for different purposes and different intended audiences, but all letters contain some required elements.
    Link to Resource

    CR Resource Type

    Audio/Video

    Resource Provider

    Miacademy
    Accessibility

    Accessibility

    Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
    License

    License Type

    Custom
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