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Tag Archives: Pen-Pal
We’re Still Pen-Pals
Last summer a child who had moved on from my class was missing me. His mom emailed: He said, “Mumma, I miss Jennie.” I said, “I’m sure you do. What is it you miss about her? ” He said, “I … Continue reading
A Smile Says it All – The Written Word, and Reading
My pen-pal is reading my letter. Connecting with a child is a wondrous thing. When that connection is cemented in written words and reading aloud, it gives the child an enormous boost in emotional development and confidence. Suddenly the world … Continue reading
Pen-Pal Explosion
Our Pen-Pal Wall Back in April, when school was celebrating children around the world, it struck me that reaching out to other children would be a wonderful thing to do. We could write letters, send cards, get to know each … Continue reading
Meeting our Sergeant Pen-Pal, At Last
Our pen-pal returned home from Afghanistan! It was quite a reunion. After many months of corresponding with each other- sending giant letters, pictures, drawings, and care packages- Sergeant Curran walked into my classroom to meet the children. They were so … Continue reading
Our Pen-Pal From Prague
A Pen-Pal is an exciting way to learn about other people and countries, because it is hands-on. No computers, no iPads, just real things that children can touch and see; letters, pictures, and even a book. There is no instant … Continue reading
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