Transactional Writing

What is Transactional Writing? a communication of ideas and information between individuals with text types such as: business letter, friendly email, friendly letter, interview, invitation, postcard and speeches.

What is a Friendly Letter? a written form of communication with a friendly tone, often about topics of personal interest

Assignment Directions: Write a friendly letter about something you are thankful for. Who should receive this letter? Ex. Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Grandmother, Grandfather, Brother, Sister. What are some examples of things you are thankful for? Make a list! Ex. Special People, Pets,Accomplishments,

Parts of a Friendly Letter Heading – Includes your address in the upper right corner Salutation – Usually begins with the word Dear and is followed by the name of the person you are writing to. Body - Contains your thoughts. You need to indent each paragraph Closing – Write the closing (Sincerely, Yours truly, etc.) two lines below the body of your letter. Capitalize only the first word and follow the closing with a comma. Signature – Put your signature under the closing.

8 Jones Dr. Pomona, NY 10970 Dear Dad, Raised me Put me through college Everything I needed Never had to ask for anything Jamaica – when I was 5 Trips to Disney World each year Fun in the car Fun family vacations Always there for me when I need him. A best friend Role model Made me who I am today Love, Your daughter

heading 8 Jones Dr. Pomona, NY 10970 greeting Dear Dad, I am writing to let you know how thankful I am to have you as a father. When I was a kid, you raised me and gave me whatever I needed. You put me through college always and provided me with everything I could have wanted. As a family, we always had so much fun on trips! Our first trip together was one you took me to Jamaica. I will never forget the feeling of taking off in an airplane for the first time. Do you remember that time when I got lost in the restaurant? I will also never forget all of our fun trips down to Disney World. Sometimes, I think we had more fun in the car than we did at the amusement park. I remember when we used to listen to Madonna. Listening to you sing her songs was really funny! You are the best father anyone could ask for. You are my hero and a role model for other fathers. You made me who I am today and I am very thankful for that. I love you very much. Happy Thanksgiving! Love, Your daughter closing body signature

8 Jones Dr. Pomona, NY 10970 Dear Dad, I am writing to let you know how thankful I am to have you as a father. When I was a kid, you raised me and gave me whatever I needed. You put me through college always and provided me with everything I could have wanted. As a family, we always had so much fun on trips! Our first trip together was one you took me to Jamaica. I will never forget the feeling of taking off in an airplane for the first time. Do you remember that time when I got lost in the restaurant? I will also never forget all of our fun trips down to Disney World. Sometimes, I think we had more fun in the car than we did at the amusement park. I remember when we used to listen to Madonna. Listening to you sing her songs was really funny! You are the best father anyone could ask for. You are my hero and a role model for other fathers. You made me who I am today and I am very thankful for that. I love you very much. Happy Thanksgiving! Love, Your daughter