1. Snail Mail Pen Pal Friends
Writing Skills
Snail Mail Pen Pal Friends

4. aki1975   
 Aki, 31 y.o. Alton, United Kingdom
Speaks
English
Looking for
Pen Pals Snail Mail Pen Pals Language Exchange

5. nicolejofletch   
 Nicole, 18 y.o. High Wycombe, United Kingdom
Speaks
English
Learning
Spanish,
French
Looking for
Snail Mail Pen Pals Friendship

6. Semi-formal style is characterized by:
less formal language I am writing to…
formal linking words Also, Furthermore, Moreover
words/ phrases in the passive It is understood
respectful, polite tone Thank you once again

7. • Start a new paragraph for each topic
• Start a new paragraph for each topic. • Use respectful and polite tone. • Use formal linking words • Use words/ phrases in the passive • Use less formal language
• Use simple grammar. Avoid things like the passive • Use smileys. • Use informal greetings and endings. • Use numbers and bullet points to make the message clearer. • Use abbreviations like coz and uni

8. Soohyun_   
 29 y.o.  Suwŏn, South Korea
Speaks
Korean
Learning
English
French
Russian
Looking for
Pen Pals Language Exchange Friendship Snail Mail Pen Pals

9. PLAN Dear Mr and Mrs…..(Your penpals parents’ surname)
Para 1: reason(s) for writing
Para 2: express gratitude for room/excellent food/sightseeing/hospitality/etc
Para 3: explain how your English has improved
Para 4: thanks again, invite family to visit you
Best regards,
………..(your first name)

10. Homework
Imagine you spent three weeks at your English penpal’s house. Write a letter to the family thanking them for their hospitality.