Have your child choose someone (adult or child) who lives far away. They may choose a friend, relative, or even an acquaintance they don't know much about.
Help them write a letter to this person asking if they would like to be their pen pal! They'll love practicing their writing when they know they'll be getting something in return in the near future. Have them share information about his/herself, and ask questions to get to know their pen pal a little bit better. Allow your child to address the envelope and send it off!
If all goes well, they should get a letter back in a couple of weeks!
(Post cards, pictures, and small surprise packages are fun too!
Aww, the childhood memories :))
