Provide Plenty of topics to Write About

Pen pal letters should be friendly and chit-chatty. 

They should give news and views of the locality of the writer. 

Where he lives and what that place is known for. 

Are there any famous people from your hometown? 

Is there anything interesting to see there?

Any products manufactured there that are unique?

For example, "My hometown boasts a factory that produces, from seaweed, a gum which is used in many food products. Our town has an Indian Council House which serves as a museum. It is the capital of a Native American tribe."

What is your town famous for?

• Famous foods?
• An annual festival?
• Horse racing?
• Flower or herb gardens?
• A celebrity citizen?
• A fine old building?

For example, "My pen pal lives in Honduras and she writes about growing pineapples, swimming in the ocean, her work in a mission and a hospital, and watching monkeys play in the trees."

What would your pen pal like to know about where you live?

• About your family?
• Your school?
• Your daily activities?
• Animals or birds in your region?
• Politics?
• Gardening?
• Laws?
• Housing?
• Streets and Roads?
• Jobs?
• Money?
• Local sights?
• Stores and Restaurants?

Keep your letters interesting and you will get more replies.

These suggestions will give you some ideas for your next letters:

• Talk about family birthdays, special events, trips you’ve been on and big achievements
• Share funny stories about your pets
• Tell your friends about your new computer game, CD or DVD
• Wish someone a Happy Birthday
• Give some news about school - your teacher, your friends, excursions you’ve been on, special visitors and activities
• Write about what’s been happening in your street, town or city
• Tell a friend about a great book you’ve read, or an exciting film you’ve been to see
• Share a secret
• Tell a riddle or joke
• Ask questions to find out what they’ve been doing and what interests them
  
  

Creativity Counts

Spice up your letters! 

You can be creative and write poetry or decorate the paper and envelope you are sending. 

This can teach your pen pal a lot about your personality and interests. 

Be sure not to get carried away and write all over the front of the envelope, as your letter might not be delivered if there's anything on the front other than the mailing and return addresses.