Guidelines
Our card writing guidelines specifies that each card should have at least three sentences. However, it can be tough to know where to start, so here are a few ways to construct the perfect and most meaningful card! Each number on the card graphic correlates with a step below.
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Guide
Cover
Draw a picture or design based on the month’s theme or something happy and positive! You can even add uplifting words like Smile, Have a Great Day, or Happy Holidays.
Step 1
Start of your letter with a greeting such as Hello, or Dear friend.
Step 2
Introduce yourself, for example, “My name is _____, I’m currently in __th grade. I’m writing to you to send some positivity your way!” This adds a personal touch! (Avoid adding personal details like your private contact or school.)
Step 3
This portion is the meat of your letter. One way you can write it is by adding more about yourself, but always tie it back to the reader.
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For example, “I cannot wait for the summer time and to do fun activities like going to the beach, and having picnics!! Specifically I love hanging out with my favorite people. Hopefully this rekindled the warmth and excitement of the summer time we will soon feel, I can’t wait!
Alternatively, you can include well wishes for the holiday seasons, your own short poems, or share words of strength and encouragement!
Step 4
This line is not necessary, but adds a nice touch to the card! To end the body of the letter, add a quote or remind the reader of a positive trait of theirs. For instance, “Also, I’d like to remind you that you’re so strong!”
Step 5
Finally, to end your letter sign off with your name. For example, say “Sending positivity your way, _____”.