Introduction:
A letter is a written communication between two person. It takes the place of conversation, so it should be as simple and straight forward as day to day conversation is. We should remember, however, that conversation of an educated person is up to the mark. So the language should be impressive, clear and grammatical. People today are very busy, and seldom have time to read and write long letters. So no attempt should be made to go into unnecessary details, or to write conventional sentences about weather, health and general well-being of the person addressed. A letter should be to the point.
Children are expected to learn how to write letters, notes and messages. They have to be aware of different styles of writing, the use of formal and informal letters, and to select style and vocabulary appropriate to the intended reader. Handwriting too is an essential element. In the Standard Assessment Tests Level 2 handwriting is required:
A letter is a written communication between two person. It takes the place of conversation, so it should be as simple and straight forward as day to day conversation is. We should remember, however, that conversation of an educated person is up to the mark. So the language should be impressive, clear and grammatical. People today are very busy, and seldom have time to read and write long letters. So no attempt should be made to go into unnecessary details, or to write conventional sentences about weather, health and general well-being of the person addressed. A letter should be to the point.
Children are expected to learn how to write letters, notes and messages. They have to be aware of different styles of writing, the use of formal and informal letters, and to select style and vocabulary appropriate to the intended reader. Handwriting too is an essential element. In the Standard Assessment Tests Level 2 handwriting is required: