What should I tell my pen pal?

Depending on how much contact you have had online or in person beforehand, make sure your new friend knows your name, your age, your gender, and where you live in the world. Then tell them about a couple of your hobbies and interests, or perhaps about your family – whatever you fancy sharing at the time.

How old do you have to be to pen pal?

You can start at any age, but 8-10 (or older) seems ideal. Here are seven benefits for your child when they have a pen pal.

How often do you write to a PenPal?

How Often Should I Send Letters To My Pen Pal? You should send your pen pal at least 1 letter per month. If you and your pen pal want to write to each other more often, that is great! You can definitely send more than one letter a month if you’d like to.

How do you introduce yourself to a PenPal letter?

How to write an Introductory Letter

1. Do not send mass introductory letters.
2. Tell your penpal the essentials.
3. Tell them where you stumbled across their information.
4. Discuss your hobbies and interests briefly.
5. Ask some questions.
6. How do I finish the letter.
7. Don’t try to force people to write back.

How can a teen get a PenPal?

Pen Pal Programs for Teens

1. Students of the World. Students of the World, Etudiants du Monde, is a nonprofit organization that provides pen-pal contacts around the world to individuals and to schools.
2. Pen Pals Now. Pen Pals Now offers a streamlined service.
3. PenPal World.
4. Inter Pals.

How can my kid get a PenPal?

Classic Ways to Find a Pen Pal for Your Kid

1. Keep it in the family.
2. Extend a hand (or a pen) to older adults.
3. Try a new way of keeping in touch with local friends.
4. Get social on social media.
5. Have your child write to their favorite author.
6. Send a letter to an astronaut.
7. Strike up a friendship with a scientist.

How do I get a teen PenPal?

Here are ten websites you can join to find your pen pal:

1. InterPals.
2. Global Penfriends.
3. Conversation Exchange.
4. HelloTalk.
5. PenpalsNow.
6. Penpal Party.
7. My Language Exchange.
8. Polyglot Club.