How to write a letter Writing a letter
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How to write a letter Writing a letter can be easy if you follow a few simple rules. Take your time and think carefully about WHO you are writing to.
Starting off…. . Correct addresses: YOUR address (right) Their address (left - but only if it is an official letter, not personal) Date Dear NHS staff
1 st paragraph…. Why are you writing to them. . . ”I am writing to you to say thank you…. . ” Explain who YOU are…. My name is…. .
2 nd paragraph…. . This is the MAIN section of your letter You can have more than one paragraph Don’t make one enormous paragraph- it looks boring! Say what you really appreciate about their hard work and dedication. Use connectives (firstly, secondly, next, …) State each point, then back it up: I think in this difficult time that you are heroic in your dedication to others.
2 nd paragraph…. cont. Offer your own opinion on things. eg. I feel so lucky that we have the NHS in our country and proud of the work that you do. Use the letter writing tick sheet to help you structure your letter.
Last paragraph…. . This is a concluding paragraph Give an overall view of the letter. I just wanted to thank you again for everything you have done to save lives.
Signing off…. . If you know them personally - Yours sincerely If you don’t know them - Yours faithfully RE-READ YOUR WHOLE LETTER!!!!
