How to Write a Thank You Note for Kids

You know it’s a good idea to get kids in the habit of writing thank you notes early, but what if they’re not even old enough to write? You write them. Yes you, the adult!

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Notecards
• Pens/pencils/crayons/pens
• Stickers (optional)

1. Choose your voice-- Will you:
   
   a) Write as if you're the child, as in "Thank you for the sidewalk chalk—- I drew all over the driveway with it." or
   
   b) Write as yourself, the adult, such as "Thank you for sending Billy that adorable shirt."
   
   Either is okay; do whichever feels right to you.

2. "Interview" your child about the gift. You'd be surprised how much this helps. I’m staring at a toy car, totally uninspired about what to write, and then I ask my son why it’s cool and he says, "I like the fire on the side and I can make it go VRROOOOM." Voila, thank you note done.

3. Write the note. Here's a sample:
   
   Dear Grandma,
   
   Thank you for the Webkin! I named her Happy and have already set up her room. She has a princess bed, a checkers game, and lots of clothes and friends. Her favorite food is blueberries.
   
   Thanks again. You know how much I like Webkinz. She is my favorite toy!
   
   Love,
   Fifi

Tips & Warnings

• See http://www.Thank-You-Note-Samples.com for more free thank you note samples for personal and business topics.

Resources

• Thank you note samples for business & personal topics, how to's, etiquette, and more.