6 Fun, Creative Letter-Writing Ideas for Kids

If your child isn’t interested in traditional letter writing, encourage him or her to try a less conventional approach.

Children have their own unique ways of expressing themselves, and letter writing is versatile enough to accommodate them. ElenaYakimova/Shutterstock

Encouraging your kids to write a simple thank you note or a short letter can be challenging. Maybe your kids are reluctant because they’re not good spellers or are struggling with penmanship. Quite possibly, they see it as another homework assignment. There are alternatives, though, that can bolster creativity and motivation.

So if you have a reluctant, struggling, or uninterested writer, introduce him or her to some of these easier, fun, nontraditional letter formats, and be ready to get out the stamps.

Rebus Story

So, what is a rebus? Simply put, a rebus tells a story using a combination of written words and simple pictures that represent words. Pictures can be hand-drawn, stickers, or cut out from magazines.