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Reviewed by Jennifer Senick for Readers' Favorite
In a world of instant messages, leave your mark by writing a letter. Handwritten Notes for Kids by Carrie Pierce is a workbook that teaches children how to write a variety of notes. It’s an interactive activity book that begins with a reminder to consider how words can make others feel and why they matter. Next, readers are guided through how to create messages for different occasions. It is organized into chapters about different kinds of notes, such as thank-you cards, birthday wishes, and holiday greetings. Each one provides examples, prompts, practice pages, and opportunities for reflection. There’s also a part showing the basics of sending mail. At the end, there are bonus sections for parents and teachers that offer additional ways to extend the lessons beyond the page. Ultimately, this guide shows how kindness and gratitude can be shared through a handwritten note.
Handwritten Notes for Kids by Carrie Pierce turns a practical life skill into something approachable for children. I appreciated that it begins by explaining why it’s important to write messages. The examples for each note type are easy to read and will help children feel confident about putting their thoughts into words. As an educator, I think this book would be a great way to start discussions about kindness, gratitude, and empathy. As a follow-up, students could have fun writing notes to other people in the school. The illustrations by Sherri and Ken Marteney add a playful touch throughout. Families, teachers, homeschoolers, and anyone looking to encourage thoughtful communication will want to pick this one up. Young readers who like doing creative writing activities and activity books will enjoy this guide. Its message that “your words matter” makes it a valuable addition to homes, classrooms, and libraries.
