1. May 8
th
is Parent’s Day. It is important to show your parents how thankful
and appreciative you are for their tireless efforts in raising, nurturing and
taking care of you throughout the years. Your parents have been a part of
your life for longer than you have been alive for! Write them a meaningful
l e t t e r a n d r e m i n d t h e m a b o u t w h a t t h e y m e a n t o y o u .
BRAINSTORM SOME IDEAS FOR YOUR LETTER
When is your birthday? _____________________________________
What is your most valued childhood memory about your parents?
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How did you feel that day? __________________________________
How do you feel when you are with them? _____________________
What 3 qualities do you admire in your parents? _________________
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What are the 3 most important lessons they have taught you? _____
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What do you promise to do for them one day? __________________
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Name: Class: Date:

2. Use the answers from your questions to help you write your first draft.
Date: ________________________
Dear Mom and Dad,
Since _______________________, you have been the most important
people in my life. I remember when ____________________________
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I felt so ______________________________ that day. In fact, you
always make me feel _________________________________________
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You are the most ___________________ person I know. I will always
admire your ___________________. I hope that I can be ___________,
just like you!
You have taught me _________________________________________
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One day, I promise that ______________________________________
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Thank you for all of my good memories, life lessons and most of all,
for being YOU!
From Your _____________ With Love,
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