A quick lesson on how to write a letter

Business Letter&Informal Letter What differences do you notice?

Ins and Outs of Business Letters Why would you write a business letter? Trying to get a job Part of your job Writing to a bill collector Formal occasions Notice that all text is against the left hand side? This is called block format. It is important to include: The date Both addresses A colon ( : ) after the Salutation A “four enter” space for your written signature.

Informal Letters have rules too! When would you write an informal letter? Writing to a friend or family member Too much text for Twitter or a Text message Informal letters are often handwritten. Important differences from business letters are: The salutation ends with a comma (, ) Paragraphs may be indented An address does not have to be included. Postscripts (P.s.) may be used.

Should your letter to James McBride be a business letter or an informal letter?