Write a Letter to Your New Teacher

📬 A perfect first-week writing activity for English or ESL classes!

This low-prep resource helps teachers build relationships while collecting a meaningful writing sample from every student.

Students are guided step-by-step to write a personal letter to their new English teacher. With friendly questions, a clear checklist, and warm design, this task supports all learners – even those who feel unsure about writing at the start of term.

🧠 What’s included:

• A student page with 9 clear prompts (What to include)
• A checklist to encourage structure, formality, and neatness
• A friendly, low-pressure introduction to letter writing
• A bonus teacher’s page with a warm-up idea and exit tickets
• Editable PDF and print-ready A4 layout

🎯 Perfect for:

• The first week of school
• English or ESL classes (ages 11–16)
• Getting to know your students
• Assessing writing skills and organizing future support

❤️ Why teachers love it:

✓ Builds connection and trust

✓ Screens grammar, vocabulary, and writing habits

✓ Works well in mixed-level classrooms

✓ Can be reused at the end of the year to reflect on progress!

📌 Start your school year with heart, structure, and student voice.