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Basic card tips:

bulletFold any piece of paper in half.
bulletDecorate with crayons, markers, stamps and stickers.
bulletIf your child can write, write the words "thank you" and the recipient's name on a scrap paper so it is easy for your child to copy the words onto his card. A child's handwriting makes the card extra appreciated.

Tips for making a basic thank you card something extra special.

bulletStart with colorful paper.
bulletGlue on: photographs, images cut from old catalogs or magazines, feathers & flowers.
bulletBefore you decorate, try cutting the whole card into a different shape: triangles, circles, ovals & more.
bulletCut out four thin strips of paper, glue one to each edge of the rectangular card front. Now you have a frame for your illustration.

More Tips: 

bulletHave supplies ready so that you and your child can work side by side, each making your own card.
bulletOffer help when your child needs help & enjoy your making your own artwork.
bulletWork together on a special GREAT BIG card!
bulletHelp your child express her thoughts by offering to write any words that she would like to have on the card.
bulletLet your child put the card into an envelope and decorate the back.
bulletSave your real stamps by making pretend envelopes and letting your child "stamp" them with craft stickers.

bulletMail the letters together. Let your child hand the letter to the letter carrier, place it in your mailbox & raise the flag, or open the door to the mailbox!

More reasons to send thank you letters:
bullet Talk together about a person that you and your child find especially wonderful. Discuss the things this person does that make you & your child feel good. Then get ready to write a thank you!

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