“Letters to Me, When I Grow Up” prompts children to make a “paper time capsule” where they can record — in pictures and words — their hopes, dreams, and memories; seal them; and open them later in life. The 12 letters make a sweet snapshot of childhood in their bound book. They can be sealed with the included stickers and unsealed in adulthood. (And of course, parents can read them now to find out what’s on their kids’ fascinating little minds!)
A wonderfully creative way to introduce the concept of keeping a diary or journal, each letter encourages the child to record his favorite toys; to write about his family; answer questions about school; list five things he would do to make the world a better place — and more!
Recommended for children ages 4–8, this book offers a dozen ways to get kids to put pen to paper for a memento he — and his parents — will treasure forever.
Letters to Me, When I Grow Up: Young Writer’s Edition activity book by Lea Redmond, $14.95, www.chron
