Young children love receiving mail – even when it’s purely part of play – which is why this fun, printable DIY mailbox and postcard sets makes a fabulous early writing activity for preschool and kindergarten student.
Making pretend letterboxes is a wonderful way to encourage pre- and early writers within an early years classroom to play with writing and reading as they ‘write’ letters for friends or family members and ‘read’ those delivered too them. It’s a wonderfully engaging way to introduce young children to the concept that writing is purposeful.
Printable DIY Mailbox and Postcards
The free, printable set includes a simple to construct mailbox plus four sweet postcards.
The printable document includes instructions for printing and making the mailbox – you’ll just need scissors, a gluestick and tape.
Once your mailbox has been constructed, it’s time to get busy writing and mailing!
Printing Your Mailbox and Postcards
Click here to download: DIY Printable Mailbox and Postcards Set. Save the PDF to your computer. Full printing instructions are included in the PDF file.
Christie Burnett is an early childhood teacher, presenter, writer and the editor of Childhood 101. More importantly, she is a Mum who believes wholeheartedly in the value of children learning through play, the importance of quality early education, and the togetherness of family.
