Bring Postal Penny to Your School
Bringing Postal Penny to your school is more than an author visit. Postal Penny visits bring the story off the page and into the classroom. Through an engaging author visit, hands-on activities, and the simple joy of letter writing, students are encouraged to slow down, get creative, and make meaningful connections—off screens.
Designed for grades K–3, with activities aligned to 2nd and 3rd grade standards.
A Visit in Action
“Chelsea Cunningham was a delight and brought so much joy to our school through the story of Postal Penny! She shared relevant strategies for writing instruction that were easily implemented in the classroom and were enjoyable for students. Our Special Person’s Day celebration was a hit, as the students shared their books and writing with loved ones.”
— Dr. Breckon Pennell, Principal Riverside Elementary School • Columbia, Tennessee
Classroom Activities
Every Postal Penny school visit includes access to five ready-to-use classroom activities designed to keep students writing, creating, and connecting beyond the visit.
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Friendly Letter Writing
View ActivityA ready-to-use activity that introduces students to the parts of a friendly letter and guides them through writing one of their own.
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Grandparents Day
View ActivityA meaningful activity that invites students to celebrate a grandparent or special older adult by writing them a heartfelt letter.
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Military Appreciation
View ActivityA meaningful activity that helps students show appreciation for military members and families through a thoughtful, handwritten letter.
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Valentine’s Day
View ActivityA sweet activity that encourages students to spread kindness by writing a thoughtful Valentine’s letter to someone special.
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National Letter Writing Month
View ActivityAn April activity that encourages students to celebrate letter writing by connecting with someone through a handwritten note.
