Instructions
Emails are a great way to talk to people online! Just like talking in person, we use different words when we email a teacher than when we email a friend. This worksheet will help you practice writing amazing emails for any situation.
Part 1: The Anatomy of an Email
An email has different parts, just like a letter. Match the part of the email on the left with its correct job on the right.
| 1. Subject | A. The main message of your email. |
| 2. Greeting | B. The person's email address you are sending it to. |
| 3. Body | C. A short title for what your email is about. |
| 4. To | D. How you say "goodbye" before you sign your name. |
| 5. Closing | E. How you say "hello," like "Dear Mr. Smith" or "Hi Alex." |
1. __________ 2. __________ 3. __________ 4. __________ 5. __________
Part 2: Polite Email or Friendly Chat?
Some phrases are perfect for a polite email to a teacher, while others are better for a friendly email to a pal. Sort the phrases below into the correct boxes.
What's up?
Thank you for your time.
Heya!
Dear Mrs. Davis,
See ya!
I am writing to ask...
Kind regards,
BTW...
| Polite Email (to a Teacher) | Friendly Chat (to a Friend) |
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Part 3: Fix This Email!
Oh dear! The email below is not very good. It is being sent to a music teacher, Mr. Crosby, about a missed piano lesson. Circle or list at least three things that are wrong with it.
Subject:
yo
i missed my lesson. when can i come instead? i want to come tomorrow.
- Mistake 1: __________________________________________________
- Mistake 2: __________________________________________________
- Mistake 3: __________________________________________________
Part 4: Your Turn!
You need to email your Art Club leader, Ms. Anya Sharma, to ask what materials you should bring for the next club meeting on Friday. Write a polite and clear email below.
Subject: ____________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
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Answer Key
Part 1: The Anatomy of an Email
1. C 2. E 3. A 4. B 5. D
Part 2: Polite Email or Friendly Chat?
| Polite Email (to a Teacher) | Friendly Chat (to a Friend) |
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Part 3: Fix This Email!
Possible answers include:
- Mistake 1: There is no subject. The teacher won't know what the email is about.
- Mistake 2: The greeting is too informal. "Yo" is not a polite way to greet a teacher. It should be "Dear Mr. Crosby,".
- Mistake 3: The tone is demanding. "i want to come tomorrow" sounds rude. It's better to ask politely, like "Would it be possible to reschedule for tomorrow?".
- Mistake 4: There is no closing or name. The teacher doesn't know who sent the email! It should have a closing like "Thank you," followed by the student's name.
- Mistake 5: Poor grammar/capitalization. "i" should be capitalized.
Part 4: Your Turn!
Answers will vary, but here is a good example. Check for a clear subject, a polite greeting and closing, and a clear question in the body.
Subject: Question about Art Club materials
Dear Ms. Sharma,
I hope you are having a good week.
I am writing to ask what materials I should bring with me to Art Club this Friday.
Thank you for your help.
Best wishes,
[Student's Name]