[LIT] Pen Pals

[Bill IVEY]

"A list for improving literacy with focus on middle grades."
<lit at literacyworkshop.org> on Monday, September 25, 2006 at 11:26 AM -0500
wrote:
>I just had a student ask me how to find a pen pal.  Does anyone know of
>a reputable sight, either internet or snail-mail based that I can refer
>my student to.  With all the instances of child abuse on the internet, I
>do not want to lead him to a place or organization that will be harmful
>to him.

Hi!

Try ePals.com - I've used this in my French classes, and as near as I can
tell it's as safe as you can get. Be sure he uses a non-traceable email
address and gives out no personal information, especially real name,
address and/or phone number.

Take care,
Bill Ivey
Stoneleigh-Burnham School