A pen pal is a person who you get to know by exchanging letters. A pen pal relationship is often used to practice reading and writing, to learn more about other cultures and lifestyles, and to make friends. With Pen Pal Palooza, your child will improve both literacy and social skills by writing and receiving letters via postal mail.

The Pen Pal Palooza Course is designed to engage children ages 5-12. However, their pen pal can be a person of any age.

The Pen Pal Palooza Course is designed as a standalone educational resource focused on teaching your child everything they need to know about having a pen pal in a fun and creative way.

During the Summer months, Celebrate Legacy finds and matches children with a pen pal through our Pen Pal Partner Program. Children are partnered with seniors or another child in a similar grade level. Pen Pals are randomly assigned. 

We offer a bundle deal that includes: The Pen Pal Palooza Course, a Pen Pal Partner, a Pen Pal Pack and a Celebrate Legacy Journal.

* Please note: The Pen Pal Partner Program is separate from the Pen Pal Palooza Course and involves an additional cost. 

The Pen Pal Palooza Course has lessons that provide children with guidance and examples regarding privacy, safety and security.

We highly recommend that parents read the letters their children have written before they are mailed. We also advise parents to have their child read the letters aloud when they are received or while in your presence.

Letters can be exchange in the following ways:
     1) Children can share their address with their partner and have letters delivered directly to their home via U.S. Postal Services.  
     2) Children who are partnered with seniors can mail their letters to the Celebrate Legacy P.O. Box and we will exchange letters with the Senior Living Community on your child's behalf.
     3) If you prefer not to exchange your actual address, parents can sign up for a mail subscription service to receive mail at a remote location (a link to suggested services is provided within the course). 

The course is primarily self-paced, allowing children to progress through the material at their own speed. In the course, your child will learn when it's best to send their letters and how to be a great pen pal by writing back regularly. This will ensure your child keeps the fun going with their new friend!

During the summer months, there is an optional four-week schedule available for those interested in the Pen Pal Partner Program. This structured timeline facilitates the exchange of letters once a week.

Celebrate Legacy provides support for parents through our vibrant Facebook community, where parents can connect with others facing similar challenges, offering a space for peer support, advice, and shared experiences to enhance their child's pen pal journey.

Through the Pen Pal Palooza Program, there are opportunities to troubleshoot any issues with correspondence. 

Yes, absolutely! We encourage participants to nurture and maintain their connections with their pen pals even after the program ends, fostering long-lasting friendships and ongoing communication beyond the initial program.