Grown-Up Guide: Let’s Talk!

Words you may find useful:

letter envelope stamp post box postman deliver

What to do

This picture helps develop your child’s Literacy by introducing early writing, letters and the purpose of print in everyday life. It also supports Understanding the World as children learn how the postal service helps people communicate and stay connected.

Sit together and look at the picture. Let your child lead—follow what they notice first.

You say it first (Copy + Add)

“I can see a red post box.”

“The child is posting a letter.”

“The letter will be delivered to someone.”

👉 Then, depending on the age of your child, add one or more words:

“A bright red post box.”

“A stamped envelope.”

“A helpful postman delivering letters.”

💬 3 questions to build language

“What can you see?”

“Who do you think the letter is for?”

“Where do you think the letter will go next?”

If no answer

That’s okay—keep modelling:

“This is a post box.”

“The child is posting a letter.”

“The postman will collect it and deliver it.”

⏱️ 2-minute routine

✉️ Write a simple picture or message together for a family member or friend.
📮 Put it in an envelope and talk about who will receive it.
🚶 Walk to your nearest post box and post it together.
💬 Chat about the journey the letter will make before it arrives.

Keep it short, warm and pressure-free.