Pen pals (or penpals, pen-pals, penfriends or pen friends) are people who regularly write to each other, particularly via postal mail. Pen pals are usually strangers whose relationship is based primarily, or even solely, on their exchange of letters.

How do you maintain a penpal relationship?

Tips for being a great Pen PalAlways be yourself. Theres no point in trying to be someone youre not; youll not get anything out of the relationship if it is based on lies, much like any relationship. Encourage conversation. Set boundaries. Set expectations. Be patient.9 Feb 2017

What is the point of a penpal?

Supports Development of Social Skills Introverted tweens may particularly benefit socially from having a pen pal. A pen pal gives them the time and space to find the right words (they often freeze if they have to talk before they think) and naturally promotes a deep, less superficial relationship that introverts crave.

How do I get a good PenPal?

Go Postal! 9 of the Best Websites to Find a Foreign Language PenpalInterPals. InterPals is arguably the most popular website where language learners go to meet potential penpals. Conversation Exchange. My Language Exchange. Penpaland. PenPal World. Global Penfriends. Speaky. WeSpeke.More items