How to Address an Envelope

Today, we will be demonstrating how to appropriately address and send a letter.

Step 1:

Gather Materials

• Envelope (size of choice)
• Card or Letter you are sending
• Stamp(s)
• Pen or Pencil

Step 2:

Write the letter, or if you are sending a card, write in the card.

Step 3:

Put the letter/card inside the envelope.

Step 4:

Seal the envelope.

Step 5:

At the top left corner of the envelope should be:

• Sender's name, First and Last

Step 6:

Directly below the sender’s name will be the sender’s street address

• Beneath the sender’s street address will be the City, State, and Zip Code associated with the sender’s street address

Step 7:

The top right of the envelope is where the stamp(s) associated with the sender’s home state will be.

Step 8:

In the middle of the envelope will be:

• the recipient’s name, First and Last

Step 9:

Beneath the name will be the recipient’s exact street address

• Directly below the street address will be the City, State, and Zip Code associated with the recipient’s street address

Step 10: DONE!

Find a local Post Office of mailbox to send the envelope to the recipient.