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Teaching Your Children the Importance of Thank You Notes

Don't Let Them Procrastinate!

By Donna Pilato, About.com

This tip was submitted by Lynn.

How does a parent encourage a child to write a thank you note for a graduation or other gift? Simple...do not let the child have the gift until the note has been written and mailed.

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