The most cherished items in a care packages sent to the troops are the personal letters of appreciation from Americans.

So what better activity for your kids today than to sit down a write a letter or draw a picture for a serviceman overseas or even in the states? Having your kids show their support with a letter or drawing is a great way to help our military. It’s also a great way to keep the kids writing over the summer.

There are many organizations that make it easy to connect with our troops, such as Operation Gratitude and A Million Thanks. Visit these organizations’ websites for details on what to include in your letter and where to send it.