The Challenge of the Letters

Story

Last Christmas, the Christkind found itself overwhelmed by a mountain of letters. Each day brought a new influx of requests, lovingly written by children eager to share their hopes and dreams. Those handwritten notes, filled with wishes for toys, games, and heartfelt messages, were a testament to the magic of the season. However, amidst the joy of these letters was the harsh reality of the workload they created.

Reflecting on the previous year, the Christkind recalled the struggle of sorting through countless envelopes. As the clock ticked down to Christmas Eve, it became clear that managing this precious correspondence had been more challenging than ever. The Christkind longed for a better way to organize and respond to the heartfelt wishes, ensuring that every child felt seen and cherished.

Determined to find a solution, the Christkind envisioned a more efficient process that would honor each wish while embracing the spirit of the season. Inspired by the possibilities of modern technology, it turned to Microsoft Forms and Copilot. With these innovative tools at its disposal, the Christkind was ready to transform the overwhelming task of managing letters into a streamlined and joyful experience, allowing it to focus on what truly mattered: spreading Christmas magic to every child.

Solution

The Christkind opened Microsoft Forms and started a New Form

As the Christkind sat down to create the wish list form, it began to gather its thoughts, determined to make the process as joyful as possible for the children. With a sprinkle of magic and a dash of creativity, it crafted the following prompts to guide the form's creation:

Gathering Wishes

"Let’s start by inviting the children to share their Christmas wishes! I’ll create a field for their name and age, along with a space for them to list all the wonderful items they hope to receive this year."

Understanding Their Interests

"Hmm, it would be lovely to know what they enjoy! I’ll adjust the form to include a question about their favorite toys, games, or hobbies. This will help me understand their hearts a little better."

Adding a Personal Touch

"Every child has a unique story! I’ll include a section where they can share their favorite holiday memory or tradition. This will make the form feel special and warm, just like Christmas."

Creating a Wish List

"Next, I’ll add a checklist of popular gifts this year—dolls, action figures, art supplies! But I’ll make sure to leave space for them to write in their own wishes too. After all, every dream deserves to be heard!"

Inviting Feedback for Next Year

"How can I make next year even better? I’ll add a question asking for their thoughts on how I can improve my Christmas magic in the future. I want every child to know their voice matters!"

Final Touches

"Finally, I’ll give this form a cheerful title: 'Dear Christkind: My Christmas Wish List.' I’ll decorate it with festive colors and designs, making sure it radiates the joy of the season!"

With each prompt and adjustment, the Christkind felt a wave of happiness. This form would not only help gather the wishes of children everywhere but also create a connection that would make them feel cherished and important. Now, it was ready to spread some Christmas magic!

But the Christkind found on the top of the form a message Copilot has suggestions to improve your form.

Let's try it, and now the Christkind was happy and the form is perfect.

This was such a great first day with hope and glory. The Christkind goes to bed.

Remark

This is only an illustration of what is possible. If the Christkind wrote it in one prompt, it would also be possible.