Grade 3 · Writing · Lesson 10

Describe Favorite Holidays or Celebrations

Holidays and celebrations are some of the most vivid memories we have. The smells, sounds, decorations, and people we love make each one special — and you can bring all of that to life on the page.

What this lesson teaches

1Write a descriptive paragraph about a favorite holiday or celebration
2Open with a topic sentence that names the holiday and uses a tradition signal word
3Add tradition detail sentences with specific people, foods, and activities
4Include sensory details that show what is seen, heard, smelled, or tasted
5End with a closing sentence that explains why the holiday is meaningful

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