Explain Halloween

Worksheet Description

The worksheet is a writing prompt focused on the theme of Halloween. It is designed for educational purposes, to prompt students to explain the holiday of Halloween to someone who has never heard of it. The lined space provided is for students to compose their explanation in written form. An illustration associated with Halloween, likely to engage students and provide inspiration, accompanies the prompt.

The worksheet’s objective is to teach students the skills of expository writing, specifically focusing on explaining a concept or a tradition to an audience that might be unfamiliar with it. It challenges students to think critically about what makes Halloween distinctive and to consider which aspects of the holiday to highlight in their explanation. This task helps develop their ability to convey information in a clear and structured manner. It also encourages students to use descriptive language and details to enhance the reader’s understanding of the subject.