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8 浏览Title: A Selection of 19 English Essays by Primary School Students on the Dragon Boat Festival
Introduction:
The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival, is a traditional Chinese festival celebrated annually to commemorate the poet Qu Yuan. It is marked by dragon boat races, eating zongzi (sticky rice dumplings), and hanging calamus and mugwort. Here are 19 selected essays written by primary school students about the Dragon Boat Festival, along with their English translations.
Essay 1:
Title: My Favorite Festival - the Dragon Boat Festival
Translation: 我最喜欢的节日——端午节
In my opinion, the Dragon Boat Festival is the most exciting festival of the year. I love the dragon boat races because they are full of energy and fun. My family always goes to the river to watch the races. The dragon boats are long and colorful, with dragon heads and tails. The rowers are strong and they row very fast. I also enjoy eating zongzi, which is a special food for this festival. It is made of sticky rice and different kinds of fillings. It's delicious and I can't wait to eat it every year.
Essay 2:
Title: The Story of Qu Yuan
Translation: 屈原的故事
The Dragon Boat Festival is not only a festival of fun, but also a day to remember the great poet Qu Yuan. He was a loyal minister who was betrayed by his king. In despair, he drowned himself in the river. The people were so sad that they raced in boats to save him. From then on, the Dragon Boat Festival has become a day to honor his memory.
Essay 3:
Title: Dragon Boat Races in My Hometown
Translation: 我家乡的龙舟赛
In my hometown, the Dragon Boat Festival is always a big event. People from all over the town gather by the river to watch the races. The atmosphere is very festive. There are many colorful banners and people are dressed in traditional clothes. The dragon boats are beautifully decorated, and the rowers are determined to win. It's a great day for everyone to come together and enjoy the spirit of the festival.
Essay 4:
Title: Making Zongzi
Translation: 做粽子
Making zongzi is a fun activity during the Dragon Boat Festival. My mom always teaches me how to make them. We need to prepare sticky rice, bamboo leaves, and different kinds of fillings like red bean paste, meat, or egg. It's a bit tricky to wrap them, but it's very rewarding when you see the beautifully wrapped zongzi. Eating them is even more delicious.
Essay 5:
Title: The Significance of Calamus and Mugwort
Translation: 艾草和菖蒲的意义
During the Dragon Boat Festival, people hang calamus and mugwort in their homes. These plants are believed to keep evil spirits away. My grandma always tells me that it's an old tradition to protect us from diseases. I think it's a nice way to connect with our culture and history.
Essay 6:
Title: The Dragon Boat Festival in My School
Translation: 我学校的端午节
At school, we also celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival. We learn about the history and customs of the festival. We even have a dragon boat race on the playground. It's not as big as the real races, but it's still fun. We all cheer for our teams and enjoy the spirit of the festival.
Essay 7:
Title: The Dragon Boat Festival and My Family
Translation: 端午节和我家
The Dragon Boat Festival is a special time for my family. We always have a big meal together and eat zongzi. My dad tells us stories about the festival and my mom prepares all the delicious food. It's a time to be together and cherish our family bonds.
Essay 8:
Title: The Dragon Boat Festival and the Environment
Translation: 端午节和环境
The Dragon Boat Festival is also a time to think about the environment. The zongzi leaves are biodegradable, so they don't harm the environment. It's important to remember that even traditional festivals can be eco-friendly.
Essay 9:
Title: The Dragon Boat Festival and Health
Translation: 端午节和健康
Eating zongzi is not only delicious but also good for your health. The sticky rice and fillings are rich in nutrients. It's a great way to enjoy a traditional food while taking care of our bodies.
Essay 10:
Title: The Dragon Boat Festival and Friendship
Translation: 端午节和友谊
The Dragon Boat Festival is a time to make new friends and strengthen old ones. The races and activities bring people together and create a sense of community. I love the spirit of friendship that the festival brings.
Essay 11:
Title: The Dragon Boat Festival and Education
Translation: 端午节和教育
The Dragon Boat Festival is a great opportunity to learn about Chinese history and culture. It's important
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