This document provides guidance on writing a descriptive essay. It begins by defining a descriptive essay as intended to provide a vivid experience for readers using all five senses. It then outlines three important notes for before writing: have a clear purpose, know important details, and use senses beyond just sight. The document continues by offering topics, an outline structure of introduction, body, and conclusion, and tips for chronological descriptions and peer editing. It concludes by providing several examples of potential descriptive essay topics about places, people, experiences, memories, and objects.