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Animal Report Opinion Paper Amazing Animal Research Unit Students will state an opinion about their animal and supply a reason for their opinion. Rubric Code: A9B236 By sparker4th Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: K-5

Writing Traits
	4 Meets/Exceeds Expectations (N/A)	3 Approaches Expectations (N/A)	2 Does Not Meet Expectations (N/A)
Ideas	4 * The idea is clear and coherent. * The text is well-developed. * The writer shows an understanding of the topic through elaborate and interesting details.	3 The idea is clear. The text makes sense but some information may be missing or irrevelent. *The writer shows understanding.	2 The idea is simple. The text is a simple sentence with basic details. *The writer shows basic or little understanding.
Sentence Fluency	4 Writes multiple detailed sentences. Sentences start differently and have a pleasing rhythm. *The flow from one sentence to the next is smooth.	3 Writes simple sentences. Some sentences start differently and are of different lengths. *The flow from one sentence to the next can be read easily but can have a few awkward patterns.	2 Writing consists of simple sentences. The piece contains short and repetitive phrases. *Awkward language patterns break the flow of the piece.
Conventions	4 All words are spelled correctly. Applies capitalization rules with consistency. * Uses correct grammar.	3 Most words are used correctly. Applies basic capitalization rules but needs minor editing. *Most grammar is correct.	2 Many misspelled words (8+). Applies basic capitalzation rules but not consistent. *Some grammar is correct.