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Writing an Acrostic Poem Writing an Acrostic Poem Rubric Code: H897B5 By dsienicki Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

Acrostic Poem
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Structure and Format	1 The poem does not have a clear topic. More than 2 lines do not start with a letter in the topic word. More than 2 lines do not describe or relate to the topic of the poem.	2 The poem has a topic, but 1-2 line(s) of the poem does/do not start with a letter in the topic word. 1-2 lines of the poem does/do not describe or relate to the topic of the poem.	3 The poem has a clear topic. Each line of the poem begins with a letter in the topic word. Each line describes or relates to the topic of the poem.
Creativity	1 The poem does not contain any interesting word choice, vivid language, or poetic elements or techniques.	2 The poem contains a couple of interesting word choices, uses some vivid language, and makes use of only one poetic element or technique.	3 The poem contains more than two interesting word choices, uses vivid/descriptive language throughout the entire poem, and makes use of more than 1 poetic element or technique.
Mechanics	1 The poem contains 3 or more spelling, grammatical, or punctuation errors.	2 The poem contains 1-2 spelling, grammatical, or punctuation errors.	3 The poem does not contain any spelling, grammatical, or punctuation errors.
Class Time	1 Frequently off task.	2 Needed redirection. Needs to work independently and maintain focus.	3 Excellent use of class time. Worked very well independently.