There are many spelling, usage, or grammar errors. No literary devices.
10 pts
There are a few proofreading errors. The story uses one literary device.
12 pts
There are one or two obvious, glaring errors. A few literary devices enhance the story.
16 pts
There are no errors or misspellings throughout the entire book. Expert use of literary devices.
20 pts
Title and illustration are poorly done and do not relate to the story.
Title and illustration relate to the story.
Title and illustrations are appealing and clearly relate to the story.
Title and illustrations entice the audience to read the book.
Illustrations are sloppy, vague, and do not relate well to the story.
Illustrations show modest effort and relate somewhat to the story.
Illustrations are aesthetically pleasing, clear, and relate well to the story.
Illustrations are vibrant, detailed, and enhance the meaning of the story.
Missing several or most of the elements of a proper story. No moral present in the story.
Story has a plot, but no recognizable theme or moral.
Contains an easily recognizable plot and moral that most readers can relate to and enjoy.
Story has a plot and moral that all people, kids and adults, can relate to and learn from.
Story has too many characters or no recognizable central character that the audience can relate to.
Story has a few central characters who share some experiences with the audience.
Most readers can relate to the characters. The names are appropriate, but not memorable.
A few central characters whom all readers can relate to and learn from. Characters have interesting names.