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Tales of the Bizarre A short nonfiction narrative about an inexplicable event experienced personally by the writer or reported from third person sources about some event in local history. Rubric Code: L2763A By salmonhead Draft Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

Tales of the Bizarre A narrative about strange but true events from real life.
	Excellent 4 pts	Good 3 pts	Fair 2 pts	Not There Yet 1 pts
Stimulating Ideas pts	Excellent * Details help build suspense and a sense of mystery. *The narrative is focused on a specific experience or event.	Good *	Fair	Not There Yet
Logical Organization pts	Excellent Jumps the reader into the thick of the action or scene. Clear lead, development and ending.	Good	Fair	Not There Yet
Correct, Accurate Copy pts	Excellent * Follows conventions of English including effective use of punctuation, grammar rules, paragraphing and spelling.	Good	Fair	Not There Yet
Word Choice pts	Excellent * Strong, colorful words are chosen and used to enhance the effect of the narrative.	Good	Fair	Not There Yet
Appearance and Length 1 pts	Excellent * Narrative is neatly typed and includes a picture in color. * Narrative is 500-700 words in length.	Good	Fair	Not There Yet