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6 + 1 TRAITS BASIC WRITING RUBRIC 
6 + 1 TRAITS BASIC WRITING RUBRIC
This rubric can be used at the K-8 grade levels to make explicit the expectations of writing in all genres and subjects.
Rubric Code: N24259
By pcrnkovich
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: K-5, 6-8

Powered by iRubric 6 + 1 TRAITS RUBRIC
  WEAKNESS

a bare beginning; writer not yet showing control:
C- TO C+

3 pts

MEETS EXPECTATIONS

strengths and need for revision are about equal:
B- TO B+

4 pts

STRENGTH

shows control and skill in this trait:
A- TO A+

5 pts

POINTS EARNED

This column reflects the total points earned for the category.

(N/A)

IDEAS AND CONTENT

Refers to what the reader has to say, the message.
THINK: focus/theme, clarity, original, engaging, and detailed.
WEAKNESS

Focused Content/
Detailed Ideas_____
MEETS EXPECTATIONS

Focused Content/
Detailed Ideas_____
STRENGTH

Focused Content/
Detailed Ideas_____
POINTS EARNED
ORGANIZATION

Refers to the internal structure of the paper. THINK: beginning/middle/end, introduce, transition, group/sequence, and conclude.
WEAKNESS

Organized: Strong Introduction/Conclusion/
Transitions, and Correct Paragraphing_____
MEETS EXPECTATIONS

Organized:Strong Introduction/Conclusion/ Transitions, and Correct Paragraphing_____
STRENGTH

Organized: Strong
Introduction/Conclusion/ Transitions, and Correct Paragraphing_____
POINTS EARNED
VOICE

Refers to evidence of the author's personality. THINK: appropriate uses of enthusiasm, charm, sincerity, feelings, and emotions.
WEAKNESS

Personality/
Appropriateness_____
MEETS EXPECTATIONS

Personality/ Appropriateness_____
STRENGTH

Personality/ Appropriateness______
POINTS EARNED
SENTENCE FLUENCY

Refers to the rhythm and flow of the language to enhance readability.
THINK: sentence sense- complete sentences, and varying lengths and structures of sentences.
WEAKNESS

Complete/Varying Sentences_____
MEETS EXPECTATIONS

Complete/Varying Sentences_____
STRENGTH

Complete/Varying Sentences_____
POINTS EARNED
Word Choice

Refers to the writer's ability to create a mental picture for the reader through precise language. THINK: new words, vivid verbs, specific nouns, accurate/energetic/
varied modifiers, and style.
WEAKNESS

Exciting Vocabulary/
Stylistic Devices_____
MEETS EXPECTATIONS

Exciting Vocabulary/
Stylistic Devices_____
STRENGTH

Exciting Vocabulary/
Stylistic Devices_____
POINTS EARNED
CONVENTIONS

Refers to the mechanical correctness of the writing.
THINK: using punctuation, capitalization, spelling, grammar, paragraphing, verb tense, and subject/verb agreement to enhance readability.
WEAKNESS

Capitalization/
Punctuation/Spelling/
Verb Tense/Subject-
Verb Agreement_____
MEETS EXPECTATIONS

Capitalization/
Punctuation/Spelling/
Verb Tense/Subject-
Verb Agreement_____
STRENGTH

Capitalization/
Punctuation/Spelling/
Verb Tense/Subject-
Verb Agreement_____
POINTS EARNED
PRESENTATION

PRESENTATION refers to the visual appeal of the paper and adherence to formatting requirements. THINK: MLA format, neatness, and attention to detail.
WEAKNESS

Neat Presentation/ Illustrations/Penman-
ship/and Correct Formatting_____
MEETS EXPECTATIONS

Neat Presentation/
Illustrations/Penman-
ship, and Correct
Formatting_____
STRENGTH

Neat Presentation/
Illustrations/Penman-
ship, and Correct
Formatting_____
POINTS EARNED



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  • ideas, organization, conventions, voice, sentence fluency, word choice, and presentation

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