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How-to Essay 
How-to Essay
A How-to Essay is a written, step-by-step explanation of a process. Choose a process that you enjoy and write a how-to essay that will help readers perform the process, even if it's something they've never done before.
Rubric Code: NA543C
By abrewer17
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric How-to Essay
A How-to Essay is a written, step-by-step explanation of a process. Choose a process that you enjoy and write a how-to essay that will help readers perform the process, even if it's something they've never done before.
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4

4 pts

3

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3 pts

2

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2 pts

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1 pts

Organization

Contains 3 How-To's (a recipe, cartoon, game)
4

Each piece of writing clearly explains the steps involved in doing or making something; the conclusion including pictures to go with each step and also includes materials and set up.
3

Each piece of writing has clear steps in doing something or creating something. The reader can easily follow the steps.
2

The pieces of writing aren't clear. Steps do not flow or are missing important parts.
1

The booklet is incomplete and writing pieces are unclear and missing many elements.
Elements of How-to Writing

4

The overall purpose is clear; the steps are presented in the order in which they are performed; transitional words and phrases that show order are used effectively; the writing is tailored to the audience. Word choice is consistently precise.
3

The purpose is generally clear; most steps are presented in the order in which they are performed; transitional words and phrases that show order are used; the writing is generally focused on the audience. Most word choices are precise.
2

The purpose is unclear; steps may be presented out of order; the writing lacks transitional words and phrases that show order; the writing does not address teh intended audience. Most word choices are imprecise, redundant, or confusing.
1

No purpose is apparent. The writing does not address the intended audience. Word choices are imprecise, redundant, or confusing.
Conventions

Grammar, Usage, Mechanics, and Spelling
4

There are few or no errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling.
3

There are some errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling.
2

Errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling interfere with the audience's understanding of the process.
1

Serious and numerous errors in mechanics, usage, grammar, or spelling block the audience's understanding of the process.
Using Trasitions

4

The writer consistently uses transitions, including time transitions that clarify the order of events.
3

The writer generally uses transitions effectively, but the order of events is slightly confusing.
2

The essay is not logically organized, and some vital information has been left out.
1

The essay shows no signs of organization and lacks vital information.




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