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5th grade Science/Social Studies Research Paper Rubric 
5th grade Science Research project Rubric
Students will use this rubric as they write a 500 word research paper on either the science or social studies topic provided. The paper must correctly site at least 3 sources, have a title page, an introduction, 3-5 paragraphs of subtopics, a conclusion, and works cited page.
Rubric Code: RXA672W
By mmdetrick
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Subject: (General)  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: K-5

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  Excellent

4.5 pts

Good

(N/A)

Fair

(N/A)

Poor

(N/A)

Informational Content

Excellent

All content is relevant or is necessary in order to understand your project topic. All parts of information is included.
Good

Some content is not relevant or is not necessary in order to understand your project topic. Some parts of important information is missing.
Fair

Large amounts of content is not relevant or is not necessary in order to understand your project topic. Large parts of important information is missing.
Poor

Content is not relevant or is not necessary in order to understand your project topic. Important information is missing.
Organization

Excellent

Inviting introduction and conclusion that are connected. Creative pacing and topics are related and grouped together in an organized way.
Good

Simple introduction and conclusion Facts are linked in a logical manner.
Fair

Ineffective introduction and conclusion, OR, 1 is missing. Facts are strung together in an unorganized manner.
Poor

No introduction or conclusion is included. Hard to follow.
Document Length Requirements

Excellent

500-400
Good

300-399
Fair

200-299
Poor

under 200
Sentence Fluency and Word Choice

Excellent

Rhythm and flow feel natural. Varied sentence length and structure invites expressive reading. Excellent word choice.
Good

Attempts compound and complex sentences. Parts invite oral reading. Sentences have different beginnings. There are some words that help to enhance meaning.
Fair

Some simple sentences. Occasional connecting word use. Oral reading is difficult. Words convey general meaning.
Poor

Choppy, incomplete or rambling sentences. Oral reading not possible. Repetitive. Word choice is limited or used incorrectly.
Mechanics (Spelling and Grammar)

Excellent

Less than 2 spelling errors. Accurate punctuation and no grammar errors.
Good

3-5 spelling errors. 1-2 punctuation, grammar, or capitalization errors.
Fair

6 or more spelling errors. 3-5 errors on punctuation and capitalization. 3-5 grammar errors.
Poor

7 or more spelling errors. More than 6 punctuation, capitalization and grammar errors.
Works Cited

Excellent

3 or more sources cited correctly using example format.
Good

2 sources. Not cites correctly.
Fair

1 source. Not cited correctly
Poor

No sources/ all sources not cited correctly.





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