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Rubric for Descriptive Paragraph Writing (grades 6-8) edited 
Rubric for Descriptive Paragraph Writing (grades 6-8)
Rubric Code: RXXW224
By rrdwilson
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric Paragraph Writing - Descriptive
  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Fair

2 pts

Needs attention

1 pts

Topic Sentence

Excellent

The topic sentence is the first sentence in the paragraph. It is a clear statement of the paragraph content.
Good

The topic sentence gives some clarity of the overall connectivity of the sentences present.
Fair

The topic sentence gives little evidence of a relevant topic connecting to the other sentences.
Needs attention

There is no topic sentence presented in the paragraph.
Proof of Description

Excellent

Descriptive words are used to describe the topic and reach the five senses. At least two different forms of figurative language are used to enhance the meaning.
Good

Some descriptive words are used to describe the topic and reach the five senses. At least one form of figurative language is used.
Fair

An attempt at descriptive words is used to describe the the five senses. However, the "sense" language is not developed; figurative language is not used or is not effective.
Needs attention

Few descriptive words are used. There is no attempt to use figurative language.
Organization

Excellent

Paragraph has good organization. The sentences and transitions are well structured. The paragraph is easy to read.
Good

Paragraph contains mostly well ordered sentences. with smooth transitions.
Fair

Paragraph is somewhat confusing to read and has limited use of transitions. The events jump around too much.
Needs attention

Paragraph is hard to read, the events are not organized, and make little sense.
Concluding Statement

Excellent

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a clear statement that repeats key words from the topic sentence.
Good

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a somewhat clear statement that repeats some key words from the topic sentence.
Fair

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is not a clear statement and does not repeat key words from the topic sentence.
Needs attention

There is no concluding statement at the end of the paragraph.
Mechanics

Excellent

Paragraph is essentially error free. If spelling, grammatical, or punctuation mistakes are present, they are minimal and do not impede meaning. Paragraph is indented and includes an appropriate title.
Good

Paragraph contains some spelling, punctuation and grammatical mistakes. Paragraph may contain a title and is indented.
Fair

Paragraph contains many errors in spelling, grammar and punctuation. Errors impede meaning. Paragraph does not contain a title. No indentation present.
Needs attention

Paragraph is difficult to read. There is no evidence of editing.




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