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Poetry Rubric Poetry Rubric This is a rubric for a poetry book consisting of samples of different forms of poetry. Rubric Code: S5X2XC By mattfisco Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: K-5

Poetry Book
	Level One Needs more attention! 1 pts	Level Two Almost there! 2 pts	Level Three Good job! 3 pts	Level Four You are a poet and now you know it! 4 pts
Content What is the poem about?	Level One Topic is unclear or confusing. The main idea is hard to find. The poem does not make sense.	Level Two Topic is unfocused. There may be too few details or the details are too general. The main idea of the poem is confusing.	Level Three The topic is clear with many details that are interesting to the reader.	Level Four The topic is powerful and gives the reader vivid images. The poet expresses a specific theme.
Vocabulary Are these the best words to use?	Level One Words are dull and confusing, making the meaning of the poem unclear.	Level Two Words are ordinary.	Level Three Words are used correctly and a few powerful words are present. Words support the main idea.	Level Four Words are powerful and bring images to the mind of the reader.
Voice Can I "hear" the author?	Level One The writer seems uninterested in the topic.	Level Two The writer is starting to find a voice.	Level Three The writer seems interested in the writing and attempts to give the reader some emotion.	Level Four The writer speaks powerfully, revealing what he/she thinks or feels. The reader feels a strong connection to the poem and the poet.
Sentence Fluency Does the poem sound fantastic when read aloud?	Level One The main idea is hard to find and the poem has no rhythm.	Level Two The writing does not flow, and the main idea is confusing.	Level Three The writer uses a consistent rhythm.	Level Four The poem has a great flow and rhythm. This poem could be a chart topping song if put to music.