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Informational Essay Rubric
K-8 Informational Essay Rubric
This rubric assesses student mastery of writing an introductory paragraph, supporting paragraphs, and a concluding paragraph using correct conventions.
Rubric Code:
T9757W
By
Bmiciotta
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
K-5
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Exceeds Standard
4 pts
Meets Standard
3 pts
Below Standard
2 pts
Far Below Standard
1 pts
Introduction & Concluding Paragraph
Exceeds Standard
Introduction is well developed. It states the main idea and the topic of the essay is clear. Concluding paragraph focuses the reader's attention back on the topic and ties the paragraph together.
Meets Standard
Introduction is starting to develop, it states the main idea but the topics of the essay may be unclear. The concluding paragraph summarizes the topic, but fails to give the reader a sense of finality.
Below Standard
Introduction is not developed, does not state the main idea. Concluding paragraph has no end to the topic.
Far Below Standard
There is no introduction, and there is no ending to the paper. Topic is not identified clearly.
Supporting Paragraphs
Exceeds Standard
Paragraphs begin with a topic sentence, have details and facts that support the main idea, and end with a concluding sentence that ties the paragraph up.
Meets Standard
Some paragraphs have an underdeveloped topic sentences.The details and facts show some evidence of supporting the topic. Concluding sentence may not complete the paragraph.
Below Standard
Paragraphs have no apparent topic, lack supporting evidence, and do not end with concluding sentences.
Far Below Standard
There are random sentences that are seemingly unconnected and do not support the topic.
Conventions
Exceeds Standard
Sentences are capitalized and have correct punctuation. Proper nouns are capitalized, commas are used correctly, and grammar is appropriate for the grade level.
Meets Standard
Most sentences begin with capital letters and end with correct punctuation. Grammar is appropriate for the grade level.
Below Standard
Sentences do not start with capital letters, there is no clear beginning or end to sentences, and very little punctuation is demonstrated properly. Grammar is not appropriate for the grade level.
Far Below Standard
Essay resembles one giant paragraph or sentence with no punctuation, capital letters, or grammatical accuracy.
Subjects:
English
Types:
Writing
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