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Grade 3-4 Social Studies Research Project 
Grade 3-4 Social Studies Research Project
This rubric was created as a guide for students and parents.
Rubric Code: UX7W3X7
By emma1318
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Subject: Social Sciences  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: K-5

Powered by iRubric Grade 3-4 Social Studies
  Level 1

1 pts

Level 2

2 pts

Level 3

3 pts

Level 4

4 pts

Facts and Sources

Level 1

Student displays very few facts, or mostly incorrect facts.

No sources cited.
Categories missing.
Level 2

Student displays facts, mostly correct.

Student used one source only.
Includes 1 supporting details in each paragraph.
Some categories are missing.
Level 3

Student displays correct facts.
Student used 2 sources: internet, article, book.
Includes 2 supporting details in each category.
All categories present.
Level 4

Student displays a variety of correct facts.
Student uses 2 or more sources: internet, article and books.
Includes 3 supporting details in each category.
All categories present and additional information added.
Research and Understanding

Level 1

Student did inadequate research.
Misuse of class time.
Level 2

Student did some research but most information is not in their own words. Information is considered general knowledge with only some supporting evidence.
Occasional misuse of research class time.
Level 3

Student did a lot of research and it is presented in their own words.
Student shows a clear understanding of topic.
Level 4

Student did significant research and it is entirely in their own words. Student demonstrates a deep understanding of their project.
Student develops opinion based on critical thinking/inferencing, and cites clear, supporting evidence.
Conventions and Organization

Level 1

Project has little or no punctuation or spelling.
Little organization of ideas.
Tangential or unfocused.
Level 2

Project has some correct spelling and punctuation.
Ideas in writing somewhat organized.
Occasionally unfocused ideas.
Level 3

Project uses mostly correct spelling and punctuation. Writing style makes topic and/or opinion understandable.
Clear organization and structure.
Good focus.
Level 4

Student has no errors in spelling or punctuation. Writing style adds to the understanding of the topic and/or material. Excellent organization lends to critical focus. Strong sentence fluency. Strong word choice.
Followed directions

Level 1

Did not follow directions in template.
Lapbook layout is cluttered or unorganized.
Text features are tangential or inappropriate.
Level 2

Followed some directions in template.
Lapbook needs some organizational improvement. Includes title and some headings cut out and pasted.
Level 3

Followed most directions in template.
Lapbook is well organized. Includes title and category headings cut out and pasted.
Level 4

Followed all directions in template. Lapbook is very well organized. Includes title and category headings cut out and pasted.
Adds extra details (such as coloring) for visual interest and appeal.
Information Paragraph/ Report

Level 1

Provides little evidence of critical thinking.
Nonspecific or lack of supporting details.
Does not group on the same topic together.
Does not follow template.
Level 2

Nonspecific or few supporting details (0-1).
Groups 1 -2 sentences on the same topic.
Level 3

Provides some specific and supporting details
(2-3) per paragraph.
Groups 2-3 sentences on same topic.
Level 4

Provides specific and supporting details (3+) in each paragraph.
Groups 3-4 sentences on same topic.

Provides informational writing displaying critical (original) thought.
Strong voice.



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  • Grade 3 Social Studies Chile South America Webquest


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