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Creative Writing Rubric 
A rubric to use for grading creative writing assignments.
Rubric Code: VX4247W
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Powered by iRubric Creative Writing Assignment
  You've got it

4 pts

You 're almost there

3 pts

You're getting there

2 pts

You still need help

1 pts

Creativity

You've got it

Writing is extremely creative. Ideas and style is refreshing and imaginative.
You 're almost there

Writing is somewhat creative. Some new and imaginative ideas.
You're getting there

Writing contains a few creative ideas but style is mostly uninspired.
You still need help

Writing contains many cliche ideas and an uninspired style.
Spelling and Grammar

You've got it

Proper use of spelling and grammar is employed consistently throughout the writing assignment.
You 're almost there

There are a few spelling and grammar errors, however it does not take away from the overall quality of the writing assignment.
You're getting there

Poor spelling and grammar muddle the overall effectiveness of this piece.
You still need help

There are so many spelling and grammar errors that it is difficult to comprehend the meaning.
Word Choice

You've got it

Strong, vivid words and descriptions throughout. Words are above average, and used appropriately throughout the work.
You 're almost there

Strong words and descriptions throughout. Many words are above average and used appropriately throughout the work.
You're getting there

Some strong words and descriptions. Some above average word choices however, many words are used inappropriately.
You still need help

Poor word choice and descriptions throughout. Elementary word choices and many words misused.
Fluidity

You've got it

There is a strong rhythm and flow of language. Sentence structure is varied through out piece.
You 're almost there

There is a rhythm and flow of language. Sentence stucture is often varied.
You're getting there

An obvious attempt to create a rhythym and flow. Sentence stucture not varied.
You still need help

No attempt to create a rhythym. Sentence structure not varied.
Organization and Development

You've got it

Excellent idea creativity. Organization and use of supporting details evident in the work.
You 're almost there

Good idea creativity. Organization and use of supporting details evident in the work.
You're getting there

Some idea creativity. Attempted organization and use of some supporting details evident in the work.
You still need help

No creativity, poor organization and no attempt to supply supporting details.



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