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6 Traits Rubric 
Writing Rubric, Multiple Genre
Kid-friendly I can statements for 6 Trait Standards
Rubric Code: X28XCX
By kmeiss
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Public Rubric
Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: (none)

Powered by iRubric 6-Trait Writing Rubric
  Just Beginning

3 pts

On the Way

6 pts

Halfway Home

9 pts

Almost There

12 pts

Ready to Share

15 pts

Ideas:

Just Beginning

My paper doesn't focus on one topic or subject. (My ideas do not relate to each other.)
Ideas are unclear and not well developed
On the Way

Ideas are not fully explained or developed
Halfway Home

I can write about one topic or subject but my ideas are not specific enough to support this topic or subject.
Almost There

Ideas show depth and are supported by evidence
Ready to Share

I can write a paper which holds the readers' attention. I can write ideas which focus on one topic or subject and I can give several examples to support these ideas.
Organization:

Just Beginning

My paper lacks a clear sense of direction. My ideas, details, or events are strung together in a loose or random fashion.
On the Way

Poor paragraph structure
Halfway Home

I can organize a paper which can be easily read. (Organization doesn't confuse my audience.)
Almost There
Ready to Share

I can organize a paper so that it highlights my ideas and subjects. (The organization in my paper makes it interesting.)
Voice:

Just Beginning

My writing doesn't reflect a personal connection. (I do not relate to topic) My writing doesn't involve the reader/audience.
No similes, metaphors or personification
On the Way
Halfway Home

I can write a paper that makes a sincere attempt to engage the reader/audience. (The result is pleasant) But my effort is not interesting/ compelling.
Almost There

Most similes, metaphors, and personifications are original and appropriate
Ready to Share

I can write a paper that speaks directly to the reader/audience. (I can write a paper that is interesting, compelling, and engaging.)
Words create memorable pictures and descriptions or arguments for understanding
Word Choice:

Just Beginning

I did not use interesting words (a varied vocabulary) in my paper. I need to choose more "Interesting Words."
Limited vocabulary
Language is confusing and/or vague
On the Way

Vocabulary is developing - some use of grade level vocabulary
Descriptions are not specific enough to paint vivid pictures for the reader
Halfway Home

I can choose functional words to use but my paper still lacks "Interesting Words" or energy.
Almost There

Words create pictures and descriptions show the reader what is happening rather than just telling
Ready to Share

I can use "Interesting Words" which convey the intended message in a precise, and natural way. (Reader picks up my energy and is interested)

Word choices are original and appropriate
Sentence Fluency:

Just Beginning

My simple sentences are choppy and the reader/audience can not follow my ideas with fluency. My sentence structure has repetitive patterns
Poor sentence structure with repetitive patterns
Run-on sentences
On the Way

Uses simple sentences
Repetitive sentences with an occasional variance...often too flowery or trite
Some sentences should be corrected or divided for flow and impact
Halfway Home

My sentences are longer but all the same length, reader/audience still can not read my piece with fluency. (My writing needs more rhythm.)
Sentence patterns are varied but sometimes seem forced or inappropriate
Almost There

All sentences contain complete thoughts
No run-on sentences
Uses complex sentences
Ready to Share

I can write a paper with a good rhythm. Sentences are well built, strong; with varied lenghts.
No run on sentences
Interesting and varied sentence structures
Sentences are all complete, varied, and reflect writer understanding
Conventions:

Just Beginning

My errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, grammar & usage; make my paper difficult to read.
Grammatical and spelling errors get in the way of understanding
On the Way
Halfway Home

I can write using conventions which enhance readability; but at other times, errors are distracting and impair readability.
Grammatical and spelling errors exist but do not significantly impact reader understanding
Almost There

Grammatical and spelling errors are minimal (2 or fewer) and do not impact reader understanding
Ready to Share

I can write a paper which reflects a good grasp of standard writing conventions. (My use of correct conventions enhances readability.)
No more than one grammatical or spelling error in the piece



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  • 6+1 Trait writing, Kid-friendly statements, standards

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