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Rubric for Narrative Paragraph Writing
Rubric for Narrative Paragraph Writing
A narrative paragraph tells a story. A narrative paragraph uses time order therefore, time order transitions must be used. A narrative paragraph uses vivid words.
Rubric Code:
XX6768C
By
karendini
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Subject:
English
Type:
Writing
Grade Levels:
K-5
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Paragraph Writing - Narrative
Excellent
4 pts
Good
3 pts
Fair
2 pts
Needs attention
1 pts
Topic Sentence
Excellent
The topic sentence is the first sentence in the paragraph. It is a clear statement of the paragraph content.
Good
The topic sentence gives some clarity of the overall connectivity of the sentences present.
Fair
The topic sentence gives little evidence of a relevant topic connecting to the other sentences.
Needs attention
There is no topic sentence presented in the paragraph.
Support/Details
Excellent
Topic is supported by many specific details.
Good
Topic is supported by a few specific details.
Fair
Topic is supported by general statements.
Needs attention
There is a slight attempt at support.
Time Order
Excellent
Paragraph has good organization, events are time ordered, sharp sense of beginning and end. Correct time order transition words or phrases are used.
Good
Paragraph is organized, events somewhat jump around. Some time order transition words/phrases are used.
Fair
Paragraph has some organization, events jump around, start and end are unclear. Time order transition words/phrases are not always evident
Needs attention
Paragraph is not organized, events make no sense. No use of time order transition words/phrases.
Concluding Statement
Excellent
The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a clear statement that repeats key words from the topic sentence.
Good
The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a somewhat clear statement that repeats some key words from the topic sentence.
Fair
The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is not a clear statement and does not repeat key words from the topic sentence.
Needs attention
There is no concluding statement at the end of the paragraph.
Conventions
Excellent
Writing evidences understanding of proper grammar and use of punctuation throughout. Minimal spelling errors.
Good
Writing contains one or two consistent grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Most words are spelled correctly.
Fair
Many sentences are characterized by grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Numerous simple spelling errors.
Needs attention
Writing does not use proper grammar or punctuation. The number of spelling errors significantly detracts from the readability of the paragraph.
Word Choice
Excellent
The writer's use of vivid verbs and adjectives animate the story. The writer has put in a lot of effort to use the right words or phrases to catch the reader's attention through description.
Good
The writer's good use of vivid verbs and adjectives helps the story. The writer has put in some effort to use the right words or phrases to catch the reader's attention.
Fair
The writer uses a few vivid verbs and adjectives. The writer did not put much effort in to find the best word or phrase. Some use of a thesaurus and dictionary.
Needs attention
The writer uses none, one, or two vivid verbs and adjectives. The writer put in no effort to find the best word or phrase but instead wrote down the first thing that came into mind.
Keywords:
paragraph, general, first writing
Subjects:
English
Education
Types:
Writing
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