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Descriptive Paragraph Rubric Code: Z45XX6 By jwimmer Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

Descriptive Paragraph describes item made in the "how-to" composition
	Paragraph contains none of the required elements 0 pts	Paragraph contains some, but not enough, of the required elements 3 pts	Paragraph contains a sufficient number of the required elements 5 pts
Arrangement of Paragraph Details are arranged in spatial order.	0	3	5
Location words Paragraph includes location words throughout.	0	3	5
Sensory Details Paragraph includes sensory details for each of the five senses.	0	3	5
Figurative Language Paragraph includes at least one example of either a simile or a metaphor.	0	3	5
Item Description Paragraph includes a clear description of the item (from the how-to composition).	0	3	5
Overall Writing Skills Paragraph includes good opening and closing sentences, and is relatively free of errors in grammar, usage, spelling, and mechanics; typed according to correct Calvert style.	0	3	5