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Downsiders by Neal Shustermam Visual Representation 
Independent Reading Non-fiction-Visual Presentation
Students will create a visual presentation for Downsiders, the assigned summer reading novel for 8th grade. They will use this visual piece as an aid in a small group presentation. The purpose of the presentation and visual piece is show the student's comprehension of the novel.
Rubric Code: N68996
By nbuckley
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Subject: English  
Type: Assignment  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric Independent Reading Visual Presenta
  Attepmted

10 pts

Limited

20 pts

Proficient

30 pts

Distinguished

40 pts

Formatting

Visual represention which includes the following: 1. Typed (prefered) or neatly written in ink. <BR>
2.Includes: title, author, setting, conflict, resolution and theme.<BR>
3. Minimum of two quotes with quotation marks to support the theme.<BR>
4. Two original statements expressing opinion, with reasons, about novel.<BR>
5. Illustrated
6. 8x12 or 12x 18 paper
Attepmted

Correct paper size
Limited

2 to 4 pieces present<BR>
Not neat or pleasing.
Proficient

4-6 required pieces are shown. May be neat and pleasing.
Distinguished

On the correct paper.<BR>
All required pieces are present.<BR>
Neat and pleasing.
Conventions

1. No misspelled words<BR>
2. Quotes correctly marked.<BR>
3. Correct end punctuation
Attepmted

Presentation has numerous grammatical errors that distract from the presentation.
Limited

Presentation has a few grammatical errors that at times distract from the presentation. .
Proficient

Presentation has 1-2 grammatical errors but are not distracting.
Distinguished

Presentation has no misspellings or grammatical errors. .
Illustration and Appearance

1. Effort was placed in illustration.<BR>
2. Illustration is neat.<BR>
3. Illustration relates to book.
Illustrations may be hand drawn, computer generated, or paper cut and paste.
Attepmted

No illustration.
Limited

Illustration was drawn or printed, but it appears that little effort was given to piece.
Proficient

Illustration was drawn or printed with some effort. Illustration has some relationship to the book.
Distinguished

Illustration was drawn or printed with effort. It is very neat, clear and shows that there was time and effort exerted. Illustration relates to and supports/gives information about the book.
Quotations

1. Two quotations, in quotation marks, that support the chosen theme.
Attepmted

Only 1 quotation mark.
Limited

Quotations that may or may not have quotation marks. May or may not have two quotes. May or may not support theme.
Proficient

Two quotations in quotation marks that may support the theme.
Distinguished

Two quotations in quotation marks that support the theme. It is clear that these quotations support the the theme
Organization

Neatly organized, easy to read and follow.
Attepmted

The presentation lacks a clear sense of direction. Ideas, details, or events seem random.
Limited

The organization is strong enough to move the reader through the project without too much confusion.
Proficient

The organization is strong and moves the reader through the project with too little, if any, confusion. A central idea is present and ideas flow.
Distinguished

The organization entices the reader. The order, structure, or presentation of information is compelling.
Personal Response

Two original statements expressing opinion, with reasons, about the novel.<BR>
These responses indicate a through understanding of the book and indicate that the student has read and understood the entire assignment.
Attepmted

One statement or statements that do not indicate an understanding of the piece.
Limited

Two statements that do not indicate an understanding of the piece.
Proficient

Two statements they may show an understanding of the novel.
Distinguished

These responses indicate a though understanding fo the book and indicate that the student has read and understood the entire assignment.



Keywords:
  • Literature-Visual Representation



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