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iRubric: Tall Tall Rubric (4th Grade)

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Tall Tall Rubric (4th Grade) Narrative Writing (4th Grade) Rubric Code: UXX2BX3 By serenak Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: K-5

Tall Tale - 4th Grade
	4 (N/A)	3 (N/A)	2 (N/A)	1 (N/A)
Focus/Ideas	4 Focused on clear main idea. Uses interesting details to support main idea. Strongly reflects char. of tall tale genre: includes use of hyperbole, similes and idioms	3 Focused on main idea and uses details to support it. Is somewhat engaging. Reflects char. of tall tale genre: includes hyperbole, simile and/or idoms	2 Some of the story is related to topic but more details are needed. Limited understanding of tall tale genre. Few hyperbole, simile and/or idioms are used.	1 No attempt has been made to relate the story to the tall tale genre.
Organization	4 Includes inviting opening. Sequence is logical and effective and strong transitions are used. Has a satisfying ending	3 Includes opening. Sequence is logical. Attempts interesting transitions beyond First, Next, Last... Has a predictable conclusion.	2 Attempts an opening. Sequence is brief with few transitions and/or bland sequence and transitions. Attempts a conclusion	1 Begins abruptly or has no opening. Reflects no attempt at logical sequence and/or transitions. Ends abruptly or has no conclusion.
Voice	4 Writer's interest in the story is evident	3 Writer's interest in the story is sometimes evident	2 Writer's interest in the story is not very evident	1 Writing shows little interest
Word Choice	4 Language makes the story fairly lively. Uses precise verbs and/or nouns. Includes figurative language or striking words and phrases	3 Clear and appropriate word choice. Uses general vocabulary with a mix of precise and general verbs and nouns. Some striking words or phrases.	2 Language is adequate. Uses general verbs, nouns and familiar words and phrases.	1 Vague, dull, or misused words
Sentences	4 Most sentences are clear and complete. Sentences vary in beginning, structure and length. Easy and engaging to read.	3 Some sentences are clear and complete. Some sentences vary in beginning, structure and length.	2 Some sentences are complete. Limited sentences vary in beginning, structure and length.	1 Many incomplete or unclear sentences
Conventions	4 Uses correct capitalization and end punctuation on all sentences. Writes with correct grammar and spelling.	3 A few sentences are missing uppercase letters or correct end punctuation. A few grammar and spelling errors are present.	2 Several sentences are missing uppercase letters or correct end punctuation. Several grammar and spelling errors.	1 Many errors in capitalization and end punctuation. Many errors in grammar and spelling.