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Rubric for Descriptive Paragraph Writing 
Rubric for Descriptive Paragraph Writing
A descriptive story paints a picture with words. A paragraph begins with a topic sentence, body sentence which contains supporting details, and a conclusion.
Rubric Code: W62764
By icomba
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 9-12

Powered by iRubric Paragraph Writing - Descriptive
  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 relating to the day or event being described.
Good

Topic is supported by a few specific details relating to the day or event being described most of the time.
Fair

Topic is supported by general statements relating to the day or event being described some of the time.
Needs attention

There is a slight attempt at support the story. It is off the main topic
Proof of Description

Excellent

Descriptive words are used to describe the topic and reach the five senses.
Good

Some descriptive words are used to describe the topic.
Fair

An attempt of descriptive words are used to describe the topic.
Needs attention

No descriptive words are used to describe the topic.
Organization

Excellent

Paragraph has good organization. Transition words or phrases are used.
Good

Paragraph is organized, events somewhat jump around. Transition words/phrases are used.
Fair

Paragraph has some organization, events jump around, start and end are unclear. Transition words/phrases are not always evident.
Needs attention

Paragraph is not organized, events make no sense.
Format/Neatness

Excellent

Story is typed. Follows accepted standard formatting guidelines and is the requested length.
- 12 sized font
- Times New Roman
Good

Story is typed. Paragraph is the requested length.
Fair

Story is typed. Paragraph is under the requested length.
Needs attention

Illegible writing piece. Does not follow acceptable formatting guidelines. Paragraph is under the requested length.
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.



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