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Narrative Paragraph Writing 
Narrative Paragraph Writing
A narrative paragraph tells a story. A narrative paragraph uses time order therefore, time order transitions must be used.
Rubric Code: X9375W
By lmackimmievance
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric Paragraph Writing - Narrative
  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Developing

2 pts

Needs attention

1 pts

Topic Sentence

Excellent

The topic sentence is the first or last sentence in the paragraph, and contains a clear statement of the writer's purpose and significance of the events. Clear and concise.
Good

The topic sentence is the first or last sentence, and gives some clarity of the overall purpose and significance.
Developing

The topic sentence is not the first or last sentence, little evidence of a relevant purpose or significance.
Needs attention

There is no topic sentence presented in the paragraph.
Support/Details

Excellent

Topic is supported by specific and relevant details. A strong hook grabs the reader's attention. The writer clearly describes the who, when, where, why and how.
Good

Topic is supported by a few specific and relevant details. An adequate hook begins the story. The writer describes some but not all the who, when, where, why and how.
Developing

Topic is supported by general statements. The writer begins with a question. The writer generally or briefly describes some of the who, when, where, why and how.
Needs attention

There is a slight attempt at support. There is ho hook. The writer does not the who, when, where, why and how.
Time Order (chronology)

Excellent

Paragraph has good organization. Events are time ordered, sharp sense of beginning and end. Correct time order transition words or phrases are used. Writer uses verb tense to effectively.
Good

Paragraph is organized, events somewhat jump around. Some time order transition words/phrases are used. Writer uses verb tense adequately.
Developing

Paragraph has some organization, events jump around, start and end are unclear. Time order transition words/phrases are not always evident. Writer uses some verb tense.
Needs attention

Paragraph is not organized, events make no sense. No use of time order transition words/phrases. Verb tense is incorrect.
Conventions

Excellent

Writing deomstrates 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.
Developing

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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