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This rubric is for reflection, reading response, or journal topics. (Revised 3/27/11)

Edits for correct sentence structure, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, spelling and verb usage.

Write a short analysis of this character using one of the elements outlined above. In one paragraph, explain the character’s relationship, motivation, influence, or conflict. Use evidence to support the explanation. In an additional paragraph, extend this element of the character and connect it to the plot. You may explain something that has happened with the character using your above analysis. You may predict something that will happen to the character using your above analysis.

Students will complete an Essay Map about the book they read. Students will give textual evidence from the book to support their responses.

Book Talk Rubric -Independent Reading Favorite Book Students will write and orally present a book talk on one of their favorite independent reading books. Students will persuade other students, by clearly and concisely piquing the interest of peers in a solid hook and focused and interesting summary that closes with a definite opinion with support for reading and enjoying the book. Colorful language and confident speaking will enhance your persuasion.

The learner will apply story retelling strategies by completing a storyboard and a written description of the events in the beginning, middle, and end.

Students will be able to analyze and explain interpretation of themes in a novel. Students will explain how the author uses plot, setting, conflict, characters, and character motivation to develop a major theme (throughout novel) and minor themes.

Create a word cloud using Wordle to describe important characters, settings, and events from your novel. Write an expository paragraph explaining why you chose the words you put into your Wordle.

Students will create a crossword puzzle for 10 important vocabulary words from their novel using the link on the choiceboard. The puzzle must be the student's original work and should include key vocabulary words and their definitions.

Create an illustrated timeline of the story including key events from the story. This tmeline should have a short summary of each event as well as an illustration/picture. You may use an online timeline generator such as the one located at readwritethink.org.

Choose a main character from the novel and infer which astrological sign's traits best describe them. Support your inference with evidence from the story that describes the traits of the sign you chose.

Students will identify and describe the high and low points of the plot of the novel they read.

Students will create a video review of a historical/narrative fiction book. One student will be identified as the author of the book.

Guidelines for scoring a stand alone expository paragraph.