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Rubric for Descriptive Paragraph 
Rubric for Descriptive Paragraph
A descriptive paragraph paints a picture with words. A descriptive paragraph is well organized and structured, using strong sensory language and descriptive details.
Rubric Code: A2XC4W4
By mmessner
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12

Powered by iRubric Descriptive 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 clearly introduces the subject and sets the scene.
Good

The topic sentence gives some clarity of the subject and scene.
Fair

The topic sentence gives little evidence of a relevant topic and scene.
Needs attention

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

Excellent

Topic is supported by 4+ supporting ideas and descriptive details that give more information.
Good

Topic is supported by three supporting ideas and descriptive details that give more information.
Fair

Topic is supported by general statements and vague, unrelated details.
Needs attention

There is a slight attempt at support.
Description

Excellent

Sensory details are used to describe the subject, adjectives and adverbs are strong. Student mentions 4 or more senses in describing their content.
Good

Some descriptive words are used to describe the topic, some sensory details are used. Students mentions 3 senses in describing their content.
Fair

An attempt of descriptive words are used to describe the topic. Student mentions only 1 or 2 senses in describing their content.
Needs attention

No descriptive words are used to describe the topic. Student does not use any senses such as sight, smell, sound, touch or taste in describing their content.
Concluding Statement

Excellent

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a clear statement that summarizes the paragraph and clearly states the significance of the subject.
Good

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a somewhat clear summary statement with a vague explanation of significance.
Fair

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is not a clear statement and does not repeat key words from the topic sentence.
Needs attention

There is no concluding statement at the end of the paragraph.
Revision

Excellent

Student thoughtfully and thoroughly worked on areas for revision, and made changes that strengthened the overall product.
Good

Student makes many changes that strengthen the overall product.
Fair

Student makes a few changes that somewhat strengthen the overall product.
Needs attention

Student has difficulty hardly or does not revise and strengthen the overall product.
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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