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HotTtEE Paragraph rubric 
Rubric for Narrative Paragraph Writing
Following the HOT TTEE TOH format for writing, a formal paragraph
Rubric Code: BX648X2
By lretcho
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric Paragraph Writing - Narrative
  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Fair

2 pts

Needs attention

1 pts

Hook

Excellent

Grabbed readers attention in an interesting way that is well connected to the topic and makes the reader want to keep reading.
Good

Created interest in the reading and was connected to the topic.
Fair

Hook was attempted, but was not connected to the topic or caused confusion.
Needs attention

Hook was missing.
Topic Sentence

Excellent

The topic sentence is a clear statement of the paragraph's content, which clearly answers the question or prompt.
Good

The topic sentence gives some idea of the content of the paragraph and partially answers the question or prompt.
Fair

The topic sentence gives little evidence of a relevant topic connecting to the other sentences. It does not answer the question or prompt.
Needs attention

There is no topic sentence presented in the paragraph.
Examples

Excellent

Topic is supported by more than 1 specific examples/ details that are text-based.
Good

Topic is supported by 1 specific text-based example/ detail.
Fair

Topic is supported by general statements, but examples are not text-based.
Needs attention

There is a slight attempt at support. There are no specific examples or text based evidence present.
Explanation/connection

Excellent

Examples are clearly explained and well connected to the topic. The explanation adds to the understanding of the writing.
Good

Examples are explained and connected in a basic or literal way to the topic.
Fair

Examples are minimally explained or not connected to the topic.
Needs attention

Explanations of examples are missing or unclear. The connection to the topic is confusing or non existent.
Ending/Concluding Statement

Excellent

The ending/concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a clear statement that is interesting, connected to the topic clearly, and makes it clear the paragraph is complete.
Good

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a somewhat clear statement that repeats some key words from the topic sentence.
Fair

The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is not a clear statement and is not connected to the topic.
Needs attention

There is no concluding statement at the end of the paragraph.
Format/Neatness

Excellent

Typed. Follows accepted standard formatting guidelines and is the requested length.
- 12 sized font
- Double-spaced
- indented
Good

Typed or neatly written. Paragraph is the requested length and indented.
Fair

Legible writing (not typed) and/or paragraph is under the requested length. May or may not be indented.
Needs attention

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

Excellent

Writing demonstrates 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 or misuse of conventions significantly detracts from the readability of the paragraph.



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