iRubric: Book Review Rubric

First sentence listing title and author is attention-getting and provides information in addition to title and author. Very well-developed introduction that the topic and is engaging to readers.

Title and author are both listed. Other information creates interest and is fairly well developed. But it is not very engaging.

Title and author are not mentioned. Introduction contains a statement but it either does not give accurate and complete information about the topic or it lacks detail and creativity.

Title and/or author are not mentioned. Attempt to engage the audience awkward or vague. Prompt is somewhat misunderstood but partially addressed. The central claim is inappropriate, weak, or unclear. No background information.

The plot description is effective, shows understanding of novel, and is clear and easy to follow. After reading the description, the reader feels curious about the plot.

The plot description is effective and easy to follow. A bit more information should have been given. The description lacks interest.

The plot description is vague and does not show a clear understanding of novel. Minimal description.

The plot description is very minimal, or confusing due to disorganization.

The review provides a clear recommendation statement with strong reasons/support.

The review provides a clear recommendation statement but without sufficient rationale.

The review provides a recommendation statement. However, it is general such as, "This is a good book."

The review does not include a recommendation statement.

All paragraphs are clearly organized and suitable. Indent at the beginning of each paragraph to show transition.

All five paragraphs meet sentence requirement (6-8)

All paragraphs are clearly organized and suitable. No indents at the beginning of each paragraph to show transition.

Almost all paragraphs meet sentence requirement (6-8)

Paragraphs lack organization. Indent at the beginning of each paragraph to show transition.

Some paragraphs do no meet sentence requirement (6-8)

Paragraphs lack organization. Indent at the beginning of each paragraph to show transition.

Most paragraphs do no meet sentence requirement (6-8)