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Descriptive Paragrah-Octopus 
Rubric for Descriptive Paragraph Writing
Rubric Code: E864W9
By Jlewis924
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: K-5

Powered by iRubric Paragraph 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 is a clear statement of the paragraph content.
Good

The topic sentence gives some clarity of the paragraph content.
Fair

The topic sentence gives little evidence of the paragraph content.
Needs attention

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

Excellent

Topic is supported by at least three specific, factual details.
Good

Topic is supported by two specific, factual details.
Fair

Topic is supported by general statements.
Needs attention

There is a slight attempt at support.
Description

Excellent

Many descriptive words are used to describe the topic.
Good

Some descriptive words are used to describe the topic.
Fair

Few descriptive words are used to describe the topic.
Needs attention

No descriptive words are used to describe the topic.
Spatial Order

Excellent

Paragraph has good organization. Good transition words or phrases are used.
Good

Paragraph is organized, events somewhat jump around. Some transition words/phrases are used.
Fair

Paragraph has some organization, events jump around, start and end are unclear. Transition words/phrases are not always evident.
Needs attention

Paragraph is not organized, events make no sense. No use transition words/phrases.
Concluding Statement

Excellent

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

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

Excellent

Writing shows an understanding of proper grammar and use of punctuation throughout. No 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 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.
Neatness

Excellent

Paragraph is indented and neatly written. Words are evenly spaced. Title is present at the top of the page, and signature is at the bottom.
Good

Paragraph is not indented, but is neatly written. Words are evenly spaced. Title is present at the top of the page, and signature is at the bottom.
Fair

Paragraph is indented, but not neatly written. Words are not evenly spaced. Title is present at the top of the page, and signature is at the bottom.
Needs attention

Paragraph is not indented and is not neatly written. Words are not evenly spaced. Title is not present at the top of the page, and signature is missing.



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