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Narrative Essay

Learning objective: Students will write their own narrative essay that incorporates the aspects of narrative writing discussed in class. Procedure: Students will write a narrative essay that tells of an important experience that happened to them. Students will use techniques discussed in class, including proper organization, strong word choices, and dialogue.

Rubric Code: JX7X867

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: K-5

Narrative Essay
	Exceeds the standards Excellent / Good 4 pts	Meeting the standards Acceptable 3 pts	Approaching the standards Needs Improvement 2 pts	Does Not Meet Standards Unacceptable 1 pts
Detail	Exceeds the standards The reader includes enough details to give the reader a relatively clear picture.	Meeting the standards The writer includes only some details, leaving the reader lacking a clear picture.	Approaching the standards The writer includes inadequate detail, leaving the reader with questions.	Does Not Meet Standards The writer does not include any details.
Organization	Exceeds the standards The writer included an introduction that grabs the readers attention and a conclusion that effectively wraps it up. The essay is well-organized and flows logically. The writer demonstrates a mature understanding of transitioning.	Meeting the standards The writer included an introduction and conclusion. The essay demonstrates some organization and flows logically enough to be understandable.	Approaching the standards The writer included either an introduction or a conclusion. The article demonstrates poor organization and weak logical flow.	Does Not Meet Standards The essay is not organized and is written illogically. There is no introduction or conclusion.
Mechanics	Exceeds the standards There are no spelling, punctuation, or capitalization errors.	Meeting the standards The writer makes 3-4 errors in spelling, punctuation, or capitalization.	Approaching the standards The writer makes more than 4 errors in spelling, punctuation, or capitalization.	Does Not Meet Standards The errors in spelling, punctuation, or capitalization are numerous enough to distract and interrupt the essay.