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Letter Writing Rubric 
Rubric for Persuasive Paragraph Writing
Rubric Code: PX8328A
By Naturegirl
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

Powered by iRubric Letter Writing
  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Fair

2 pts

Needs attention

1 pts

Letter format

Excellent

All letter format is followed:
sender's address, date, inside address, salutation, closing with signature

Block or modified block style.
Good

Most letter format is followed:
sender's address, date, inside address, salutation, closing with signature

Block or modified block style.
Fair

Some letter format is followed:
sender's address, date, inside address, salutation, closing with signature

Block or modified block style.
Needs attention

Few elements of letter format are followed:
sender's address, date, inside address, salutation, closing with signature

Block or modified block style.
Supporting Details

Excellent

Topic is supported by three clear, precise and appropriate supporting detail sentences.
Good

Topic is supported by three clear, appropriate supporting detail sentences.
Fair

Topic is supported by more than one or two clear and appropriate supporting detail sentences.
Needs attention

There is a slight attempt at supporting details.
Persuasion/Reasoning

Excellent

All supporting details are fully explained and connected to the main idea.
Good

Two of the supporting details are explained and connected to the main idea.
Fair

One of the supporting details is explained and connected to the main idea.
Needs attention

None of the supporting details are explained and connected to the main idea.
Conclusion/Clincher

Excellent

The conclusion is the last paragraph. Clearly and strongly states what is desired from the person addressed.
Good

The conclusion is the paragraph. Somewhat clearly states what is desired from the person addressed.
Fair

The conclusion is the last paragraph. Does not clearly state what is desired from the person addressed.
Needs attention

There is no concluding statement at the end of the letter repeating what is desired.
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 contain grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Many simple spelling errors detract from ideas.
Needs attention

Writing does not use proper grammar or punctuation. There are numerous spelling errors. Errors significantly interfere with understanding.
Writing Process

Excellent

All elements of the writing process are followed: brainstorm, rough draft (s), peer edit, good copy
Good

Most elements of the writing process are followed: brainstorm, rough draft (s), peer edit, good copy
Fair

Some elements of the writing process are followed: brainstorm, rough draft (s), peer edit, good copy
Needs attention

Few elements of the writing process are followed: brainstorm, rough draft (s), peer edit, good copy



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