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Descriptive Paragraph of Clear Lake Event

A descriptive paragraph paints a picture with words. A descriptive paragraph uses spatial order therefore, spatial order transitions must be used.

Rubric Code: QX273X5

By jfeuerbach

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: K-5

Paragraph Writing - Descriptive
	4 - Highly Proficient (N/A)	3 - Proficient (N/A)	2 - Nearly Proficient (N/A)	1 - Not Proficient (N/A)
Topic Sentence	4 - Highly Proficient The topic sentence is the first sentence in the paragraph. It is a clear statement of the paragraph content.	3 - Proficient The topic sentence gives some clarity of the overall connection between sentences present.	2 - Nearly Proficient The topic sentence gives little evidence of a relevant topic connecting to the other sentences.	1 - Not Proficient There is no topic sentence presented in the paragraph.
Support/Details	4 - Highly Proficient Topic is supported by many specific details.	3 - Proficient Topic is supported by some specific details.	2 - Nearly Proficient Topic is supported by general statements not necessarily specific details.	1 - Not Proficient There is no attempt to use supporting details.
Description	4 - Highly Proficient Many adjectives are used to describe the event and reach the five senses.	3 - Proficient Some adjectives are used to describe the event and reach the five senses.	2 - Nearly Proficient A few adjectives are used to describe the topic.	1 - Not Proficient No adjectives are used to describe the topic.
Concluding Statement	4 - Highly Proficient The concluding statement is the last sentence of the paragraph. It is a clear statement that repeats key words from the topic sentence.	3 - Proficient 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.	2 - Nearly Proficient 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.	1 - Not Proficient There is no concluding statement at the end of the paragraph.
Conventions	4 - Highly Proficient Writing shows understanding of proper grammar and use of punctuation throughout. No spelling errors.	3 - Proficient Writing contains one or two consistent errors in grammar or incorrect uses of punctuation. Most words are spelled correctly.	2 - Nearly Proficient Many sentences show errors in grammar or punctuation. Numerous spelling errors.	1 - Not Proficient Writing does not use proper grammar or punctuation. The number of spelling errors significantly detracts from the readability of the paragraph.