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Rubric for Narrative Paragraph Writing

A narrative paragraph tells a story. A narrative paragraph uses time order therefore, time order transitions must be used. A narrative paragraph uses vivid words.

Rubric Code: QX92788

By nminecola

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: K-5

Paragraph Writing - Narrative
	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 overall connectivity of the sentences present.	Fair The topic sentence gives little evidence of a relevant topic connecting to the other sentences.	Needs attention There is no topic sentence presented in the paragraph.
Support/Details	Excellent Topic sentence is supported by at least 3 relevant supporting details.	Good Topic sentence is supported by at least 2 relevant supporting details.	Fair Topic sentence is supported by limited relevant supporting details.	Needs attention Topic sentence is not supported by any relevant supporting details.
Transition Words	Excellent Paragraph contains a variety of transition words or phrases.	Good Paragraph contains some transition words or phrases.	Fair Paragraph contains few transition words or phrases.	Needs attention Paragraph contains no transition words or 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 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 are characterized by grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Numerous simple 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.