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Newspaper Article Newspaper Article For this assignment, you will write a newspaper article.Pretend you are a reporter and write a newspaper article based on a climactic event in your novel. Include answers to the questions; who, what, where, when, why and how. Your article must address all five "Ws:" who, what, where, when, and why. In addition, your article must have a headline and illustration with caption. Rubric Code: QX9X26C By ryerika Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: K-5

Newspaper Article Writing
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Important Information	4 The article provides information on how and on all five Ws: who, what, where, when, and why.	3 The article contains fewer than five Ws.	2 The article contains fewer than three Ws.	1 The article does not tell who, what, when, where or why.
Writing Mechanics	4 Writing is descriptive, providing detailed information. The writing keeps the reader interested and informed and is free of errors.	3 Writing is somewhat descriptive, providing some detailed information. The writing keeps the reader interested and informed and contains only 1 or 2 grammatical errors.	2 Writing has little descriptive language and is vague on information. The writing is unclear and/or contains several grammatical errors.	1 Writing lacks descriptive language and information. Many grammatical errors are present.
Grammar & Spelling	4 There are no grammar or spelling errors present.	3 There are less than 2 grammar and spelling errors.	2 There are more than 2 grammar and spelling errors, but it does not interfere with the article overall.	1 Serious grammar and spelling errors interfere with the effectiveness of the article.
Effort and Neatness	4 Time and effort on the project is apparent.	3 Time and effort on the project is there but the student is capable of neater work.	2 Little time or effort seemed to be put forth.	1 The project is soppy and incomplete.