iRubric: Song Lyrics and Poetry rubric

There is a clear rhythm. The rhythm has been constructed through the careful planning of the syllables in each line.
The choice of rhyming words adds significant value to the the meaning and construction of the song.

The rhythm is consistent throughout most of the song.
An effort has been made to choose rhyming words that add meaning and significance to the song.

The rhythm is sometimes unclear or it slows down and speeds up.
Some of the rhyming words add value to the song but at other times they are chosen purely for the sake of rhyme.

There is no clear rhythm to the song.
Rhyming words have been chosen purely for the purpose of rhyme. The words do not add depth or meaning to the song lyrics.

A wide range of literary devices have been used in an original way.

Devices could include similes, metaphors, personification, hyperbole, etc.

A range of literary devices have been used.

Devices could include similes, metaphors, personification, hyperbole, etc.

A limited range of literary devices have been used.

Devices could include similes, metaphors, personification, hyperbole, etc.

No literary devices have been used.

The song is edited well and most of the grammar and spelling is correct.

Some time has been been spent editing.
There are a few grammar and spelling errors.

More time could have been devoted to editing. Some spelling and grammar mistakes could have been avoided.

There is little evidence of editing. There are numerous spelling and grammar errors.