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Writing a Song, Poem or Rap

Students will create a song, poem or rap in which they include 10 of their vocabulary words. Vocab words will be UNDERLINED. We WILL read/perform these in class, so be prepared! HINT: If you choose 'song,' put it to a tune you already know!!!!!

Rubric Code: SB36AB

By lpettepher

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: 6-8

Song/Poem Writing Project
	Exceeded Expectations 4 pts	Met most Expectations 3 pts	Met some Expectations 2 pts	Did not meet Expectations 1 pts
lyrics	Exceeded Expectations The song lyrics (or poem stanzas) are outstanding. The words memorable. The song lyrics are enthusiastically recieved by the audience.	Met most Expectations The song lyrics (or poem stanzas) are good. The words memorable. The song lyrics are enthusiastically recieved by the audience.	Met some Expectations The song lyrics (or poem stanzas) are some what coherent. The song lyrics are well recieved by the audience.	Did not meet Expectations The song lyrics (or poem stanzas) are not coherent. The words not memorable.
creativity	Exceeded Expectations The student composed an original song/poem with a clear theme.	Met most Expectations The student composed an original song/poem but there are some elements that are not excellent..	Met some Expectations The song/poem composed is not very orginal, but there are some elements that are not excellent..	Did not meet Expectations The song/poem composed is not very original. The message is not conveyed.
Science Information	Exceeded Expectations The writer demonstrates a clear understanding of the law of conservation of mass and the difference between chemical and physical change.	Met most Expectations The writer demonstrates only 2 of the 3 concepts: law of conservation of mass,chemical change and physical change.	Met some Expectations The writer demonstrated only one of the 3 concepts.	Did not meet Expectations The writer did not demonstrate a clear understanding of any of the 3 concepts.
Performance	Exceeded Expectations Poem/song was performed with ease and grace.	Met most Expectations Poem/song was performed a bit hesitantly, but well done.	Met some Expectations Poem/song took a little prodding but eventually was performed.	Did not meet Expectations Poem was not performed.