iRubric: Rhyming Couplets Rubric

edit print share Copy to my rubrics Bookmark test run assess... delete Do more...

Rhyming Couplets Rubric

Students will create an original poem using the conventions of a rhyming couplet poem.

Rubric Code: TX5X463

By kerrymckay

Ready to use

Public Rubric

Subject: English

Type: Assignment

Grade Levels: K-5, 6-8

Rhyme Poem
	1 pts	2 pts	3 pts	4 pts
Poem relates to topic	1 The poem does not stick to topic.	2 The idea/theme of the poem strays form the topic at times.	3 The poem has a central idea/theme.	4 All ideas relate directly to the topic. A vivid image/ message of topic is created. Poem flows well.
Use of Rhyming couplets & Rhythm	1 The poem does not use rhyming couplets.	2 The poet has made an attempt at using rhyming couplets. Some rhyming words do not quite fit the topic. The poem lacks rhythm.	3 The poet uses rhyming couplets well throughout their poem.	4 The poet has made excellent use of rhyming couplets to create a poem that flows and makes sense The Poem shows an effective aa bb pattern throughout the stanza. Has made great effort to stick to a rhythm scheme.
Spelling and Grammar	1 There are a large number of spelling and/or grammar errors throughout the poem (10+)	2 There are a number of spelling and/or grammar errors. (5+)	3 There are only a few spelling and/or grammar errors.	4 There are no spelling and /or grammar errors.
Originality & Creativity	1 The poem lacks thoughtfulness and seems rushed	2 The poets creativity is apparent but still developing.	3 Poem is creative and thoughtful. They are carefully written but could go further.	4 Poem is creative and original. It is evident that the poet put thought into their words and innovatively conveyed their ideas and emotions. Very neatly presented.