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Nature in Poetry

Students will create their own poems using nature to practice what they have learned about figurative language.

Rubric Code: TXAX534

By gabpmesa

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: 6-8

Nature Poetry Rubric
	Poor 1 pts	Fair 2 pts	Good 3 pts
Originality	Poor The poem is creative, but does not demonstrate a variety of approaches.	Fair The poem is creative and thoughtful. It is carefully written, but development or craft could go further.	Good The poem is creative and original. It is evident that the poet put thought into their words and innovatively conveyed their ideas and emotions.
Word Choice	Poor The poem uses little rich, colorful, precise language as discussed in class.	Fair The poem uses some rich, colorful, precise language as discussed in class.	Good The poem uses rich, colorful, precise language as discussed in class.
Grammar & Punctuation	Poor The poet's intended meaning is muddled by some spelling, diction or grammar errors.	Fair Some spelling, diction or grammar mistakes are evident, but do not diminish meaning.	Good Proper use of modern English spelling, diction and grammar are employed consistently throughout.