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How- To Essay Snapshot Writing Students write a How- To Essay that clearly describes a process step- by- step, using transition words. The essay should be three paragraphs, with a solid introduction (including a thesis statement and hook), a body paragraph with the steps of the process, and a conclusion that restates the thesis and adds a little something extra. Rubric Code: UX92C9A By leilifb Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: English Type: Writing Grade Levels: 6-8

How- To Essay
	Needs work 2 pts	Getting there.... 5 pts	Got it! 7 pts
Quantity of Writing	Needs work The writer did not construct three paragraphs with a clear introduction, body and conclusion.	Getting there.... The writer constructed three paragraphs, but there was not enough detail.	Got it! The writer constructed three paragraphs with enough detail.
Step- by- Step Process	Needs work The writer did not describe a step- by- step process clearly.	Getting there.... The writer described a step- by- step process clearly but there were not enough steps to constitute a solid essay.	Got it! The writer described a step- by- step process clearly and there were enough steps to constitute a solid essay.
Transition Words	Needs work The writer did not use transition words to transition from one step to another.	Getting there.... The writer used some transition words correctly.	Got it! The writer used transition words correctly to transition from one step to another.