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Character Development Character Development described by appearance, personality, character traits, and behavior. Rubric Code: V74X7B By tleddy Ready to use Public Rubric Subject: Education Type: Project Grade Levels: K-5, 6-8

Character Development Use of descriptive language to describe physical and behavioral character traits.
	Emergent Character descriptions are basic and concrete 1 pts	Integrated Character descriptions clearly disriminate characters' physical and behavioral differences. 2 pts	Generalized Character descriptions are well-developed, using clear descriptive language 3 pts	Adapted Character desciptions evoke vivid physical imagery and unique personalities and behavioral traits. 4 pts
Physical Traits Description evokes strong visual image of character	Emergent Uses 1-2 basic adjectives to describe how the characters look. Examples: hairy, short, pretty	Integrated Uses at least 2 adjectives that provide a clear description of characters' general appearance Examples:dirty, neat, tremendous, colorful	Generalized Comrehensive description that includes subtle or unique details in appearance, movement, expression. Examples: delicate, wiry, rumpled, limping	Adapted Descriptions include use of figurative language to paint a picture for the reader Examples: eyes like crystal balls, hair like spun gold, moves like the wind
Behavioral Traits Description describes personality traits, habits, likes/dislikes.	Emergent Uses 1-2 basic adjectives to describe how the characters act. Examples: mean, happy, grouchy	Integrated Uses at least 2 adjectives that provide a clear description of characters' behavior. Examples: sneaky and quiet, loud and angry	Generalized Comrehensive description that includes subtle or unique details in actions and personality Examples: thoughtful, careful, bold	Adapted Descriptions include use of figurative language that gives the reader insight into the character's intentions and temperment Examples: stubborn as a mule, he's a couch potato, slippery as an eel
Fluency Description of character is smooth and cohesive.	Emergent There are more than 2 conflicts in description of character. i.e., She has graceful hands. She has short stubby fingers.	Integrated There are 2 conflicts in the description of the character. i.e., She has graceful hands. She has short stubby fingers.	Generalized There is 1 conflict in the description of the character. i.e., She has graceful hands. She has short stubby fingers.	Adapted Character was colorful and well thought out and all descriptions complemented each other.