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Character Profiles 
Character Development
Rubric Code: Y2X6W73
By ShanC1102
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Subject: (General)  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: K-5

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  Needs attention

Character descriptions are basic and concrete

1 pts

Acceptable

Character descriptions clearly describe characters' physical and behavioural differences.

2 pts

Good

Character descriptions are well-developed, using clear descriptive language

3 pts

Awesome

Character desciptions evoke vivid physical imagery and unique personalities and behavioral traits.

4 pts

Physical Traits

Needs attention

Uses 1-2 basic adjectives to describe how the characters look.
Examples: hairy, short, pretty
Acceptable

Uses at least 2 adjectives that provide a clear description of characters' general appearance
Examples:dirty, neat, tremendous, colorful
Good

Comprehensive description that includes subtle or unique details in appearance, movement, expression.
Examples: delicate, wiry, rumpled, limping
Awesome

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
Behavioural Traits

Needs attention

Uses 1-2 basic adjectives to describe how the characters act.
Examples: mean, happy, grouchy
Acceptable

Uses at least 2 adjectives that provide a clear description of characters' behaviour.
Examples: sneaky and quiet, loud and angry
Good

Comprehensive description that includes subtle or unique details in actions and personality.
Examples: thoughtful, careful, bold
Awesome

Descriptions include use of figurative language that gives the reader insight into the character's intentions and temperament
Examples: stubborn as a mule, he's a couch potato, slippery as an eel
Plot/Character Relationship

Needs attention

Demonstrates basic understanding of cause and effect between character traits and story events.
i.e., The naughty boy went to bed without supper.
Acceptable

Character traits described lead to interesting/important story events.
i.e., No one noticed when the he quiet, sneaky little boy left the house.
Good

Well thought-out character descriptions provide a solid basis for story events.
i.e., The people stopped trusting the sly little boy.
Awesome

Proposes interesting events, plot twists that are directly or indirectly related to character traits.
i.e. No one really knew him, so was there was no one to help the elusive young man.
Creativity/Presentation

Needs attention

Did not complete 3 character profiles

Did not include images.
Acceptable

Profiles are complete to an acceptable standard.

Images did not match the descriptions of the characters.
Good

Profiles are interesting and unique, and are well presented.
Awesome

Profiles are captivating and engaging, and are exceptionally presented.



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