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Rubric for Descriptive Writing- Dream House

A descriptive paragraph paints a picture with words. A descriptive paragraph uses adjectives effectively. Please write a 2-5 paragraph description of your "Dream House."

Rubric Code: YXCC6AA

By natlab

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Subject: English

Type: Writing

Grade Levels: K-5

Paragraph Writing - Descriptive
	Excellent 5 pts	Good 4 pts	Needs attention 3 pts
Topic Sentence	Excellent The topic sentence is the first sentence in the paragraph. It is a clear statement of the paragraph content.	Good The topic sentence gives some clarity of the overall connectivity of the sentences present.	Needs attention There is no topic sentence presented in the paragraph.
Support/Details	Excellent Topic is supported by many specific details. (at least 10 adjectives)	Good Topic is supported by a few specific details. (at least 8 adjectives)	Needs attention There is a slight attempt at support. (7 adjectives or less)
Proof of Description	Excellent Descriptive words are used to describe the topic and reach the five senses. Good organization and sentences.	Good Some descriptive words are used to describe the topic. Paragraph is somewhat organized.	Needs attention No descriptive words are used to describe the topic. Not well organized.
Conventions	Excellent Writing evidences understanding of proper grammar and use of punctuation throughout. Minimal spelling errors.	Good Writing contains one or two consistent grammatical errors or incorrect uses of punctuation. Most words are spelled correctly.	Needs attention Writing does not use proper grammar or punctuation. The number of spelling errors significantly detracts from the readability of the paragraph.