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Compare/Contrast Writing: 2 Versions of the same story. 
Compare/Contrast Writing: 2 Versions of the same story.
The purpose of this rubric is to allow the younger student to know what the expectations are for writing a comparing/contrasting essay and completing the ending project presentation. The student will work with a partner to compare and contrast two versions of the same fairy tale using a graphic organizer, complete a multiparagraph text explaining similarities and differences and complete a presentation project.
Rubric Code: ZX82338
By Ellen1919
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: K-5

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  Excellent

4 pts

Good

3 pts

Fair

2 pts

Needs Improvement

1 pts

Focus

Excellent

Each paragraph begins with a clear opening sentence that explains the exact topic of the paragraph. The essay begins with a hook and ends with closing sentence.
Good

Each paragraph begins with an opening sentence about the topic. There is a hook or a closing sentence in the essay.
Fair

Some paragraphs have an opening sentence. There may or may not be a hook or closing sentence in the essay.
Needs Improvement

No paragraphs have an opening sentence. There is no hook or closing sentence present in the essay.
Comparison points

Excellent

There are (3) three or more clear and distinct comparison examples between the books.
Good

There are (3) three comparison examples between the books.
Fair

There are (2) two clear comparison examples between the books.
Needs Improvement

Student has provided two unclear or fewer comparison examples between the books.
Contrasting points

Excellent

There are (3) three or more clear and distinct contrasting examples between the books.
Good

There are (3) three contrasting examples between the books.
Fair

There are (2) two clear contrasting examples between the books.
Needs Improvement

Student has provided two unclear or fewer contrasting examples between the books.
Organization

Excellent

Clear evidence that the writer has used compare and contrast transition words and good lead ins to each idea.
Good

Writer has used some appropriate compare and contrast transition words.
Fair

Writer has used some transition words.
Needs Improvement

Transition words were not used.
Conventions

Excellent

Sentences are clear and punctuation is used to separate sentences. There is an indentation at the beginning of each paragraph. Capitalization of sentences, proper nouns, and titles is thorough. Proper spelling is used throughout.
Good

Most sentences are clear and end punctuation is used. Some paragraphs are indented. Capitalization is mostly correct. Most sentences contain proper spelling.
Fair

Sentences show some attention to completeness and punctuation. Indentation may or may not be present. Shows some understanding and attention to capitalization. Some words are misspelled.
Needs Improvement

Sentences may be unclear and punctuation is often missing. Paragraphs are not indented. Demonstrates little understanding or or attention to capitalization. Many words are misspelled.
Conclusion

Excellent

Essay states a thoughtful and logical conclusion based on the similarities and differences.
Good

Essay state a conclusion based on similarities and differences.
Fair

Conclusion is evident, but does not draw on any similarities or differences.
Needs Improvement

No evidence of any conclusion or summary.
Castle/Following Directions

Excellent

Castle project is fully completed, neat, and includes your best work. All directions were followed. All information from the Venn diagram is included. Decorations are included.
Good

Castle project is neat and includes effort. Most directions were followed. Most information from the Venn diagram is included.
Fair

Castle project is complete. Some directions were followed. Some information from the Venn diagram is included.
Needs Improvement

Castle project is not complete.



Keywords:
  • Compare/Contrast Essay, Writing, Essays, English,



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