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Writing a Song, Poem or Rap 
Writing a Song, Poem or Rap
Students will create a song, poem or rap in which they include 10 of their vocabulary words. Vocab words will be UNDERLINED. We WILL read/perform these in class, so be prepared! HINT: If you choose 'song,' put it to a tune you already know!!!!!
Rubric Code: D97W57
By jfittsreyn
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Subject: English  
Type: Writing  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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  Exceeded Expectations

8 pts

Met most Expectations

6 pts

Met some Expectations

4 pts

Did not meet Expectations

2 pts

lyrics

Exceeded Expectations

The song lyrics (or poem stanzas) are outstanding. The words memorable. The song lyrics are enthusiastically recieved by the audience.
Met most Expectations

The song lyrics (or poem stanzas) are good. The words memorable. The song lyrics are enthusiastically recieved by the audience.
Met some Expectations

The song lyrics (or poem stanzas) are some what coherent. The song lyrics are well recieved by the audience.
Did not meet Expectations

The song lyrics (or poem stanzas) are not coherent. The words not memorable.
creativity

Exceeded Expectations

The student composed an original song/poem with a clear theme.
Met most Expectations

The student composed an original song/poem but there are some elements that are not excellent..
Met some Expectations

The song/poem composed is not very orginal, but there are some elements that are not excellent..
Did not meet Expectations

The song/poem composed is not very original. The message is not conveyed.
Information

Exceeded Expectations

The writer expressed factual information and incorporated at least 10 vocabulary words correctly in a creative manner, showing acceptable effort. The performance of the song/poetry was excellent.
Met most Expectations

The writer expressed factual information in a creative manner and incorporated 8-9 vocabulary words correctly showing acceptable effort. The performance of the song/poem meets expectations.
Met some Expectations

The writer used 6-7 vocabulary words in manner that showed little effort. The performance of the song/poem did not meet expectations.
Did not meet Expectations

The writer used 5 or fewer vocabulary words in a manner that showed no effort.
Mechanics

Exceeded Expectations

The essay contains few, if any, errors in the conventions (grammar/spelling, capital/punct) of the English language, understanding that slang may be used in song or rap.
Met most Expectations

The essay contains some errors in the conventions of the English language, but does little to interfere with understanding.
Met some Expectations

The essay contains numerous errors in the conventions of the English language, but may interfere with the understanding.
Did not meet Expectations

The essay contains serious errors in the conventions of the English language which interferes in the understanding.
Performance

Exceeded Expectations

Poem/song was performed with ease and grace.
Met most Expectations

Poem/song was performed a bit hesitantly, but well done.
Met some Expectations

Poem/song took a little prodding but eventually was performed.
Did not meet Expectations

Poem was not performed.



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