15

Allegory Exemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of an allegory

Includes literary, dramatic, or pictorial representation with two levels of meaning. One level provides a literal, and seemingly superficial meaning, but a second level reveals a deeper, symbolic meaning.

Missing one of the following: literary, dramatic, or pictorial representation with two levels of meaning. One level provides a literal, and seemingly superficial meaning, but a second level reveals a deeper, symbolic meaning.

Missing more than one of the characteristics of an allegory

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of an allegory

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score = Table of Contents

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Book JacketExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a book jacket

Includes genre, setting, characters, plot, and personal opinion.

Missing one of the following: genre, setting, characters, plot, and personal opinion.

Missing more than one of the following: genre, setting, characters, plot, and personal opinion.

Content / Development Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of book jacket

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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Book ReviewExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a book review

Includes genre, setting, characters, plot, and personal opinion.

Missing one of the following: genre, setting, characters, plot, and personal opinion.

Missing more than one of the following: genre, setting, characters, plot, and personal opinion.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a book review

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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BrochureExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a brochure

Includes clear and interesting cover page, headlines use analogy or word play, has logo, has a theme, text easy to read and understand.

Missing one of the following: clear and interesting cover page, headlines use analogy or word play, has logo, has a theme, text easy to read and understand.

Missing more than one of clear and interesting cover page, headlines use analogy or word play, has logo, has a theme, text easy to read and understand.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a brochure

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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Comic StripExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a comic strip

Includes at least one frame, character, action, dialogue, caption.

Missing one of the following: at least one frame, character, action, dialogue, caption.

Missing more than one of the following: at least one frame, character, action, dialogue, caption.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a comic strip

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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CommercialExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a commercial

Includes the following: specific information, be entertaining, include visuals, captions and dialogue.

Missing one of the following: specific information, be entertaining, include visuals, captions and dialogue.

Missing more than one of the following: specific information, be entertaining, include visuals, captions and dialogue.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a commercial

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score = Table of Contents

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Compare/Contrast EssayExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a compare/ contrast essay.

Includes 3 or more well developed examples or reasons for each similarity or difference.

Missing one of the 3 or more well developed examples or reasons for each similarity or difference.

Missing more than one of the 3 or more well developed examples or reasons for each similarity or difference.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a compare/ contrast essay

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score = Table of Contents

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Double Voice PoemExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a double voice poem

Includes the following: two columns, two different types of font, information mixed with questions or comments (as interruptions.)

Missing one of the following: two columns, two different types of font, information mixed with questions or comments (as interruptions.)

Missing more than one of the following: two columns, two different types of font, information mixed with questions or comments (as interruptions.)

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of double voice poem

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score = Table of Contents

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DramaExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a drama

Has characteristics of a drama: characters, plot, theme, and dialogue

Missing one of the following: including a piece of the original work and the imitation.

Missing more than one of the following: including a piece of the original work and the imitation.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a drama

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score = Table of Contents

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FableExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a fable

Includes characteristics of fables: animal characters with human characteristics, problem to solve, moral to story, story teaches lesson.

Missing one of the characteristics of fables: animal characters with human characteristics, problem to solve, moral to story, story teaches lesson.

Missing more than one of the characteristics of fables: animal characters with human characteristics, problem to solve, moral to story, story teaches lesson.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a fable

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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Flip BookExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a flip book

Includes the following: labels, all pages have text and or drawings, book assembled correctly and neatly

Missing one of the following: labels, all pages have text and or drawings, book assembled correctly and neatly

Missing more than one of the following: labels, all pages have text and or drawings, book assembled correctly and neatly

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a flip book

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score = Table of Contents

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FolktaleExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a folktale

Includes characteristics of folktales: “once upon a time”, number three, good and bad characters, happy ending, repetition, common people or animals, problem to solve.

Missing one of the characteristics of folktales: “once upon a time”, number three, good and bad characters, happy ending, repetition, common people or animals, problem to solve.

Missing more than one of the characteristics of folktales: “once upon a time”, number three, good and bad characters, happy ending, repetition, common people or animals, problem to solve.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a folktale

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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GameExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a game Includes the following: instructions, object of game, game materials, rules.

Missing one of the following: instructions, object of game, game materials, rules.

Missing more than one of the following: instructions, object of game, game materials, rules.

Content / Development Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a game Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score = Table of Contents

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InterviewExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of an interview

Includes the following: at least 10 well prepared questions, tone set during interview, all copies of interview attached.

Missing one of the following: introduction, body, conclusion.

Missing more than one of the following: introduction, body, conclusion.

Content / Development Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of an interview Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score = Table of Contents

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Lyric PoemExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a lyric poem

Includes the following: poem expressing thought and feeling, can be sung or recited.

Missing one of the following: poem expressing thought and feeling, can be sung or recited.

Missing more than one of the following: poem expressing thought and feeling, can be sung or recited.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a lyric poem

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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MythExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a myth

Includes hero, intervention of gods, natural world problem explained, lesson for reader.

Missing one of the following: hero, intervention of gods, natural world problem explained, lesson for reader.

Missing more than one of the following: hero, intervention of gods, natural world problem explained, lesson for reader.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a myth

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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NewscastExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a newscast

Includes headline, opening sentence, who, what, when where why.

Includes headline, opening sentence, who, what, when where why.

Missing pieces.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a newscast

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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NewsletterExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a newsletter

Includes the following: hard news story, advertising, editorial, picture with caption.

Missing one of the following: hard news story, advertising, editorial, picture with caption.

Missing more than one of the following: hard news story, advertising, editorial, picture with caption.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a newsletter

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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NewspaperExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a newspaper

Includes the following: hard news story, advertising, editorial, letter to editor, picture with caption.

Missing one of the following: hard news story, advertising, editorial, letter to editor, picture with caption.

Missing more than one of the following: hard news story, advertising, editorial, letter to editor, picture with caption.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a newspaper

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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Oral HistoryExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of an oral history

Includes interview questions, tape of interview, and final draft.

Missing one of the following: interview questions, tape of interview, and final draft.

Missing more than one of the following: interview questions, tape of interview, and final draft.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of an oral history

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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ParodyExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a parody

Has characteristics of a parody, including a piece of the original work and the imitation.

Missing one of the following: including a piece of the original work and the imitation.

Missing more than one of the following: including a piece of the original work and the imitation.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of poetry

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score = Table of Contents

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ResumeExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a resume

Includes characteristics of a resume: no graphics, large type, refers to specific job, includes requirements for job.

Missing one of the characteristics of a resume: no graphics, large type, refers to specific job, includes requirements for job.

Missing more than one of the characteristics of a resume: no graphics, large type, refers to specific job, includes requirements for job.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing

Presentation of a resume

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score = Table of Contents

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Essay Using SatireExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of an essay using satire

Includes characteristics of a satire, including using a human vice or stupidity that is attacked through irony or sarcasm.

Missing one of the characteristics of a satire: including using a human vice or stupidity that is attacked through irony or sarcasm.

Missing more than one of the characteristics of a satire: including using a human vice or stupidity that is attacked through irony or sarcasm.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of an essay using satire

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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SpeechExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a speech

Includes the following: introduction, body, conclusion.

Missing one of the following: introduction, body, conclusion.

Missing more than one of the following: introduction, body, conclusion.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a speech

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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Tall TaleExemplary

=3Satisfactory =2 Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a tall tale

Includes characteristics of tall tales, including colorful character with heroic personalities, specific setting, and hyperbole.

Missing one of the characteristics of tall tales: colorful character with heroic personalities, specific setting, and hyperbole.

Missing more than one of the characteristics of tall tales: colorful character with heroic personalities, specific setting, and hyperbole.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a tall tale

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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LegendExemplary

=3Satisfactory =2 Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of a legend

Includes characteristics of legend, including story told as history, human meeting supernatural creature, blend facts and improbable elements.

Missing one of the characteristics of legend: story told as history, human meeting supernatural creature, blend facts and improbable elements.

Missing more than one of the characteristics of legend: story told as history, human meeting supernatural creature, blend facts and improbable elements.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of a legend

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score = Table of Contents

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Science FictionExemplary

=3Satisfactory

=2Needs Improvement

=1Your Score

Characteristics of science fiction

Includes characteristics of science fiction: scientific principles or technology,, aliens or life on other world, comment on important issue in society.

Missing one of the characteristics of science fiction: scientific principles or technology,, aliens or life on other world, comment on important issue in society.

Missing more than one of the characteristics of science fiction: scientific principles or technology,, aliens or life on other world, comment on important issue in society.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation of science fiction

Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =

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Timeline

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Exemplary =3

Satisfactory =2

Needs Improvement =1

Your Score

Characteristics of a timeline

Includes characteristics of a timeline: at least 10 significant dates, title, graphic, and caption for each date on timeline.

Missing at least one of the following: at least 10 significant dates, title, graphic, and caption for each date on timeline.

Missing more than one of the following: at least 10 significant dates, title, graphic, and caption for each date on timeline.

Content / Development

Presents a clear central idea about the topic Fully develops the central idea with specific, relevant details Sustains focus on central idea throughout the writing

Presents a central idea about the topic Develops the central idea but details are general, or the elaboration may be uneven Focus may shift slightly, but is generally sustained

Central idea may be unclear Details need elaboration to clarify the central idea Focus may shift or be lost causing confusion for the reader

Conventions Provides evidence of a consistent and strong command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of an adequate command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Provides evidence of a limited command of grade-level conventions (grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling).

Organization Has an effective introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a smooth progression of ideas by using transitional devices throughout the writing.

Has an introduction, body, and conclusion. Provides a logical progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Attempts an introduction, body, and conclusion; however, one or more of these components could be weak or ineffective. Provides a simplistic, repetitious, or somewhat random progression of ideas throughout the writing.

Presentation Created--all drafts presentedFound item presented along with a written response which includes why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

Created—only final draft presentedFound item presented along with a written response which is missing more than one of the following: why the piece should be included, how the piece was found, what you learned from the piece, and how the piece helped you continue your research.

A= 12 - 15 / B = 8 - 11 / C = 6 - 8 Your Total Score =