Common Core

Common Core Narrative Writing Rubric (Grades 6-8)

Common Core State Standards narrative writing rubric for middle school.

English
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
10 points

Rubric Details

Standard
Common Core
Subject
English
Grade Level
6-8
Total Points
10
Criteria
3 categories
Assignment Type
essay

Rubric Criteria

Narrative Focus and Organization
Engagement and sequence
4 pts
3 pts
2 pts
1 pt
0 pts
Description
Engages reader with a problem, situation, or observation. Organizes event sequence naturally and logically.
Establishes context. Organizes events in logical sequence.
Context may be unclear. Sequence may be uneven.
Little context or sequence.
Response blank or off-topic.
Development
Narrative techniques and elaboration
4 pts
3 pts
2 pts
1 pt
0 pts
Description
Uses narrative techniques (dialogue, pacing, description, reflection) to develop experiences and characters.
Uses narrative techniques to develop experiences.
Limited use of narrative techniques.
Minimal narrative techniques.
Response blank or off-topic.
Language and Conventions
Word choice and mechanics
2 pts
1 pt
0 pts
Description
Uses precise words and phrases, sensory language. Few errors.
Language or conventions inconsistent.
Little precision or severe errors.

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