Rubrics

** “E” Exceeding Literary Letters **
 * First Term Literary Letter Rubric **
 * Consistent correct letter format - date, greeting, body, closing, "signature"
 * Paragraphs include thoughtful detail and reflection
 * Two connections are used
 * Two + paragraphs are written with a clear focus, organization, and excellent relevant details
 * Paragraphs contain excellent detail and reflection related to main idea
 * n/a
 * n/a

** “M” Meeting Literary Letters **
 * correct letter format -date, greeting, body, closing, "signature" on MOST letters
 * Paragraph shows correct usage of capitals & punctuation
 * 1-2 Paragraphs include detail and reflection
 * One connection is used
 * One paragraph (contains clear main idea) with a clear focus, organization, and good relevant details
 * Letters are easy to read and understand.
 * Letters are posted on time

** “P” Progressing Literary Letters **
 * Mostly correct letter format - may be missing date, or greeting, closing - may not be "signed"/or inconsistent effort
 * Parts may not use capital letters and/or correct punctuation -
 * Paragraph is brief
 * Connection is unclear
 * Paragraph summarizes OR main idea is disorganized
 * Parts of the letter are difficult to understand
 * Letters are not consistently posted on time

** “B” Beginning Literary Letters **
 * Incorrect letter format
 * Missing many capitals and/or incorrect or missing punctuation
 * No connections are used
 * No clear paragraph
 * Letters are hard to read/understand
 * Letters are not posted on time