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Stellar
5 |
Developing
3 |
Beginning
1 |
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IDEAS (Adaptation from Original Tale) |
16 to 20 Points
Definite evidence of the
“bones” of the original tale, and the writing has an
original flair that adds to the original tale.
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11 to 15 Points
Definite evidence of the
“bones” of the original tale, but either writing takes on
too many of the characteristics of the original tale, or the
new spin on the story detracts from it. |
10 Points or Less
Little or no evidence of the
“bones” of the original tale, OR the story is too close to
the original tale to be considered unique.
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WORD CHOICE
(Child’s Vocabulary)
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16 to 20 Points
Words
convey the intended message in an exceptionally interesting,
precise, and natural way appropriate to a kindergarten
audience and purpose. The writer employs a rich, broad range
of words which have been carefully chosen and thoughtfully
placed for impact. |
11 to 15 Points
Language
is quite ordinary, lacking interest, precision and variety,
or may be inappropriate for a kindergartener.
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10 Points or Less
Language
is monotonous and/or misused, detracting from the meaning
and impact. The vocabulary used is high for the
kindergartener.
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FLUENCY
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16 to 20 Points
The writing has an
effective flow and rhythm. Sentences show a high degree of
craftsmanship, with consistently strong and varied structure
that makes expressive oral reading easy and enjoyable. |
11 to 15 Points
The writing flows; however,
connections between phrases or sentences may be less than
fluid. Sentence patterns are somewhat varied, contributing
to ease in oral reading. |
10 Points or Less
The writing tends to be
mechanical rather than fluid. Occasional awkward
constructions may force the reader to slow down or reread.
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WRITTEN ORGANIZATION (Power of 3)
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16 to 20 Points
The writing contains the
Power of 3 for organization to enhance the central idea(s)
and its development. The order and structure are compelling
and move the reader through the text easily.
Story contains a
minimum of 12 illustrated pages (not including the
title and dedication pages). |
11 to 15 Points
Organization is clear and
coherent, but did not use the Power of 3. Order and
structure are present, but may seem formulaic. Story
contains 8 to 11 illustrated pages (not including the
title and dedication pages).
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10 Points or Less
The writing lacks a clear
organizational structure. An occasional organizational
device is discernible; however, the writing is either
difficult to follow the piece is simply too short to
demonstrate organizational skills. Story contains less than
8 illustrated pages (not including the title and dedication
pages). |
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VOICE |
16 to 20 Points
The writer has chosen a
voice appropriate for the topic, purpose, and audience. The
writer seems deeply committed to the topic, and there is an
exceptional sense of "writing to be read." The writing is
expressive, engaging, or sincere.
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11 to 15 Points
A voice is present. The
writer demonstrates commitment to the topic, and there may
be a sense of "writing to be read." In places, the writing
is expressive, engaging, or sincere.
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10 Points or Less
The
writer's commitment to the topic seems inconsistent. A sense
of the writer may emerge at times; however, the voice is
either inappropriately personal or inappropriately
impersonal.
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CONVENTIONS |
16 to 20 Points
The writing demonstrates
exceptionally strong control of standard writing conventions
(e.g., punctuation, spelling, capitalization, paragraph
breaks, grammar and usage) and uses them effectively to
enhance communication. |
11 to 15 Points
The writing demonstrates
limited control of standard writing conventions (e.g.,
punctuation, spelling, capitalization, paragraph breaks,
grammar and usage). Errors begin to impede readability.
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10 Points or Less
Numerous errors in usage,
spelling, capitalization, and punctuation repeatedly
distract the reader and make the text difficult to read.
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COVER PAGE |
16 to 20 Points
Cover page contains an
original title of the story, the name of the author, the
nation of origin, and powerful artwork that connects to the
book.
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11 to 15 Points
Cover page leaves out one
of the components (original title, author’s name, national
origin, powerful artwork).
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10 Points or Less
Cover page leaves out two or
more of the components (original title, author’s name,
national origin, powerful artwork).
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DEDICATION
PAGE |
16 to 20 Points
The dedication page tells
to whom the book is dedicated, includes a small note to the
Kindergarten Buddy, presents a paragraph about the author,
and uses MLA citation to tell where the story originated. |
11 to 15 Points
The dedication page leaves
out one of the components (dedication, note to Kindergarten
Buddy, author’s biography, MLA citation).
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10 Points or Less
The dedication page leaves
out two or more of the components (dedication, note to
Kindergarten Buddy, author’s biography, MLA citation).
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ILLUSTRATIONS |
16 to 20 Points
Illustrations augment the
text, add to the mood and tone of the book, are colorful and
rich, and enhance the theme of the book. |
11 to 15 Points
Illustrations loosely
connect to the text, mood and tone of the book.
Illustrations could use more color or precision. |
10 Points or Less
Illustrations detract from
the text, mood and tone of the book. Illustrations
lack color and precision.
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TYPEFACE |
8 to 10 Points
The typeface uses the 6 by
6 rule. They typeface adds to the mood, tone and
illustrations of the book. |
6 to 7 Points
The typeface uses the 6 by
6 rule with a few exceptions. The typeface neither
adds nor detracts from the mood, tone and illustrations of
the book. |
5 Points or Less
The typeface regularly
strays from the 6 by 6 rule. The typeface detracts
from the mood, tone or illustrations of the book. |
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BINDING |
8 to 10 Points
The binding is neat and
enhances the overall look to the book. |
6 to 7 Points
The binding leaves the
mechanics of the binding exposed. |
5 Points of Less
The binding is incomplete,
messy or detracts from the overall look of the book. |
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