Story Rubric

Short Story Rubric

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Key Phrases/ Vocabulary	Student did not follow the rules for writing the short story.	The beginning, middle and end of story are not clear; student used one or two key phrases and vocabulary words.	The beginning, middle and end of story is somewhat clear; student used some phrases and at most 7 of the vocabulary words.	The beginning, middle and end of story is mostly clear; student used the phrases and at most 9 of the vocabulary words.	The beginning, middle and end of story is very clear, student used all of the phrases and 10 or more of the vocabulary words.
Presentation Appearance & Grammar	No presentation.	The presentation was not creative or have related information (vocabulary words not underlined, no pictures.) Grammar was horrible.	The presentation was basic and okay. It was a little creative, but not much effort was used. There were a some grammar errors	Student made a Power Point or handmade book and it was well done. There were one or two grammar errors.	Student followed directions. Story is organized and easy to understand. It is clear that a lot of effort was put into it.  There are no obvious grammar errors.
Preparation And Pronunciation of Story ¨Bonus¨	Student read directly from notes, and it was obvious they did not prepare/practice at all. The teacher could not understand anything.	Student did not memorize information and did not prepare much/at all. The teacher could understand one or two words, but not enough to follow.	Student had about half of the information memorized and appeared to have prepared a little. The teacher could understand some words.	Student had most information memorized and it was clear that they had prepared. The teacher could understand most of the words.	Student had all information memorized; flow and expression was great. The teacher could understand everything.