7th Grade Common Core Standards RL.7.

1 Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. RL.7.2 Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text. W 7.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. W 7.5 With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting or trying a new approach focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.

15 pts. Advanced

13 pts Proficient I can correctly and effectively apply grammar and punctuation so the meaning of my writing is clear. Correct use of:

11 pts Progressing

9pts Basic

Conventions

I can select grammar and punctuation that enhance the meaning of my writing

I can use grammar and punctuation in my writing. Errors distract, but do not prevent the reader from understanding the meaning.

(;) (...) (--) Idea Development I can create fully developed ideas to reveal fresh insights and themes.

periods commas citations capitalization

I can inconsistently use grammar and punctuation in my writing. Errors prevent the reader from understanding the meaning.

I can develop my ideas with carefully chosen details, providing clarity for my audience.

I can describe my ideas in writing so that my audience understands the main idea.

Theme Statement that reflects plot of the book Quotes to support Explanation of how quotes relate to theme statement.

quotes do not support theme statement Quote explanations lack depth

I can write ideas which are at the beginning stages of idea development.

Organization

I can select an organizational style that draws the audience into the piece and holds their attention.

I can develop a clear and organized piece of writing that fits my desired audience and genre.

I can organize my thoughts into a piece of writing.

5 clear paragraphs Each body paragraph introduces quote. Identifies a quote, then explains the quote.

Paragraph layout is unclear

I can begin to organize my thoughts into a piece of writing.

Sentence Fluency

I can craft a piece of writing using a variety of sentence structures to enhance my writings style and meaning.

I can create flow and rhythm in my writing through purposeful sentence structures that add variety and energy.

I can attempt a variety of mechanical sentence structures in my writing, but I may have sentence fragments and run ons.

I can write simple sentences.

Transition words Run ons eliminated Complete sentences are used

choppy repetitive run-ons

Voice

I can create a piece of writing with unique phrases and expressions that clearly reveal the speakers voice to the audience.

I can construct a piece of writing that has an engaging voice.

I can create a piece of writing that has a functional voice.

I can write a piece that is without an identifiable voice.

adds emotion

relates theme/lesson to the reader

just state the facts without creating meaning for the reader. I can choose familiar words to explain my writings content.

Word Choice

I can select words that display an advancing vocabulary and enhance the content, mood, or tone for my audience.

I can choose specific words that help form the style of my writing and shape the content, mood, or tone.

Interesting hook transition words academic language (plot & characters) Words that persuade

I can choose functional words that begin to develop the content, mood, or tone for my audience.

Final Draft: Each trait is worth 15 points.(90 pts. total) Writing Process: 10 points given for showing edits/revisions from rough draft to final draft)

Final Draft: + _______________ 90

Writing Process: + ________________ 10

Total: + _____________ 100