A rubric is a scoring tool that explicitly represents the performance expectations for an assignment or piece of work. A rubric divides the assigned work into component parts and provides clear descriptions of the characteristics of the work associated with each component, at varying levels of mastery.

Four point rubrics measure the learning on a four point scale. The four points measure the degree in which the learning objective was met. The image below generalizes the point categories.

Using a rubric in narrative writing provides guidance and structure both for the student as well as the teacher. You can use the rubric to emphasize expectations you have for your students, such as supporting their ideas and having a thesis statement.

The four-point rubric uses four potential points the student can earn for each area, such as 1) strong, 2) developing, 3) emerging, and 4) beginning.

The Six Traits of writing are Voice, Ideas, Presentation, Conventions, Organization, Word Choice, and Sentence Fluency.

Grades are more useful and meaningful: ​When students get clear grades and feedback on a four point scale, they can monitor their progress and set goals for their learning. Teachers can also provide more specific feedback on how to improve from a “3” to a “4”, using the rubric.

First of all, what is narrative writing? It's writing that tells a story. The basic elements that you will focus on with this age group are character, setting, and plot (problem & solution).