Rubrics for Grades 3-5

Rubric articles and examples specifically for the intermediate grade level (3-5).

Blank Rubric This blank grid will make it easy for you to create rubrics. This printable is customizable. Tailor the PDF to your needs by typing in the highlighted fields before printing. Fiction-Writing Content Rubric Analyze your student's fiction-writing with this organizational rubric. Grading the Writing of Your Students A list of general keys to grading your students' writing. Individual Pupil Checklist of Reading Skills A checklist to assess the reading level of your students. Literacy/Study Skills Observational Checklist -- Intermediate Use this checklist to assess children's competency with literacy/study skills. Revision Checklist This revision checklist is for students to complete after a writing assignment. Rubrics for Writing -- Elementary/Intermediate Give detailed feedback on children's writing with this rubric. Teacher's Form for Group Evaluation Evaluate students' participation and productivity within a group activity. This printable provides an excellent place to inform students of how one person's work in the group can affect all members. Writing Assignment Rubric Distribute a rubric that focuses on assessing persuasive and descriptive writing, as well as mechanics. Writing Skills Chart Use this chart to record the progress of your students' writing throughout the year. This printable is customizable. Tailor the PDF to your teaching needs by typing in the highlighted fields before printing. The Advantages of Rubrics: Part One in a Five-Part Series Distribute an article that explains what rubrics are, gives an easy-to-understand example, and lists their advantages. Rubrics and Checklists Articles and examples of rubrics are listed here and can be used with any grade level. Designing Rubrics to Fit Assignments Share an article that outlines ways to vary rubrics depending on the assignment. How to Use and Grade Rubrics A brief description of the purpose of rubrics, as well as how to use and grade them. Return to the Rubrics Library for Teachers

Walden University

Wondering about online education at Walden? Get answers to your questions, meet faculty, and learn what it's like to be a Walden student. Click here to check out our free Walden Forums!

November Calendar of Events

Use our Educators' Calendar to find activities and printables for every day in November, including Geography Awareness Week (Nov. 15–21) and Thanksgiving (Nov. 26). Plus celebrate American Indian Heritage Month and Aviation History Month all November long!

Continuity of Learning

Is the flu causing you or your students to miss class? Pearson introduces www.PearsonContinuity.com to help keep the doors of learning open. This new website offers print and online resources for students, parents, and teachers to continue education if the H1N1 virus or another crisis keeps children from attending school.

Teaching The Diary of Anne Frank

PBS MASTERPIECE is airing a new film in the spring based on The Diary of Anne Frank, and, in conjunction with Facing History and Ourselves, the MASTERPIECE team will be creating resources to help educators introduce this timeless story to students. You're invited to share your ideas about what activities and tools you'd like to use in your classroom at the PBS Teachers blog!

Bulletin Boards

Improve effectiveness and enjoyment of lessons with our bulletin board ideas and examples. They'll make your classroom visually appealing and stimulating for your students.

Top-Ranked Educational Program—100% Online

Equip your faculty with today's best practices through an MS in Curriculum and Instruction or an MS in Educational Administration—100% online from The University of Scranton. Find out more!