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

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