Rubric

	Below 8th Consider re-doing. (18-19) (weakest)	Beginning D-range (20-23 pts.)	Emerging C-range (24-26 pts.)	Proficient B-range (27-29 pts.)	Above 8th A-range (30-33 pts.) (strongest)
Develop Story W.8.3b Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, and reflection, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.	The piece reads as an informational text and needs development of character, conflict, plot, setting.	The piece shows some development of setting, plot, conflict, or character, but does not read as an authentic experience.	The piece shows developing inclusion of setting, plot, conflict, or character, but does not read as an authentic experience.	A story and fictional account of the Holocaust includes a variety of elements of plot going beyond just character, conflict, and setting.	A story and fictional account of the Holocaust includes a variety of elements of plot going beyond just character, conflict, and setting to include character motivation, theme, symbolism, and/or figurative language.
Vivid Language & Creativity W.8.3d Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to capture the action and convey experiences and events.	Piece needs stronger and more vivid word choice and descriptions throughout. Elementary word choices and many words misused. Writing contains many cliché ideas and an uninspired style.	Piece needs stronger and more vivid word choice and descriptions throughout. Elementary word choices and many words misused. Writing contains many cliché ideas and an uninspired style.	Some strong words and descriptions. Some above average word choices however, many words are used inappropriately. Writing contains a few creative ideas but style is mostly uninspired.	Strong words and descriptions throughout. Many words are above average and used appropriately throughout the work. Writing is somewhat creative. Some new and imaginative ideas. Good writing.	Strong, vivid words and descriptions throughout. Words are above average, and used appropriately throughout the work. Writing is extremely creative. Ideas and style is refreshing and imaginative. Talented writing.
Integrates Setting Elements from Multiple Credible Sources whole document W.8.8 Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources.	This piece does not address the elements of setting explored yesterday and does not accurately represent the time period.	This piece shows a lack of connection between elements of setting and the piece. They may seem sort of thrown in.	This piece uses the elements of setting and begins to use them as elements of conflict, characterization, figurative language.	This piece uses the elements of setting to fully develop an authentic writing piece and the elements serve as clear indicators of conflict, characterization, figurative language, and setting	This piece feels authentic, thanks to its integration of both obvious and hidden elements of setting in the piece.