Non Fiction Writing Rubric

Content, Purpose and Audience 8

(Wa)
 The material is relevant and the
content well developed.
 A wide variety of vocabulary is
well chosen for the purpose/text
type, e.g. powerful verbs, some
imagery etc
 The relevant language features
are used for the text type.
 Writing is interesting and
engaging with lots of detail.
Text Structure and Organisation 7
(Wt)
 There is a clear structure with
well organised content within the
paragraphs.
 Chronological or logical links
between paragraphs to develop
ideas.
 The use of devices throughout
such as connectives is achieved.
Sentence structure and 7
punctuation (Wp)
 The use of complex sentences,
e.g. using a wide range of
connectives, e.g. although,
meanwhile etc.
 Grammar is almost always
accurate throughout the text.
 Punctuation is used accurately
for sentences and speech.
 Commas are always used in lists
and usually to mark clauses.
Spelling 3
 Spelling is generally correct
 througout.
 Correct spelling of most, not all,
polysyllabic words, e.g. appear,
information, making, possible,
probably, wondering, search etc.