Writer’s Workshop Evaluation

Name _________________________ Date _______________

Assignment ________________________________________

Writing Process (All items should be handed in with the final copy)

5 points each

1. Brainstorming

2. Rough Draft

3. Evidence of editing

• Signed by peer editor

• Signed by parent/guardian

Writing Mechanics

10 points each

1. Uses capital letters when appropriate

2. Uses correct punctuation (Quotations used appropriately!)

3. Writes complete sentences (No sentence fragments or run-on sentences!)

4. Correct spelling

Content __________

45 points

1. Did the author follow the directions/guidelines for this piece of writing?

2. Is the story/information clear and focused?

3. Does the story/information hold the reader’s attention?

4. Does it contain supporting details and descriptive words?

5. Did the author make appropriate word choices?

6. Does the story/information have an introduction, body and conclusion?

7. Does each paragraph have a clear topic sentence, which expresses the main idea?

Total points __________ Grade earned __________

Comments:

Parent Signature: _______________________________

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