Expectation

Outstanding

Proficient

Basic

Below Expectations

Demonstrates
knowledge of the
book (characters,
setting and story
line)

Clearly demonstrates
knowledge of the
book including
characters, setting
and story line

Includes some
information about
the characters,
setting and story line

Missing many
elements about the
book

It is not clear that

you read the book

Followed directions
for chosen project

All directions were

followed and you
went above and
beyond what I
expected

Most directions were

followed but it was
lacking some
creativity

Most directions were

followed but little or
no creativity was
included

Project was missing

many elements of
the chosen project

Grammar/Spelling/
Mechanics Correct

Grammar and
spelling errors may
have been present
but do not take away
from the project

Grammar and
spelling were a
problem; many took
away from the
project

Too many grammar

and spelling errors;
clearly needed to be
edited

Project is attractive
and organized,
includes appropriate
art, graphics, etc.

Your project is
attractive and well
organized

Completed project
turned in by the
expected due date

Project turned in on
time with grade
sheet attached

Your project is
attractive or well put
together but it is
missing something
like arts or graphics
Project deadline is
met; but missing
grade sheet

Grammar and
spelling took away
from the project and
left the reader
feeling as if they
were reading a rough
draft
Your project is plain
and may have
organization issues;
it has no art or
graphics
Project not complete
and missing grade
sheet

Your project is poorly

put together and/or
messy. It is missing
art or graphics
Did not turn in
project