NARRATIVE WRITING
Needs improvement Good
Structure There is minimal consideration
given to a beginning, middle
or end
Content The content is simple with
minimal attempt to engage
the reader. Lack of
identification of both
characters and settings
Vocabulary Some use of words and
phrases
Spelling Contains several mistakes of
common words
Punctuation Lack of punctuation
Sentence Includes simple sentences
Structure and meaning can mostly be
constructed
Excellent
There is some use of a
beginning, middle and end
with a consistent flow and
attempt to include
paragraphs
Contains appropriate content
that attempts to engage the
reader with good description.
Characters and the setting
are established
Precise words used to
develop detail
Contains correct spelling of
simple words and strong
attempts of difficult words
Regular use of punctuation
Meaning is clear through
simple sentences and
attempts of complex
sentences
An easy to follow story
including an established clear
beginning, middle and end
with paragraphs visible
Outstanding use of
description with the attempt
to include narrative devices
(humour, suspense, genre)
Consistent use of appropriate
and well-thought out words to
enhance meaning
Correct spelling of simple and
difficult words with success or
strong attempts with
challenging words
Precise and consistent use of
punctuation
Includes complex sentences
and meaning is precise