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Rubrics by Subject
Rubrics By Subject offer targeted assessment tools for different academic areas. Whether you're teaching math, language arts, science, or social studies, these rubrics align with subject-specific standards and skills. They help you evaluate content knowledge, critical thinking, and application effectively. By using Rubrics By Subject, you make grading more precise and meaningful. Enhance your evaluation process with these specialized tools.
Tiger Rising STEM Experiment + STEM Project for Grades 4, 5, 6
Science, Technology, Engineering, STEM, Grade 4, 5, 6, Experiments, Activities, Projects, Diagrams, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics
This hands-on activity combines creativity and problem-solving as students design and build a tower for the safety of the tiger in the novel, Tiger Rising. Perfect for integrating literature and science, this challenge encourages students to apply engineering principles using simple materials while fostering teamwork and critical thinking. What’s Inside This Resource: Student Letter : A letter from Rob Horton introduces the challenge, linking the story to a real-world engineering task. Design Loop Graphic : A visual students can attach to their science journals, serving as a step-by-step guide throughout the activity. Detailed Instructions : Choose to print the guide as a packet or have students record each stage in their journals for an interactive experience. Teacher Tips : Practical guidance for crafting a clear problem statement with time constraints, materials, and success criteria tailored to your classroom. Skills Your Students Will Build: ✔ Problem-Solving : Identify obstacles and create inventive solutions. ✔ Engineering Design : Navigate the design loop—plan, construct, test, and refine. This page can easily be enlarged for a classroom poster. ✔ Critical Thinking : Assess their prototype’s performance and pinpoint ways to enhance it. ✔ Teamwork : Collaborate effectively to accomplish shared goals. Versatile Classroom Application: Whether as guided instruction or part of an integrated literature and science unit, this STEM activity encourages students to think creatively, document their process, and meet science and engineering standards. The rubric included is based on engineering concepts, but can also be used as a nonfiction writing rubric for cross-curricular options. Why Educators Love This Resource: ⭐ “My students were fully engaged, combining their passion for reading with STEM!” ⭐ “Simple to set up and encourages creativity and teamwork.” ⭐ “A seamless connection between literature and science for cross-curricular learning!” Encourage your students to provide a safe haven for the tiger (and Rob and Sistine?) and experience the excitement of engineering with this standards-aligned STEM adventure!
Author Kel's Klass
Tags 4th Grade Science Project, 4th Grade Science Experiment, 5th Grade Science Project, 5th Grade Science Experiment, 6th Grade Science Project, 6th Grade Science Experiment, Engineering Diagram, Science Graphic Organizer, Science Rubric, Tiger Rising
Stone Fox STEM Experiment + STEM Project for Grades 3, 4, 5
Science, Technology, Engineering, STEM, Grade 3, 4, 5, Experiments, Activities, Projects, Diagrams, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics
Little Willy is looking for a way to build a sled that will honor Searchlight, in this STEM project inspired by Stone Fox. This science project encourages problem-solving as students plan and construct a sled that will be able to carry Willy safely across a block of ice. Perfect for blending literature with science, it allows students to explore engineering concepts using simple supplies while promoting teamwork and critical thinking. What’s Inside This Resource: Student Letter : A heartfelt letter from Little Willy introduces the challenge, linking the story to a real-world engineering task. Design Loop Graphic : A visual students can attach to their science journals, serving as a step-by-step guide throughout the activity. Detailed Instructions : Choose to print the guide as a packet or have students record each stage in their journals for an interactive experience. Teacher Tips : Practical guidance for crafting a clear problem statement with time constraints, materials, and success criteria tailored to your classroom. Skills Your Students Will Build: ✔ Problem-Solving : Identify obstacles and create inventive solutions. ✔ Engineering Design : Navigate the design loop—plan, construct, test, and refine. This page can easily be enlarged for a classroom poster. ✔ Critical Thinking : Assess their prototype’s performance and pinpoint ways to enhance it. ✔ Teamwork : Collaborate effectively to accomplish shared goals. Versatile Classroom Application: Whether as guided instruction or part of an integrated literature and science unit, this STEM science project encourages students to think creatively, document their process, and meet science and engineering standards. The rubric included is based on engineering concepts, but can also be used as a nonfiction writing rubric for cross-curricular options. Why Educators Love This Resource: ⭐ “My students were fully engaged, combining their passion for reading with STEM!” ⭐ “Simple to set up and encourages creativity and teamwork.” ⭐ “A seamless connection between literature and science for cross-curricular learning!” Encourage your students to help Little Willy achieve his goals and experience the excitement of engineering with this standards-aligned STEM adventure!
Author Kel's Klass
Tags 4th Grade Science Project, 4th Grade Science Experiment, 5th Grade Science Project, 5th Grade Science Experiment, Engineering Diagram, Science Graphic Organizer, Science Rubric, 3rd Grade Science Project, 3rd Grade Science Experiment, Stone Fox
Personal Narrative Writing, Graphic Organizer, Rubric & Examples
Creative Arts, Common Core, Grade 5, 6, Graphic Organizers, Teacher Tools, Templates, Rubrics, Writing Prompts, Worksheets & Printables
Get your class writing every day with this easy to follow resource for personal narrative writing.Personal narratives are stories about yourself. Most students get stumped in the writing process when it comes to generating ideas... well not anymore! This guide will help take your young authors on the writing journey. It will show them how to write from the very first steps of coming up with an idea all the way to writing a conclusion. It is fool proof, easy to leave plans for a substitute and to take the headache and scariness out of writing for you as the teacher! Personal Narrative curriculum is a must! We can't expect that students just know how to write. There is structure that is involved. Every story with this kit will have a killer beginning, middle and end. It will eliminate students' need to repeat themselves and truly get to the heart of their story. Students are lost when it comes to telling their own stories. You get stuck with a list of “And then… and then.. and then…” Break those bad habits with this Personal Narrative Writing Set! Students will be able to tell a fluent story with suspense and intrigue! With this resource you will get: full set of teacher plans examples of great writing to share with your class student writing pages tips and tricks on how to break writer’s slump (and the kid that says “I have nothing to write about”) reflection pages that help create better writers for your future writing pieces scoring rubric for teachers to use for themselves or for data or during conference time with parents countless tips and tricks to enhance your students’ personal narrative writing Start with this 20 page framework and make writing a breeze in your class!
Author Big Apple Teaching
Tags Personal Narrative, Writing, Dialogue, Grammar, Descriptive Words, Setting The Scene, Vivid Verbs, Adjectives, Sentence Starters, Writing Prompts
Because of Winn Dixie STEM Experiment + STEM Project for Grades 3-5
Science, Technology, Engineering, STEM, Grade 3, 4, 5, Experiments, Activities, Projects, Diagrams, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics
Engage your students in a hands-on STEM challenge inspired by Because of Winn-Dixie ! This exciting activity combines engineering, creativity, and problem-solving as students design and build a pet-friendly shelter for Winn-Dixie, the lovable dog who’s afraid of storms. Perfect for blending literature with science, this challenge encourages young minds to apply engineering principles using simple materials, all while developing teamwork, critical thinking, and innovation. What’s Included in This Resource: Student Letter : An engaging letter from Opal invites students to participate in the challenge, drawing a direct connection between the story’s problem and the real-world task. The Design Loop Visual : This visual aid is a great tool for students to glue into their science journals for easy reference. It can easily be enlarged as a classroom poster. Step-by-Step Directions : Detailed instructions that can be printed or written into science journals for a hands-on approach. These directions ensure that students stay on track while working through each part of the challenge. Teacher Notes : Helpful guidance to assist you in creating a clear problem statement, establishing success criteria, and setting time limits and materials. Tailor these instructions to fit your classroom’s needs. Key Skills Developed: ✔ Problem-Solving : Encourage students to identify challenges and develop creative, effective solutions. ✔ Engineering Design : Teach the design process by having students follow the design loop to plan, construct, test, and refine their pet shelters. (Discussing area and perimeter will enhance this design specifically.) ✔ Critical Thinking : Help students evaluate their designs, analyze their prototypes, and identify ways to improve them. ✔ Collaboration : Foster teamwork as students collaborate to achieve a common goal. Flexible Classroom Use: This STEM challenge is perfect for guided instruction or as part of a broader literature and science unit. It provides an opportunity for students to connect their love of reading with real-world applications, improving both their scientific knowledge and creative abilities. Why Teachers Love It: ⭐ “My students were so engaged! It brought their love for reading into STEM learning.” ⭐ “This activity is simple to set up and promotes creativity and teamwork.” ⭐ “The combination of literature and science created an ideal cross-curricular experience for my class.” Inspire your students to help Winn-Dixie solve his stormy dilemma and ignite their passion for engineering with this fun, standards-aligned STEM challenge!
Author Kel's Klass
Tags 4th Grade Science Project, 4th Grade Science Experiment, 5th Grade Science Project, 5th Grade Science Experiment, Engineering Diagram, Science Graphic Organizer, Science Rubric, Because Of Winn Dixie, 3rd Grade Science Project, 3rd Grade Science Experiment
Dear Mr. Henshaw STEM Experiment + STEM Project for Grades 3, 4, 5
Science, Technology, Engineering, STEM, Grade 3, 4, 5, Experiments, Activities, Projects, Diagrams, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics
Leigh Botts from Dear Mr. Henshaw needs your help! This STEM project encourages problem-solving as students plan and construct a device that will help protect Leigh's lunch from a sneaky thief. Perfect for blending literature with science, it allows students to explore engineering concepts using simple supplies while promoting teamwork and critical thinking. What’s Inside This Resource: Student Letter : A pleading letter from Leigh introduces the challenge, linking the story to a real-world engineering task. Design Loop Graphic : A visual students can attach to their science journals, serving as a step-by-step guide throughout the activity. Detailed Instructions : Choose to print the guide as a packet or have students record each stage in their journals for an interactive experience. Teacher Tips : Practical guidance for crafting a clear problem statement with time constraints, materials, and success criteria tailored to your classroom. Skills Your Students Will Build: ✔ Problem-Solving : Identify obstacles and create inventive solutions. ✔ Engineering Design : Navigate the design loop—plan, construct, test, and refine. This page can easily be enlarged for a classroom poster. ✔ Critical Thinking : Assess their prototype’s performance and pinpoint ways to enhance it. ✔ Teamwork : Collaborate effectively to accomplish shared goals. Versatile Classroom Application: Whether as guided instruction or part of an integrated literature and science unit, this STEM activity encourages students to think creatively, document their process, and meet science and engineering standards. The rubric included is based on engineering concepts, but can also be used as a nonfiction writing rubric for cross-curricular options. Why Educators Love This Resource: ⭐ “My students were fully engaged, combining their passion for reading with STEM!” ⭐ “Simple to set up and encourages creativity and teamwork.” ⭐ “A seamless connection between literature and science for cross-curricular learning!” Encourage your students to solve Leigh’s challenge and experience the excitement of engineering with this standards-aligned STEM adventure!
Author Kel's Klass
Tags 4th Grade Science Project, 4th Grade Science Experiment, 5th Grade Science Project, 5th Grade Science Experiment, Engineering Diagram, Science Graphic Organizer, Science Rubric, 3rd Grade Science Project, 3rd Grade Science Experiment, Dear Mr. Henshaw
Word Study and Vocabulary Strategies Guided Reading Lesson Plans
ELA, Reading, Writing, Elementary, Activities, Teacher Tools, Games, Projects, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Quizzes and Tests, Rubrics
Introduce or review (test prep!) your students’ word comprehension skills with this engaging 10-day mini-unit designed to make vocabulary learning interactive and effective! Perfect for upper elementary or middle school classrooms, this resource dives into Greek and Latin roots , word work strategies , guided reading and word comprehension through a variety of vocabulary activities and vocabulary games. What’s Included: Daily Lessons & Word Work: Explore prefixes, suffixes, Greek and Latin root words, dictionary and thesaurus skills, context clues, analogies, homophones, homonyms, homographs, synonyms, and antonyms through fun, hands-on activities, interactive notes, and creative projects. Vocabulary Activities & Games: Engage students with word work strategies like flashcards, sentence strip tasks, word art, creative writing and class sharing to reinforce understanding. Work Designed for Fun: Assignments (either classwork or homework) such as the “Make Your Own Word” Flip Book and creative writing tasks keep students motivated while reinforcing key concepts. Cumulative Test: Conclude the unit with a comprehensive Greek and Latin Roots Test (Day 11), complete with an answer key for easy grading or choose from different word part projects that include rubrics for assessment. Flexible Lesson Options: Expand the Unit: Add more practice, vocabulary games, or activities to focus on specific Greek and Latin roots or word comprehension strategies. Shorten the Unit: Focus only on Greek and Latin root words for a streamlined approach. Why Teachers Love It: Interactive & Fun: From word work activities to group study games, students will love the variety of vocabulary strategies and tools included. Adaptable for Every Classroom: Flexible design makes it easy to fit your schedule. Homework tasks can also double as in-class or center work for classrooms with limited homework policies. Prep Made Simple: Print-and-go packets, curated video resources, and minimal setup required! Teacher Prep Checklist: Print the “A Study of Words” packet for each student. Gather materials like sentence strips, index cards, and any required tech tools. Preview videos and websites from the Day-by-Day Plan . With this word work and vocabulary strategies mini-unit , you’ll empower students to unlock the meaning of words, improve their comprehension, and build essential vocabulary skills through fun and interactive word work strategies. Watch their confidence grow as they master etymology and the wonderful world of words!
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Greek And Latin Roots, Word Work, Homonyms, Homophones, Homographs, Synonyms, Antonyms, Analogies, Content Clues, Guided Reading Lesson Plans
Number the Stars STEM Experiment + STEM Project for Grades 4, 5, 6
Science, Technology, Engineering, STEM, Grade 4, 5, 6, Experiments, Activities, Projects, Diagrams, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics
This hands-on activity combines creativity and problem-solving as students design and build a basket for Anne Marie to get the package safely to Uncle Henrik, based on the novel Number the Stars ! Perfect for integrating literature and science, this challenge encourages students to apply engineering principles using simple materials while fostering teamwork and critical thinking. What’s Inside This Resource: Student Letter : A letter from Anne Marie introduces the challenge, linking the story to a real-world engineering task. Design Loop Graphic : A visual students can attach to their science journals, serving as a step-by-step guide throughout the activity. Detailed Instructions : Choose to print the guide as a packet or have students record each stage in their journals for an interactive experience. Teacher Tips : Practical guidance for crafting a clear problem statement with time constraints, materials, and success criteria tailored to your classroom. Skills Your Students Will Build: ✔ Problem-Solving : Identify obstacles and create inventive solutions. ✔ Engineering Design : Navigate the design loop—plan, construct, test, and refine. This page can easily be enlarged for a classroom poster. ✔ Critical Thinking : Assess their prototype’s performance and pinpoint ways to enhance it. ✔ Teamwork : Collaborate effectively to accomplish shared goals. Versatile Classroom Application: Whether as guided instruction or part of an integrated literature and science unit, this STEM activity encourages students to think creatively, document their process, and meet science and engineering standards. The rubric included is based on engineering concepts, but can also be used as a nonfiction writing rubric for cross-curricular options. Why Educators Love This Resource: ⭐ “My students were fully engaged, combining their passion for reading with STEM!” ⭐ “Simple to set up and encourages creativity and teamwork.” ⭐ “A seamless connection between literature and science for cross-curricular learning!” Empower your students to solve Anne Marie's immediate need and experience the excitement of engineering with this standards-aligned STEM adventure!
Author Kel's Klass
Tags 4th Grade Science Project, 4th Grade Science Experiment, 5th Grade Science Project, 5th Grade Science Experiment, 6th Grade Science Project, 6th Grade Science Experiment, Engineering Diagram, Science Graphic Organizer, Science Rubric, Bridge To Terabithia
Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 4th Grade with Checklist
ELA, Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 4, Rubrics, Teacher Tools, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Writing Rubrics and Checklists for 4th Grade. This 24-page writing rubric bundle assists 4th grade students and teachers during informative, narrative, and opinion writing assignments. Students utilize the included checklists to ensure their writing meets requirements to achieve high scores. Teachers benefit from detailed 1-5 scoring rubrics covering introduction, content, organization, language, conventions, focus, and more. The bundle promotes student writing success through targeted checklists aligned with teacher scoring guidelines. Implement during whole-group writing instruction, small writing groups, or individual writing conferences. Appropriate for remote and in-person learning. Editable scorecards allow personalized student feedback. Compatible with various 4th grade narratives, informational texts, and opinion pieces. For many writing units for 3rd - 5th grade students and K-2nd grade that are specifically from the K-5 Treasures author of these products that are perfect to use with this rubric, click on the links below: Fall | Back to School Writing Prompt BUNDLE! 3rd-5th Grade Thanksgiving Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Winter Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Christmas Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Martin Luther King Jr. Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Valentine's Day Writing Activities for 3rd - 5th Grade: Narrative, Opinion, and Informative President's Day Writing Activities for 3rd - 5th Grade: Narrative, Opinion, and Informative Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts for 3rd - 5th Grade Easter Narrative Writing, Easter Opinion Writing, and Easter Informative Writing Prompts for 3rd - 5th Grade K-2nd Grade Writing Units SUMMER ESL Writing Prompts and Drawing for K-2nd Grade Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts with Vocabulary Words for K-2nd Grade For other rubrics for more grades, click on the links below: Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 3rd Grade with Checklist Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 4th Grade with Checklist Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 5th Grade with Checklist
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Writing Rubrics, Opinion Writing Rubric, Informative Writing Rubric, Narrative Writing Rubric, Writing Assessment, Writing Rubric For 4th Grade, 4th Grade Writing Rubric, 4th Grade Writing Assessment, Fourth Grade Writing
Ask and Answer Questions | Using the RACE Rubric
ELA, Literature, Grade 2, 3, 4, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
With this resources, students will Ask and Answer Questions using the RACE rubric. There are full size and mini posters included for student reference. The RACE/RACED rubric is meant to guide and support students when they are answering questions. There are 12 story cards included that are printed 3 per page. A worksheet set will accompany these story cards so students can practice answering questions.
Author Siri Latina
Tags Ask Questions, Answer Questions, Literature, RACE Rubric, RACED Rubric, Text-dependent Questions, Word Problems, Comprehension Questions, Raced Rubric
Dear Mr. Henshaw Choice Board and Rubric
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Creative Writing, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 2, 3, 4, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
Choice boards are a great way to reach many interests and abilities in diverse classrooms. Whether needing to differentiate higher or lower, the variety of assignment options allows for student choice at their appropriate response level, and allows teachers to see what students truly grasp from the texts they are reading. Dear Mr. Henshaw, written by Beverly Cleary, is a novel appropriate for 2nd through 4th grades. The choice board includes nine activities and multiple rubrics for teacher choice in grading. The tasks are as follows: read and research an author design a lunchbox trap (science integration) respond to questions from an author's perspective collage building (theme) character map creation (character + plot) letter writing compare and contrasting (new vocabulary included) map skills (map included, social studies integration) paragraph writing Each activity included either has a direction sheet with specific instructions or an actual worksheet to guide them through the tasks they fill out. The expectation is set for students to complete three activities in a tic-tac-toe format, but can be utilized in different ways in each classroom. Rubrics are included that allow for open response (and more information included from students), as well as teacher choice in how to assess student knowledge. Tags: choice boards, reading, writing, social studies, map skills, differentiated learning, student choice, rubrics, cross curricular File Types: PDF Number of Pages: 17
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Choice Boards, Reading, Writing, Social Studies, Map Skills, Differentiated Learning, Student Choice, Rubrics, Cross Curricular
Physical Education Rubric Bundle
P.E. & Health, Physical Education, Not Grade Specific, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
Physical Education Rubric Bundle This bundle provides 5 rubrics to assess key physical education skills for elementary and middle school students. The colorful, easy-to-use rubrics cover overhand throwing, catching, stationary ball kicking, basketball dribbling, and soccer ball dribbling. Teachers can use these rubrics to evaluate skill development and provide feedback to students. The rubrics define performance levels from beginning to mastery to help students understand expectations and track progress. Versions in color and black-and-white are included. These rubrics support standards-based PE instruction and continuous assessment. Use them for individual, small group, or whole class evaluation. The rubrics facilitate targeted feedback so students can improve performance. Modify grade levels or skills as needed.
Author Gems from the Gym
Tags Physical Education, Rubric, Assessment, Graphic Organizer, Bundle, Pe Rubric, Rubric For Physical Education, Elementary Physical Education Rubrics
The Mouse and the Motorcycle STEM Experiment + STEM Project
Science, Technology, Engineering, STEM, Grade 3, 4, 5, Experiments, Activities, Projects, Diagrams, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics
Help design and build a four-wheeled car for Ralph, the adventurous mouse, from The Mouse and the Motorcycle . Perfect for integrating literature and science, this challenge guides students to apply engineering principles using simple materials while fostering teamwork and critical thinking. What’s Inside This Resource: Student Letter : A fun letter from Ralph introduces the challenge, linking the story to a real-world engineering task. Design Loop Graphic : A visual students can attach to their science journals, serving as a step-by-step guide throughout the activity. Detailed Instructions : Choose to print the guide as a packet or have students record each stage in their journals for an interactive experience. Teacher Tips : Practical guidance for crafting a clear problem statement with time constraints, materials, and success criteria tailored to your classroom. Skills Your Students Will Build: ✔ Problem-Solving : Identify obstacles and create inventive solutions. ✔ Engineering Design : Navigate the design loop—plan, construct, test, and refine. This page can easily be enlarged for a classroom poster. ✔ Critical Thinking : Assess their prototype’s performance and pinpoint ways to enhance it. ✔ Teamwork : Collaborate effectively to accomplish shared goals. Versatile Classroom Application: Whether as guided instruction or part of an integrated literature and science unit, this STEM activity encourages students to think creatively, document their process, and meet science and engineering standards. The rubric included is based on engineering concepts, but can also be used as a nonfiction writing rubric for cross-curricular options. Why Educators Love This Resource: ⭐ “My students were fully engaged, combining their passion for reading with STEM!” ⭐ “Simple to set up and encourages creativity and teamwork.” ⭐ “A seamless connection between literature and science for cross-curricular learning!” Inspire your students to solve Ralph’s problem and discover the joy of engineering with this fun, standards-aligned STEM challenge!
Author Kel's Klass
Tags 4th Grade Science Project, 4th Grade Science Experiment, 5th Grade Science Project, 5th Grade Science Experiment, Engineering Diagram, Science Graphic Organizer, Science Rubric, 3rd Grade Science Project, 3rd Grade Science Experiment, The Mouse And The Motorcycle
Bridge to Terabithia STEM Experiment + STEM Project for Grades 4, 5, 6
Science, Technology, Engineering, STEM, Grade 4, 5, 6, Experiments, Activities, Projects, Diagrams, Teacher Tools, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics
Bring literature to life with this exciting STEM activity inspired by Bridge to Terabithia ! This challenge sparks creativity and problem-solving as students plan and construct a bridge for King Jesse as he plans to make entrance to Terabithia safer. Perfect for blending literature with science, it allows students to explore engineering concepts using simple supplies while promoting teamwork and critical thinking. What’s Inside This Resource: Student Letter : A letter from Jesse introduces the challenge, linking the story to a real-world engineering task. Design Loop Graphic : A visual students can attach to their science journals, serving as a step-by-step guide throughout the activity. Detailed Instructions : Choose to print the guide as a packet or have students record each stage in their journals for an interactive experience. Teacher Tips : Practical guidance for crafting a clear problem statement with time constraints, materials, and success criteria tailored to your classroom. Skills Your Students Will Build: ✔ Problem-Solving : Identify obstacles and create inventive solutions. ✔ Engineering Design : Navigate the design loop—plan, construct, test, and refine. This page can easily be enlarged for a classroom poster. ✔ Critical Thinking : Assess their prototype’s performance and pinpoint ways to enhance it. ✔ Teamwork : Collaborate effectively to accomplish shared goals. Versatile Classroom Application: Whether as guided instruction or part of an integrated literature and science unit, this STEM activity encourages students to think creatively, document their process, and meet science and engineering standards. The rubric included is based on engineering concepts, but can also be used as a nonfiction writing rubric for cross-curricular options. Why Educators Love This Resource: ⭐ “My students were fully engaged, combining their passion for reading with STEM!” ⭐ “Simple to set up and encourages creativity and teamwork.” ⭐ “A seamless connection between literature and science for cross-curricular learning!” Empower your students to solve Jesse’s challenge and experience the excitement of engineering with this standards-aligned STEM adventure!
Author Kel's Klass
Tags 4th Grade Science Project, 4th Grade Science Experiment, 5th Grade Science Project, 5th Grade Science Experiment, 6th Grade Science Project, 6th Grade Science Experiment, Engineering Diagram, Science Graphic Organizer, Science Rubric, Bridge To Terabithia
Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 5th Grade with Checklist
ELA, Writing, Resources for Teachers, Grade 5, Rubrics, Teacher Tools, Worksheets, Worksheets & Printables
Writing Rubrics and Checklists for 5th Grade. This 27-page bundle provides 5th grade teachers with the tools they need to support student growth in writing. Specifically, it includes informative, narrative, and opinion writing rubrics that use a 1-5 scale to assess introduction, support, organization, language/vocabulary, development/setting, plot/conflict, and conventions. Detailed checklists outlining the criteria students should meet for proficient writing are also provided. By providing students with clear expectations and examples of what quality writing looks like, teachers can confidently evaluate student work. The rubrics and checklists facilitate meaningful feedback and allow teachers to track growth over time. They are versatile resources that can be used for whole-class writing instruction, small group lessons, or individual writing conferences. Appropriate for a range of ability levels, these materials help develop 5th grade students into skilled, thoughtful writers. For many writing units for 3rd - 5th grade students and K-2nd grade that are specifically from the K-5 Treasures author of these products that are perfect to use with this rubric, click on the links below: Fall | Back to School Writing Prompt BUNDLE! 3rd-5th Grade Thanksgiving Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Winter Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Christmas Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Martin Luther King Jr. Writing Prompts for 3rd-5th Grade Valentine's Day Writing Activities for 3rd - 5th Grade: Narrative, Opinion, and Informative President's Day Writing Activities for 3rd - 5th Grade: Narrative, Opinion, and Informative Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts for 3rd - 5th Grade Easter Narrative Writing, Easter Opinion Writing, and Easter Informative Writing Prompts for 3rd - 5th Grade K-2nd Grade Writing Units SUMMER ESL Writing Prompts and Drawing for K-2nd Grade Spring Narrative Writing, Spring Opinion Writing, and Spring Informative Writing Prompts with Vocabulary Words for K-2nd Grade For other rubrics for more grades, click on the links below: Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 3rd Grade with Checklist Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 4th Grade with Checklist Writing Rubric BUNDLE for 5th Grade with Checklist
Author K-5 Treasures
Tags Writing Rubrics, Opinion Writing Rubric, Informative Writing Rubric, Writing Rubric For 5th Grade, 5th Grade Writing Rubric, Narrative Writing Rubric, 5th Grade Writing Assessment, Writing Assessment
Shooting the Moon Choice Board and Rubric
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Writing, Creative Writing, Language Development, Vocabulary, Grade 4, 5, 6, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
Choice boards are a great way to reach many interests and abilities in diverse classrooms. Whether needing to differentiate higher or lower, the variety of assignment options allows for student choice at their appropriate response level, and allows teachers to see what students truly grasp from the texts they are reading. Shooting the Moon , written by Frances O'Roark Dowell is a novel appropriate for 4th through 6th grades. The choice board includes nine activities and multiple rubrics for teacher choice in grading. The tasks are as follows: learning how to play gin (following directions) putting together a timeline (social studies cross curricular) letter writing (plot) collage options (2 - one text related one personal) research and reporting (plot + nonfiction reading) supporting veterans research and presentation (persuasive writing) compare and contrasting (characters) paragraph writing Each activity included either has a direction sheet with specific instructions or an actual worksheet to guide them through the tasks they fill out. The expectation is set for students to complete three activities in a tic-tac-toe format, but can be utilized in different ways in each classroom. Rubrics are included that allow for open response (and more information included from students), as well as teacher choice in how to assess student knowledge. Tags: choice boards, reading, writing, social studies, differentiated learning, student choice, rubrics, cross curricular File Types: PDF Number of Pages: 20
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Choice Boards, Reading, Writing, Differentiated Learning, Student Choice, Rubrics, Cross Curricular, Social Studies
Locomotor Skills Rubric Bundle
P.E. & Health, Physical Education, Not Grade Specific, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
Locomotor Skills Rubric Bundle is a physical education resource that includes 7 rubrics to assess students' locomotor skills: running, leaping, galloping, side-sliding, hopping, horizontal jumping, and skipping. These rubrics are formative assessments that help evaluate skill acquisition in elementary and middle school students. Physical education teachers can use these EdTPA-friendly rubrics for whole group instruction. The bundle comes in full color and black and white. It is designed to engage students while assessing cardiovascular fitness, coordination, teamwork, accuracy, and more. Detailed instructions provide guidance on implementing the assessments. Set-up diagrams are also included. This resource can be used year after year to measure skill development in PE classes.
Author Gems from the Gym
Tags Rubric, Bundle, Locomotor Skills, Physical Education, Assessments, Locomotor Lesson Plans
Math Journal Rubric: Assess Middle School Mathematical Practice Standards and Math Written Responses
, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
Math Journal Rubric: A Guide to Assess Middle School Mathematical Practice Standards and Math Written Responses This is a useful tool for middle school math teachers; it is specifically designed for grades 5 through 9. With a focus on word problems in math subjects, this rubric can add a new way of assessing your students' math skills at the middle/intermediate levels. The rubric includes 4 evaluation categories: Process: This assesses the strategy implemented by a student to find solutions. Vocabulary: This measures how effectively students use relevant math terms during explanations. Completeness: Students are evaluated based on how accurately they detail each step leading towards solution. Creative Representation: Students are encouraged to include corresponding diagrams or images along with their solutions to demonstrate their understanding. Each evaluation category has four levels of achievement: not yet meeting, minimally meeting, fully meeting, and exceeding. You can use this rubric to mark any open-ended math word problem prompt! I have my students do a math journal prompt once or twice a month, and this is an easy way to assess that work and look for problem areas and growth. If you would like a bundle of 20 Middle School Math Journal Prompts , that is also available in my store. Alignment with Mathematical Practice Standards (1-8) This tool aligns with and makes assessment of many of the Mathematical Practice Standards easy and efficient. For example: CCSSMP1 (Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them), CCSSMP2 (Reason abstractly quantitatively), and CCSSMP3 (Construct viable arguments & critique others). Grades to Use With: This math rubric is designed to be used in the middle grades (5-9) to assess Mathematical Practice Standards and your students' ability to share their ideas about math in pictures, numbers, and words. What's Included: 2 page PDF: Title Page and Math Journal Rubric: ready to print and use immediately!
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Math Journal, Rubric, Mathematical Practice Standards, Word Problems, Evaluation, Math Rubric, Math Assessment, Math Ideas, Middle School Math, Math
Volleyball Skills Rubric Bundle
P.E. & Health, Physical Education, Not Grade Specific, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
Volleyball Skills Rubric Bundle An educational resource designed for a stress-free physical education assessments . It's straightforward yet comprehensive, covering various locomotor skills from running and hopping, to skipping and side-sliding. Ideal for elementary and middle school students and adjustable for high school levels. Effortless Grading & Easy Interpretation A simple grading system paired with a student-friendly key making it a useful tool in your teaching arsenal. The bundle is printer-ready so you can either create color posters for the class or distribute black-and-white copies individually. Versatility & Adaptability: The product shines in its versatility across different game scenarios & environments. Modification suggestions based on skill level or gym size are included. Packed with efficient organizational methods that encourage maximum volume of physical activity (MVPA). A Resource For All Teachers This bundle isn't just for PE teachers! Classroom educators can also use these rubrics during recess time to create active play times using individual products within the bundle. Beyond Sports: The games improve essential skills ranging from catching to teamwork, hand-eye coordination, racket accuracy, to agility. Detailed instructions in an easy-to-understand format are provided ensuring a just and secure play environment. In conclusion, fill your academic years with this versatile Volleyball Skills Rubric Bundle that allows you to engage students anew each year without losing quality or content.
Author Gems from the Gym
Tags Volleyball Skills, PE Assessment, Locomotor Skills, Physical Education Games, Skill Development
Basketball Dribble Rubric
P.E. & Health, Physical Education, Not Grade Specific, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
The Basketball Dribble Rubric The Basketball Dribble Rubric is a comprehensive teaching resource designed specifically to support physical education for students. This tool focuses on the critical skill of dribbling in basketball, adopting a systematic approach to guide learners' progress in skill acquisition. Being intrinsically EdTPA friendly, it demonstrates its utility not just for established educators but also for pre-service teachers seeking evidence-based methods. Formative Assessment Constructed as a formative rubric, it undertakes the vital task of assessing students' ongoing development in mastering precision and control required for successful dribbling. It smartly separates the Final Success Score and Component Score Scale , facilitating easy grading while ensuring individualized attention to each learner's progress story. Versatility & Useability The rubrics are available in two distinct versions - vibrant color and restrained black-and-white - allowing users to either highlight visual engagement or provide simplified clarity. All necessary details are encapsulated in two pages within one ready-to-print PDF file. Beyond mere assessment tools – they serve as dovetailing components within larger PE classes and game-based activities aligning with cognitive and physical goals. Focused Skill Development & Integration The resources transform recess sessions from unsystematic play into structured activities that help build different skills such as threading accuracy & agility into sporting habits to boosting cardiovascular endurance. They guide organizing games aiming at maximally engaging student participation - interactions that improve throwing prowess, enhance running stamina or refine goalkeeping technique among many others. School Events Relevance Beyond isolated physical skills development - the Basketball Dribble Rubric also finds functional relevance during school events such as field days or reward functions where instrumentality comes paired with fun-filled enjoyment. To summarize: the Basketball Dribble Rubric manifests itself both tangibly – through cards encapsulating step-by-step instructions and abstractly – by fostering a culture of teamwork and sportsmanship, reminding all stakeholders that the joy of learning extends well beyond academic boundaries.
Author Gems from the Gym
Tags Basketball, Dribbling, Physical Education, Skill Acquisition, Rubric
Partner Reading Rubric
ELA, Reading, Grade 2, 3, 4, 5, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
Whether we are introducing a new skill or getting ready to review one that students have already learned, there is one thing we ask ourselves. How will I assess this skill? We have to be able to determine mastery for many reasons. Understanding a student’s level of mastery will guide our instruction and give us concrete samples to communicate with families and the necessary staff. This is a Partner Reading Rubric to support these efforts. PDF format. How to Use This Resource: You can print this rubric any time you need to assess the reading skills of your students, specifically during partner reading. There is space for you to acknowledge mastery of each skill across the space of 5 different dates. If you need to assess for mastery more than this, you can print off multiple pages and attach them to one another. What You Get: A 1-page rubric with 3 focus sections: 1. Punctuation (5 indicators) 2. Fluency and Delivery (5 indicators) 3. Accuracy (9 indicators) I hope you enjoy! Take A Look At Some Of My Best Sellers: Drawing Multiplication Sums Worksheet Animal Diets Worksheet Nouns Worksheet Making Inferences Worksheet Push or Pull Printable Grade 5 Division Worksheet You can find more resources at my storefront here: https://teachsimple.com/contributor/elementary-resources-4-u
Author Elementary Resources 4 U
Tags Reading Assessment, Partner Reading, Reading Rubric, Fluency, Reading Skills, Punctuation, Grammar, Letter Sounds
DBQ Writing Guide & Evaluation Rubric
ELA, Writing, Research, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
This resource is a DBQ Writing Guide & Evaluation Rubric. This will introduce students to Document Based Questions as well as reinforce this concept for other students. This packet is jam-packed with step-by-step guides and instructions to utilize DBQ effectively. Whether you need it printed or paperless, you get both options here. Follow the editable presentation and give students access to the resources and you're good to go. Evaluation rubrics are included to properly assess and assign grades to writing tasks.
Author Creating History
Tags Research, Writing Guide, Evaluation, Rubrics, Graphic Organizers, Dbq Layout
Overhand Throw Rubric
P.E. & Health, Physical Education, Not Grade Specific, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
Overhand Throw Rubric: An Excellence in Teaching Resource The Overhand Throw Rubric is a teaching resource crafted for the exhilarating game of BucketBall. It enhances students' throwing accuracy levels, offering an educational adventure that tingles their competitiveness. Application Range This resource is suitable for elementary to middle school grades. An effective tool in public schools and homeschooling setups. Favored by visual learners due to student-friendly visual aids incorporated in it. Ease of Usage & Durability The Overhand Throw Rubric provides comprehensive set-up instructions with backing visuals. The organization of material guarantees ease of usage across multiple years - thus promising long-lasting returns from an educational standpoint. Versatility at its Core This rubric has potential applications extending beyond just large group physical education classes or smaller settings; like church youth groups or summer camp programs focused on cardiovascular fitness-driven activities. A Vital Tool For Teachers The Overhand Throw Rubric fits seamlessly into the PE teacher's overall lesson plan structure and caters effectively to recess hangouts led by classroom teachers as well as small group activities during field days or seasonal reward days! Holistic Development Features Highlighted: Diverse skill enhancement – eye-hand coordination, goalkeeping competence, running speed, teamwork quickness among others. Moderate health improvement variables such as Cardiovascular endurance. In Conclusion: Involving this tool in your planning toolkit could help manage large group games in a fair and safe manner that accommodates varied skill levels. The Overhand Throw Rubric indeed creates a conducive learning climate where assessment coincides with excitement.
Author Gems from the Gym
Tags Throwing Accuracy, Physical Fitness, Educationally Fun, Visual Aids, Versatile
Narrative Rubric Teacher Version
ELA, Writing, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
This is a Narrative Rubric Teacher Version. This rubric comes with 4 different categories to score student work.
Author ELA Resources
Tags Narrative, Writing, Rubric, Writing Rubric, Writing Assessment, Teacher Guide, Grammar, Syntax
Hopping Rubric
P.E. & Health, Physical Education, Not Grade Specific, Rubrics, Teacher Tools
Hopping Rubric This hopping rubric is a formative assessment tool for physical education teachers to evaluate students' skill levels in hopping. It includes a final success score and component score scale to easily grade student performance. Teachers can utilize this rubric during hopping activities with the whole class or small groups. It assesses multiple aspects of hopping such as form, rhythm, and coordination. The rubric criteria promote proper technique, balance, spatial awareness, and control. This practical resource comes in full color and black and white. It is designed to engage students while monitoring progress. The rubric can be used repeatedly year after year for various hopping lessons and units. It is a versatile assessment that keeps students motivated to refine their skills. This product is one example of the detailed and engaging resources available in my online store for physical education teachers. Please visit to discover more full lesson plans focused on developing coordination, teamwork, fitness, and enjoyment of movement.
Author Gems from the Gym
Tags Exercise, Physical Education, Rubrics, Assessments