Checklist (Gr 7) Name: ________________ Creative Story Writing Yes Sometimes No Title of the story and student’s name Double spaced, size 12 font Has at least 5 paragraphs (each paragraph indented) The story phrase is included in the writing (if applicable) Has a beginning, middle, and end Full sentences with details and descriptions Writing has been checked for capitals, punctuation, and spelling (CUPS) Story clearly connects with the picture and hooks the reader Story includes an opening and closing sentence Story describes the setting and character Comments: Total: /10 E.g. Title of Story By: Mrs. Thompson This is an example of how to properly format your story. First, make sure you have your font in size 12. Next, make sure it is double spaced. After that, you want to make sure each paragraph is indented. Each new paragraph goes on a new line (press enter), then to indent, press the tab button. Edit your writing using the CUPS strategy (capitals, understanding, punctuation, spelling). Finally, check that you have an opening and closing sentence. If you follow these instructions you will get at least 50% on your assignment! Checklist Name: ________________ Creative Story Writing (M) Yes Sometimes No Title of the story and student’s name, double spaced, size 12 font Has at least 3 paragraphs (each paragraph indented) Writing has been checked for capitals, punctuation, and spelling (CUPS) Story includes an opening and closing sentence Story describes the picture, characters, and setting Comments: Total: /10 E.g. Title of Story By: Mrs. Thompson This is an example of how to properly format your story. First, make sure you have your font in size 12. Next, make sure it is double spaced. After that, you want to make sure each paragraph is indented. Each new paragraph goes on a new line (press enter), then to indent, press the tab button. Edit your writing using the CUPS strategy (capitals, understanding, punctuation, spelling). Finally, check that you have an opening and closing sentence. If you follow these instructions you will get at least 50% on your assignment! Checklist (Gr 8) Name: ________________ Creative Story Writing Yes Sometimes No Title of the story and student’s name Double spaced, size 12 font Has at least 7 paragraphs (each paragraph indented) The story phrase is included in the writing (if applicable) Has a beginning, middle, and end Full sentences with details and descriptions Writing has been checked for capitals, punctuation, and spelling (CUPS) Story clearly connects with the picture and hooks the reader Story includes an opening and closing sentence Story describes the setting and character Comments: Total: /10 E.g. Title of Story By: Mrs. Thompson This is an example of how to properly format your story. First, make sure you have your font in size 12. Next, make sure it is double spaced. After that, you want to make sure each paragraph is indented. Each new paragraph goes on a new line (press enter), then to indent, press the tab button. Edit your writing using the CUPS strategy (capitals, understanding, punctuation, spelling). Finally, check that you have an opening and closing sentence. If you follow these instructions you will get at least 50% on your assignment!
