Grade 11 Narrative Writing Process Rubric
Drafting
Prewriting
Common Core Standards: Writing
W3 CCR Anchor Standard: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or
events using effective techniques, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences.
W3: Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective
techniques, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences.
W.3a Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events
using effective techniques, well-chosen details, and well-structured event
sequences.
 Conduct a self analysis of strengths and weaknesses.
 Narrow and refine focus and topic. (Ideas)
 Use strong organization structure. (Organization)
 Use an engaging introduction with narrative techniques.
 Use effective details and smooth progression of events.
W.3b Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description, and
reflection, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.
 Sustain an authentic voice. (Voice)
 Maintain appropriate pace.
 Apply methods of characterization.
W.3c Use a variety of techniques to sequence events so that they build on
one another to create a coherent whole and build toward a particular tone
and outcome (e.g., a sense of mystery, suspense, growth or resolution).
 Sequence, build and integrate events.
 Build tone through word choice.
 Use words, phrases, and clauses appropriately. (Word Choice)
 Vary syntax. (Sentence Fluency)
 Demonstrate appropriate and complex usage.
 Use parallel structure.
 Use appropriate style, tone, voice and mood.
W.3d Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and sensory language
to convey a vivid picture of the experiences, events, setting and/or
characters.
 Use language, especially verbs and sensory descriptions, to create
realistic images, plot, setting and characters.
 Demonstrate a sophisticated use of figurative language.