Format for Writing
Informative/Explanatory Writing
Do not do's
Elements of the Rubric
Strategyy
100

This is what you start the body paragraphs with and conclusion and also use within paragraphs too.

What is a transition?

100

True or False- Don't use personal pronouns like "I", "Me", "My", and "We".

What is True?

100

Hey I'm going to tell you about penguins!

What is do not talk to reader?

100

This section is a total of four points. It describes elements like how a writer should use clear and effective organizational structure. It also states how the essay should include logical progression of ideas. Transitional strategies should be utilized as well.

What is Focus, Organization, and Purpose?

100

What is the first things you should do before you begin reading the prompt?

What is make checklist and bubble map?

200

This statement restates the prompt and includes the three main points that you will discuss in your essay.

What is a thesis statement?

200

What part of the essay is a Bold Statement, Interesting Fact, Direct Quote, or Pose a Question?

What is a hook/ lead ?

200

I finished with 30 minutes extra!

What is do not close test or put head down?

200

This element is worth four points. It focuses on providing relevant evidence. Clear and effective expression of ideas is another important component. Various sentence structure and using appropriate vocabulary are also important.

What is Evidence and Elaboration?

200

What is the second thing you should do when you begin a writing a test?

What is read and understand the prompt?

300

Technology should be used all of the time because it allows people to have access to educational software, helps people to stay in contact with loved ones, and helps people to navigate where they need to go.

What is a thesis statement?

300

This sentence ends your paper. It is strong and concluding. It sums up what you have written about leaves the writer astounded.

What is a powerful statement or closing sentence?

300

Do you know about Penguins? According to the text, "...penguins are white and black." Penguins are considered rare birds because they can't fly, mate with same penguin entire life, and males sit on egg. 

What is do not cite in introduction?

300

This focuses on spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Students must demonstrate an adequate command of basic conventions. Some minor errors may be present.

What are Conventions of Standard English?

300

What is the third thing you should do when you begin a writing test?

What is Turn prompt into a question or statement that's easier to understand and write in bubble map?

400

What part of the essay is the following: Recycling is important for the preservation of present and future Earth!

What is a powerful / closing statement?

400

With the body paragraph, what is the following sentence:  Spiders help the environment by killing insects that carry diseases.

What is a mini thesis?

400

I hate penguins!

What is do not give your opinion?

400

Every essay needs an ______ and ______ to be complete?

What are introduction and conclusion?

400

What is the fourth thing you should do when you begin a writing test?

What is read sources with a purpose?

500

What part of an essay is the following:  Do you know what it means to recycle?

What is a hook or lead sentence?

500

For example, the text states that "..." (par. #, p. #).  Is called what in an essay?

What is evidence based terms?

500

Penguins are rare birds because they can't fly.  Horses can't fly either.  According to source 1, "Penguins have adapted to their environment and do not need to fly." 

What is do not lose focus?

500

It is very important that when you write you focus on the writing task. It is important to have strong command of language, vary sentence structure, align your ideas in a logical manner, and use grade-appropriate vocabulary. If all is complete, your score will be?

What is 10 points?

500

What is the fifth thing you should do when you begin a writing test?

What is decide on 3 reasons and evidence?

M
e
n
u