Elementary Writing Checklist
Use this checklist to evaluate elementary-level writing assignments and provide constructive feedback.
Student Name
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First Name
Last Name
Assignment Title
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Date of Evaluation
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Month
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Day
Year
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
Date
Grade Level
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Please Select
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
Other
Writing Elements Checklist
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Rows
Yes
No
Needs Improvement
Has a clear beginning
1
2
3
Has a clear middle
4
5
6
Has a clear ending
7
8
9
Uses correct capitalization
10
11
12
Uses correct punctuation
13
14
15
Uses correct spelling
16
17
18
Uses complete sentences
19
20
21
Uses descriptive details
22
23
24
Stays on topic
25
26
27
Creativity in Writing
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1
2
3
4
5
Neatness of Handwriting or Presentation
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1
2
3
4
5
Overall Organization of the Writing
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Poor
1
2
3
4
Excellent
5
1 is Poor, 5 is Excellent
Areas of Strength (select all that apply)
Strong introduction
Good use of vocabulary
Interesting details
Clear structure
Other
Areas for Improvement (select all that apply)
Needs better organization
Improve spelling
Use more details
Work on punctuation
Other
Additional Comments or Feedback
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