Grade 7 Writing Assignment for Friday, September the 20th, 2019.

Task: students are required to write at least a six paragraph descriptive essay on a place using the following topics discussed in class

Checklist

1)      a list of 3 places and 9 specific areas that could be examined

2)      a place described using your 5 senses, in chart format

3)      a list of things you experience as you enter the room, in jot note format

4)      describe the place from left-to-right, from top-to-bottom, or from clockwise position

5)      a rough copy with evidence of corrections

6)      a final copy with a clear introduction, middle, and ending

7)      the use of similes and metaphors

8)      paragraphs with topics sentences, supporting points, and concluding sentences

9)      proper spelling, thought, style, punctuation, capitalization, and grammar

10)  the use of a ‘catchy title’ or pun  to attract the attention of the reader

Due Date: Friday, September 20^th.

If the assignment is late, the student must provide a written explanation from his or her parent or guardian. Late assignments will be documented and noted on the upcoming progress reports.

• Make notes of the example provided from the class text, The Write Source.
• Submit your work on stapled sheets of paper. Do not hand in your notebook or a duo tang.

Rubric or Grading Sheet

                                  Levels              R         1          2          3          4

Topics

1. Evidence of                             R         1          2          3          4

Planning*

2. Reasoning                               R         1          2          3          4
3. Vocabulary                              R         1          2          3          4
4. Proofreading                           R         1          2          3          4

• The writer must provide the following: a list of narrowed down topics, a chart that uses your 5 senses, a list of things you experience as you enter the place, an edited rough copy, & final copy.

What you are required to do in order to complete your assignment:

1)      Do not procrastinate.  Get to work immediately and budget your time. By all means, do not play ‘the victim’ or provide excuses unless tragedies occur.

2)      Keep all hand written notes and avoid any younger siblings or small furry creatures from destroying your work.

3)      Do not leave work at school or at a relatives place.

4)      Check your printer, computer, software package, flash drive, and any other forms of technology so they do not mysteriously ‘crash’ prior to submission.

5)      If you decide to use a computer, you are required to do the following: make a back up by saving it on your hard drive, send an attachment to your e mail account, and save it on your flash drive.  Be sure to have your auto save feature set.