Designing a Healthier, Happier Meal

Ideas/Content

• Position is clearly stated.
• Appropriate factual or personal information effectively supports or expands the position.
• Argument is convincing with appropriate appeals to reason, emotion or authority.
• Alternative viewpoints are identified and effectively addressed.

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Organization

• Introduction is engaging and draws readers in.
• Argument is developed in a clear, logical structure that guides readers purposefully through the text.
• Key points stand out clearly.
• Paragraphs are used effectively to organization information.
• Ideas flow smoothly and in a logical manner.
• Transitions are natural and help to make a cohesive essay.
• Conclusion is clear and goes beyond summarizing.

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Voice

• Voice is engaging and draws readers in.
• Tone is appropriate for the topic, purpose and audience.
• Writer's commitment to the position is evident to the reader.
• There is a clear awareness and consideration of the intended audience.

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Word Choice

• Precise diction is used.
• Words are used correctly and effectively to enhance meaning.
• Words capture interest.

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Sentence Fluency

• Sentences begin in a variety of ways and effectively move readers from one sentence to the next.
• A variety of sentence structures and lengths create a natural flow and rhythm.

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Conventions

• Correct grammar, usage, and mechanics (spelling and punctuation) are used consistently throughout.
• Minor errors do not distract the reader.
• Punctuation is used purposefully and effectively to guide the reader and enhance the argument.

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