| Criteria | Exceeds Expectations (S) | Meets Expectations (E) | Goal for Improvement (G) |
| Content/Quality of Information | 10 Facts Information goes beyond basic facts | 7 Facts Sufficient information included in explanations | Less than 7 Facts Explanations too brief |
Graphics Maps Pictures |
Includes more than 3 graphics | Includes 2 graphics | Includes 1 graphic |
Mechanics Punctuation Capitals Sentences Spelling Grammar
| Thoroughly proofread Mostly free of errors | Some errors present, but proofreading is evident | Many errors in mechanics Proofreading not evident |
| Overall Appearance | All work is neatly typed and well organized | Effort is shown in typed work and organization | Work illegible Organization is poor |