English language arts for 1st grade (page 12)

A free creative writing rubric for any form in three grade bands: original ideas, voice, word choice, organization, revision and conventions.

Checked 2026-10-30

A free writing conventions rubric in three grade bands: capitals, punctuation, spelling, grammar and usage, sentences and proofreading.

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A free readers theater rubric in three grade bands: fluency, expression, cues, volume and clarity, and teamwork.

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A free interview project rubric in three grade bands: prepared questions, follow-ups, listening and notes, courtesy, and sharing what was learned.

Checked 2026-10-30

A nonfiction passage about pill bugs for 1st grade, 90 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.

A nonfiction passage about how fireflies talk with light for 1st grade, 90 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.

A free oral report rubric in three grade bands: accurate content, organization, voice, eye contact, visual aid, time and questions.

Checked 2026-10-30

A nonfiction passage about snowshoe hares and seasons for 1st grade, 87 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.

A free story retelling rubric in three grade bands: characters, setting, events in order, problem and solution, and story words.

Checked 2026-10-30

A free skit rubric in three grade bands: script and story, lines, voice, acting, teamwork and the lesson the skit shows.

Checked 2026-10-30

A nonfiction passage about how a chameleon hunts for 1st grade, 94 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.

A free brochure project rubric in three grade bands: cover, accurate content, headings and layout, pictures and captions, audience and conventions.

Checked 2026-10-30

A nonfiction passage about how a mole lives underground for 1st grade, 97 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.

A free infographic rubric in three grade bands: title and message, accurate data, charts and icons, layout, short text and sources.

Checked 2026-10-30

A nonfiction passage about flamingo color and food for 1st grade, 89 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.

A nonfiction passage about woodpeckers for 1st grade, 88 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.

A free comic strip rubric in three grade bands: story, panel order, speech bubbles and captions, characters, drawings and content accuracy.

Checked 2026-10-30

A nonfiction passage about how a baby kangaroo grows for 1st grade, 94 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.

A free podcast rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): content, planning and script, speaking voice, and sound, ready to print or open in the rubric maker.

Checked 2026-10-30

A free board game project rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): the topic in play, clear rules, neat board and pieces, a game that works when classmates play.

Checked 2026-10-30

A nonfiction passage about frogs and toads compared for 1st grade, 94 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.

A nonfiction passage about a garden home for insects for 1st grade, 97 words, with five comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.

A free invention project rubric in three grade bands (K–2, 3–5, 6–8): a real problem, a labeled design, a working model, testing and changes, a clear explanation.

Checked 2026-10-30

A nonfiction passage about rain sticks for 1st grade, 81 words, with six comprehension questions, an answer key and vocabulary. Print it or read it big.