Sentence Fluency
 

I can take a word,
Put it into song.
Fashion some together
So, you really can't go wrong.
Fluency can,
Yes, fluency can.
Fluency makes our thoughts
do more than just be bland
and makes the world sound grand.
Fluency can,
Yes, fluency can.

(adapted from the song "Candy Man")

 

Trait | Rubric

 

Sentence Fluency

     Sentence fluency is the flow, rhythm, and sound of words.  Sentences are varied in length and structure.  Dialog is natural, sound good when read aloud, and connects thoughts.  Beginnings influence structure.  Sentences are crafted so that reading aloud is a pleasurable experience.

Rubrics

Kindergarten - 2nd

3rd - 5th