CATEGORY

25-22

21-17

16-12

11-0

Content - Accuracy

The entry contains accurate, specific, and useful information that pertains to the topic and is easily understood by the reader.

The entry contains accurate information, but is not as specific as it could be. Additional information would be more helpful to the reader.

The entry contains some misleading or incorrect information and is difficult for the reader to understand. It is not as helpful as it could be and does not contain specific examples.

The entry does not contain accurate information and is not helpful to the reader at all.

Connections to Stargirl

The entry demonstrates an understanding, comprehension, and awareness of the themes and issues discussed throughout Stargirl.

The entry demonstrates somewhat of an understanding, comprehension, and awareness of the themes and issues discussed throughout Stargirl. These connections may not be entirely clear.

The entry demonstrates a lesser understanding, comprehension, and awareness of the themes and issues discussed throughout Stargirl. The entry lacks clear connections to Stargirl.

The entry does not demonstrate an understanding, comprehension, or awareness of the themes and issues discussed throughout Stargirl. There are no connections to Stargirl.

Graphics/Pictures

Detailed graphics, diagrams, and illustrations provide a visual representation of the topic discussed. They make it easier for the reader to follow along and learn from the entry.

Graphics, diagrams, and illustrations are included, but are not as detailed and helpful as they could be. They assist the reader in learning from the entry but can be a bit confusing.

Graphics, diagrams, and illustrations are included sparingly. They do not assist the reader in learning from the entry.

Graphics, diagrams, and illustrations are not included at all or those present are unrelated to the entry.

Spelling & Proofreading

No spelling or mechanical errors remain after one person other than the typist reads and corrects the entry.

Few spelling or mechanical errors remain after one person other than the typist reads and corrects the entry.

Several spelling or mechanical errors remain after one person other than the typist reads and corrects the entry.  They do not interfere with the reader's ability to understand it.

Many spelling or mechanical errors remain after one person other than the typist reads and corrects the entry.  They interfere with the reader's ability to understand it.