Writing Checklist... a reference

Writing Checklist
Name_____________________________________
Writing Assignment________________________________
Prewriting
􀂃 I have thought enough about my thesis.
􀂃 I understand how much time is needed to complete the essay.
􀂃 I know the steps I will take to complete the essay.
􀂃 I have an outline, web, or graphic organizer to help me organize my ideas.
Meaning
􀂃 I understand what point(s) I am trying to make.
􀂃 I have stated my thesis clearly.
􀂃 I have used words that will help people understand my meaning.
􀂃 I have shown evidence of original thinking.
Development
􀂃 I have used many details, examples, and/or quotations to support my thesis.
􀂃 I have fully developed my ideas.
􀂃 I have used accurate information.
􀂃 I have related all of my ideas to my thesis.
Organization
􀂃 I have included an introduction that clearly supports my thesis.
􀂃 I have several supporting paragraphs.
􀂃 I have an order that helps to develop my ideas.
􀂃 I have used transitions that help my ideas and paragraphs flow smoothly.
􀂃 I have a conclusion that helps to pull my ideas together.
Language/Mechanics
􀂃 I have used a variety of sentence structure.
􀂃 I have added rich vocabulary and/or figurative language.
􀂃 I have reviewed my work for correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and other errors.
Reflection
􀂃 I have written something new or original about my thesis.
􀂃 I have received helpful feedback from my peers and teacher.
􀂃 I know what I can do next time to improve my writing.