This Middle School Writing Rubric for grades 6 - 8 includes a writing checklist. This rubric has four categories: ideas, organization, style, and conventions. This general writing rubric can be used for both creative and expository writing. There are five possible points in each category for a total of 20 points, and students and teachers can easily understand what is required. There s a place for students to write their name and teacher's name, and then students can evaluate themselves and tu