Writing Rubric : Text Types and Purposes 写作标准 : 文本类型及目的
E.W.2.A.1 能够用1个简单句清楚地指出要说明/介绍的事物。
Introduce a topic clearly with a simple sentence.
E.W.2.B.1 能够用2个以上的简单句介绍事物,比如特点或种类等。
Explain the topic with 2 or more simple sentences describing factors such as characteristics or categories.
E.W.2.C.1 全文包含1个以上连接词,如:“和”或“也”等连接词。
Use 1 or more non-repeating linking words and phrases (e.g., also, and) to connect ideas within categories of information.
E.W.2.D.1 词语以高频常用词为主,不需要用到书面语。
Use mainly high frequency vocabulary familiar to students.
Writing Rubric : Production and Distribution 写作标准 : 构思及表述
E.W.4.2.1 能够根据要说明的事物写题目。
Provide a title suitable for the topic described in the text.
E.W.4.2.2 以简单句为主;两个简单句可以是重复句型,只是关键词不同;也可以是简单的非重复句型 (比如,第一种情况:米饭很香。面条也很香。第二种情况:中国有很多食物。中国食物很好吃。)。
Use mainly simple sentences; 2 sentences can be of repetitive structure with only difference in the key phrase; sentences can also be non-repetitive structure. Example sentences are provided in Chinese.
E.W.4.2.3 整篇文章至少3个句子。
The whole text made up of at least 3 sentences.
E.W.4.2.4 能够准确使用标点符号(。?)。
Use accurate punctuation. Punctuation marks expected at this level are listed in Chinese.
E.W.4.2.6 整篇文章至少能够使用一半汉字,不会的汉字写拼音。
Must contain at least 50% Chinese characters; pinyin is allowed in place of some Chinese characters.
E.W.4.2.7 拼音可以有拼写错误,但是不影响理解词语和句子的意思
Mis-use of pinyin tolerated if readability is not affected.
E.W.4.2.8 错字不影响理解词语和句子的意思。
Mis-use of characters/phrases tolerated if readability is not affected.
E.W.4.2.9 语法错误不影响理解句子的意思。
Mis-use of grammar tolerated if readability is not affected.
Mentor Texts (Simplified & Traditional ) 范文 (简体 & 繁体)

Simplified 简体
中国食物
Chinese Food

Traditional 繁體
中國食物
Chinese Food

Simplified 简体
做冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Traditional 繁體
做冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Writing Prompts (Simplified & Traditional) 作文题目 (简体 & 繁体)
Graphic Organizers (Simplified &Traditional) 构思图 (简体 & 繁体)
Printables for Rubric/Standards (Simplified & Traditional) 写作标准打印版(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Student Checklist (Simplified & Traditional) 学生写作清单(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Writing Rubric : Text Types and Purposes 写作标准 : 文本类型及目的
G.W.2.A.1 能够在文章开头用1句话清楚地指出要说明/介绍的事物。
Introduce a topic clearly with a simple sentence.
G.W.2.B.1 能够用3个以上的句子来介绍事物的一个方面或不同方面,或者步骤、顺序 (不要求使用表示步骤的词语,但是能够把先做的事情写在前面)。
Explain the topic with 3 or more sentences discussing one or more aspects and some indication of order (procedural writing).
G.W.2.C.1 全文包含2个以上关联词,明确句子关系,比如,因果关系或者转折关系等。
Use 2 or more non-repeating linking words and phrases (e.g. and, because) to connect ideas within categories of information. Examples shown in Chinese.
G.W.2.D.1 词语以高频常用词为主,整篇文章包含1-2个书面语(有名)。
Use mainly high frequency vocabulary familiar to students but also introduce 1-2 formal vocabulary. Example of formal vocabulary for this level shown in Chinese.
G.W.2.E.1 能够在文章的最后用1句话结束文章。
Provide a concluding sentence to the topic presented.
Writing Rubric : Production and Distribution 写作标准 : 构思及表述
G.W.4.2.1 能够根据要说明的事物写题目。
Provide a title suitable for the topic described in the text.
G.W.4.2.2 句子以简单句和简单的复合句为主 (比如,很多人都喜欢吃中国食物(简单句)。中国食物很有名,因为中国食物很好吃。(复合句))。
Use mainly simple sentences or simple compound sentences. Example sentences are provided in Chinese
G.W.4.2.3 整篇文章至少5个句子。
The whole text made up of 5 or more sentences.
G.W.4.2.4 能够准确使用标点符号(,。?!)。
Use accurate punctuation. Punctuation marks expected at this level are listed in Chinese.
G.W.4.2.5 包含1个运用说明方法的句子(举例子、打比方)。
Use a strategy such as explanation or examples to introduce the topic.
G.W.4.2.6 整篇文章至少能够使用75%的汉字,不会的汉字写拼音。
Must contain at least 75% Chinese characters; pinyin is allowed in place of some Chinese characters .
G.W.4.2.7 拼音可以有拼写错误,但是不影响理解词语和句子的意思
Mis-use of pinyin tolerated if readability is not affected.
G.W.4.2.8 错字不影响理解词语和句子的意思。
Mis-use of characters/phrases tolerated if readability is not affected.
G.W.4.2.9 语法错误不影响理解句子的意思。
Mis-use of grammar tolerated if readability is not affected.
Mentor Texts (Simplified & Traditional ) 范文 (简体 & 繁体)

Simplified 简体
中国食物
Chinese Food

Traditional 繁體
中國食物
Chinese Food

Simplified 简体
冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Traditional 繁體
冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Writing Prompts (Simplified & Traditional) 作文题目 (简体 & 繁体)
Graphic Organizers (Simplified &Traditional) 构思图 (简体 & 繁体)
Printables for Rubric/Standards (Simplified & Traditional) 写作标准打印版(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Student Checklist (Simplified & Traditional) 学生写作清单(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Writing Rubric : Text Types and Purposes 写作标准 : 文本类型及目的
I.W.2.A.1 能够在文章开头用1-2句话清楚地指出要说明/介绍的事物。
Introduce a topic clearly with 1-2 sentences at the beginning of the text.
I.W.2.B.1 能够说明事物的2个以上不同方面或者前后步骤、顺序,能够简单解释原因或者使用简单的步骤词语说明顺序(如:先、后、再、然后、最后等)。
Explain the topic from 2 or more different aspects supported with specific reasoning or with specific indication of order (procedural writing).
I.W.2.B.2 能够根据介绍方法组织文章结构和分段落(如:组成部分、前后顺序或步骤等介绍方法)。
Organize ideas into paragraphs by using strategies such as classification, procedure etc.
I.W.2.C.1 全文包含2个以上关联词,能够使用合适的关联词说明事物或者表达步骤等。句子关系有: 承接关系、因果关系、转折关系、选择关系、并列关系、递进关系、假设关系等。
Use 2 or more non-repeating linking words and phrases (e.g. and, because) to help explain the topic or the order of a set of steps. Examples shown in Chinese.
I.W.2.D.1 词语以高频常用词为主,整篇文章包含2-3个书面语(特点、季节、清淡)。
Use mainly high frequency vocabulary familiar to students but also introduce 2-3 formal vocabulary. Example of formal vocabulary for this level shown in Chinese.
I.W.2.E.1 能够在结尾用1-2句话总结所介绍的事物。
Use 1-2 sentences to provide a concluding statement to the topic presented.
Writing Rubric : Production and Distribution 写作标准 : 构思及表述
I.W.4.2.1 能够根据要说明的事物写题目。
Provide a title suitable for the topic described in the text.
I.W.4.2.2 句子以简单句和复合句为主 (比如,很多人都喜欢吃中国食物。(简单句)因为中国很大,所以在不同地方,人们吃的食物也不同。(复合句))。
Use mainly simple sentences or simple compound sentences. Example sentences are provided in Chinese.
I.W.4.2.3 能够把文章至少分成3段,结构清晰;整篇文章至少9个句子。
The whole text consists of at least 9 sentences, grouped into at least 3 paragraphs.
I.W.4.2.4 能够准确使用标点符号(,,。?!:“ ”)。
Use accurate punctuation. Punctuation marks expected at this level are listed in Chinese.
I.W.4.2.5 包含1个运用说明方法的句子(举例子、打比方、分类别) 。
Use a strategy such as explanation, examples or classification to introduce the topic.
I.W.4.2.6 整篇文章至少能够使用90%的汉字,不会的汉字写拼音。
Must contain at least 90% Chinese characters; pinyin is allowed in place of some Chinese characters.
I.W.4.2.7 拼音可以有拼写错误,但是不影响理解词语和句子的意思
Mis-use of pinyin tolerated if readability is not affected.
I.W.4.2.8 错字不影响理解词语和句子的意思。
Mis-use of characters/phrases tolerated if readability is not affected.
I.W.4.2.9 语法错误不影响理解句子的意思。
Mis-use of grammar tolerated if readability is not affected.
Mentor Texts (Simplified & Traditional ) 范文 (简体 & 繁体)

Simplified 简体
中国食物
Chinese Food

Traditional 繁體
中國食物
Chinese Food

Simplified 简体
冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Traditional 繁體
冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Writing Prompts (Simplified & Traditional) 作文题目 (简体 & 繁体)
Graphic Organizers (Simplified &Traditional) 构思图 (简体 & 繁体)
Printables for Rubric/Standards (Simplified & Traditional) 写作标准打印版(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Student Checklist (Simplified & Traditional) 学生写作清单(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Writing Rubric : Text Types and Purposes 写作标准 : 文本类型及目的
K.W.2.A.1 能够在文章开头用1-2句话清楚地指出要说明/介绍的事物。
Introduce a topic clearly with 1-2 sentences at the beginning of the text.
K.W.2.B.1 能够说明事物的2个以上不同方面或者前后步骤、顺序, 并能够解释相关的原因和结果。
Explain the topic from 2 or more different aspects supported with specific reasoning and conclusion or with specific indication of order (procedural writing).
K.W.2.B.2 能够根据介绍方法组织文章结构和分段落(如:类别、组成部分、前后顺序或步骤、产生的原因、结果或影响等介绍方法)。
Organize ideas into paragraph by using strategies such as classification, procedure, cause and effect/impact etc.
K.W.2.B.3 能够包含例子或细节解释不同的方面或者步骤。
Develop the topic with concrete details or examples related to the topic.
K.W.2.C.1 全文包含3个以上关联词,能够使用合适的关联词连接句子,帮助作者清楚地说明事物,表达步骤或者解释原因和结果等。句子关系有:承接关系、因果关系、转折关系、选择关系、并列关系、递进关系、假设关系等。
Use 3 or more non-repeating linking words and phrases (e.g. and, because) to help explain the topic or cause and effect or the order of a set of steps. Examples shown in Chinese.
K.W.2.D.1 词语以高频常用词为主,整篇文章包含3-5个书面语(历史、发展、习惯、变换、丰富)。
Use mainly high frequency vocabulary familiar to students but also introduce 3-5 formal vocabulary. Example of formal vocabulary for this level shown in Chinese.
K.W.2.E.1 能够在结尾用2-3句话总结所介绍的事物。
Use 2-3 sentences to provide a concluding statement to the topic presented.
Writing Rubric : Production and Distribution 写作标准 : 构思及表述
K.W.4.2.1 能够根据要说明的事物写题目。
Provide a title suitable for the topic described in the text.
K.W.4.2.2 句子以复合句为主。
Use mainly compound sentences.
K.W.4.2.3 能够把文章至少分成3段,结构清晰;全文至少12个句子。
The whole text consists of a minimum of 12 sentences, grouped into at least 3 paragraphs.
K.W.4.2.4 能够准确使用标点符号(,。?!:“ ” ...... 、;)。
Use accurate punctuation. Punctuation marks expected at this level are listed in Chinese.
K.W.4.2.5 包含1个运用说明方法的句子(举例子、打比方、分类别) 。
Use a strategy such as explanation, examples or classification to introduce the topic.
K.W.4.2.6 整篇文章允许使用1-5个拼音。
Allow upto 5 characters/phrases in pinyin.
K.W.4.2.7 拼音可以有拼写错误,但是不影响理解词语和句子的意思。
Mis-use of pinyin tolerated if readability is not affected.
K.W.4.2.8 错字不影响理解词语和句子的意思(只能有1-5个错字)。
Mis-use of characters/phrases tolerated if readability is not affected and no more than 5 mistakes.
K.W.4.2.9 语法错误不影响理解句子的意思(只能有1-5个语法错误)。
Mis-use of grammar tolerated if readability is not affected and no more than 5 mistakes.
Mentor Texts (Simplified & Traditional ) 范文 (简体 & 繁体)

Simplified 简体
中国饮食
Chinese Food

Traditional 繁體
中國飲食
Chinese Food

Simplified 简体
自己做冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Traditional 繁體
自己做冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Writing Prompts (Simplified & Traditional) 作文题目 (简体 & 繁体)
Graphic Organizers (Simplified &Traditional) 构思图 (简体 & 繁体)
Printables for Rubric/Standards (Simplified & Traditional) 写作标准打印版(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Student Checklist (Simplified & Traditional) 学生写作清单(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Writing Rubric : Text Types and Purposes 写作标准 : 文本类型及目的
M.W.2.A.1 能够在文章开头用1-2句话清楚地写出要介绍的事物。
Introduce a topic clearly with 1-2 sentences at the beginning of the text.
M.W.2.A.2 能够在文章第一段引起读者兴趣或共鸣(比如问句,修辞方法等)。
Generate interest or resonance in the first paragraph by using a question, rhetorical methods, etc.
M.W.2.B.1 能够说明事物的3个以上不同方面或者前后步骤、顺序, 并能够详细解释相关的原因和结果。
Explain the topic from 3 or more different aspects supported with specific reasoning and conclusion or with specific indication of order (procedural writing).
M.W.2.B.2 能够根据介绍方法组织文章结构和分段落(如:类别、组成部分、前后顺序或步骤、产生的原因、结果或影响等介绍方法)。
Organize ideas into paragraph by using strategies such as classification, procedure, cause and effect/impact etc.
M.W.2.B.3 能够包含例子或细节解释不同的方面或者步骤。
Develop the topic with concrete details or examples related to the topic.
M.W.2.C.1 全文包含3个以上关联词,能够使用合适的关联词连接句子,帮助作者清楚地说明事物,表达步骤或者解释原因和结果等。句子关系有:承接关系、因果关系、转折关系、选择关系、并列关系、递进关系、假设关系等。
Use 3 or more non-repeating linking words and phrases (e.g. and, because) to help explain the topic or cause and effect or the order of a set of steps. Examples shown in Chinese.
M.W.2.D.1 包含一半高频词语和一半书面语(比如,学科专有词语等)。
Text consists of half high frequency vocabulary familiar to students and half formal vocabulary.
M.W.2.E.1 能够在最后一段用整段话总结所介绍的事物。
Provide a concluding paragraph related to the topic presented.
Writing Rubric : Production and Distribution 写作标准 : 构思及表述
M.W.4.2.1 能够根据要说明的事物,并用书面语写题目。
Provide a title, using formal language, suitable for the topic described in the text.
M.W.4.2.2 句子以复合句为主。
Use mainly compound sentences.
M.W.4.2.3 能够把文章至少分成4段,结构清晰;全文至少15个句子。
The whole text consists of a minimum of 15 sentences, grouped into at least 4 paragraphs.
M.W.4.2.4 包含多种标点符号,并能准确使用(,。?!:“ ” ...... 、;《》)。
Use variety of punctuation. Punctuation marks expected at this level are listed in Chinese.
M.W.4.2.5 包含1个运用说明方法的句子(举例子、打比方、分类别、作比较)。
Use a strategy such as explanation, examples, classification or compare/contrast to introduce the topic.
M.W.4.2.6 整篇文章允许使用1-3个拼音。
Allow upto 3 characters/phrases in pinyin.
M.W.4.2.7 拼音可以有拼写错误,但是不影响理解词语和句子的意思。
Mis-use of pinyin tolerated if readability is not affected.
M.W.4.2.8 错字不影响理解词语和句子的意思(只能有1-5个错字)。
Mis-use of characters/phrases tolerated if readability is not affected and no more than 5 mistakes.
M.W.4.2.9 语法错误不影响理解句子的意思(只能有1-5个语法错误)。
Mis-use of grammar tolerated if readability is not affected and no more than 5 mistakes.
Mentor Texts (Simplified & Traditional ) 范文 (简体 & 繁体)

Simplified 简体
中国饮食文化
Chinese Food Culture

Traditional 繁體
中國飲食文化
Chinese Food Culture

Simplified 简体
自制冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Traditional 繁體
自製冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Writing Prompts (Simplified & Traditional) 作文题目 (简体 & 繁体)
Graphic Organizers (Simplified &Traditional) 构思图 (简体 & 繁体)
Printables for Rubric/Standards (Simplified & Traditional) 写作标准打印版(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Writing Rubric : Text Types and Purposes 写作标准 : 文本类型及目的
O.W.2.A.1 能够在文章开头用1-2句话清楚地写出要介绍的事物。
Introduce a topic clearly with 1-2 sentences at the beginning of the text.
O.W.2.A.2 能够在文章第一段引起读者兴趣或共鸣(比如问句,修辞方法,名人名言等)。
Generate interest or resonance in the first paragraph by using a question, rhetorical methods, etc.
O.W.2.B.1 能够说明事物的3个以上不同方面或者前后步骤、顺序, 并能够解释相关的原因和结果。
Explain the topic from 3 or more different aspects supported with specific reasoning and conclusion or with specific indication of order (procedural writing).
O.W.2.B.2 能够根据介绍方法组织文章结构和分段落(如:类别、组成部分、前后顺序或步骤、产生的原因、结果或影响、小标题、年代表、要点等介绍方法)。
Organize ideas into paragraphs by using strategies such as classification, procedure, cause and effect/impact etc.; including formatting such as headings, timeline etc.
O.W.2.B.3 能够包含细节、例子或数据。
Develop the topic with concrete details, data or examples related to the topic.
O.W.2.C.1 全文包含3个以上关联词,能够使用合适的关联词连接句子,帮助作者清楚地说明事物,表达步骤或者解释原因和结果等。句子关系有:承接关系、因果关系、转折关系、选择关系、并列关系、递进关系、假设关系等。
Use 3 or more non-repeating linking words and phrases (e.g. and, because) to help explain the topic or cause and effect or the order of a set of steps. Examples shown in Chinese.
O.W.2.D.1 包含少部分高频词语,大部分词语是书面语(比如,学科专有词语等)。
Use mainly formal vocabulary.
O.W.2.E.1 能够在最后一段用整段话总结所介绍的事物,包括所介绍事物的特点或主要方面。
Provide a concluding paragraph related to the topic and characteristics presented.
Writing Rubric : Production and Distribution 写作标准 : 构思及表述
O.W.4.2.1 能够根据要说明的事物,并用书面语写题目。
Provide a title, using formal language, suitable for the topic described in the text.
O.W.4.2.2 句子以复合句为主;少数句子包含2个以上从句。
Use mainly compound sentences; small portion of sentences made up of 2 or more subordinate clauses.
O.W.4.2.3 能够把文章至少分成4段,结构清晰;全文至少18个句子。
The whole text consists of a minimum of 18 sentences, grouped into at least 4 paragraphs.
O.W.4.2.4 包含多种标点符号,并能准确使用(,。?!:“ ” ...... 、;《》)。
Use variety of punctuation. Punctuation marks expected at this level are listed in Chinese.
O.W.4.2.5 包含至少2个运用说明方法的句子(举例子、打比方、分类别、作比较、作引用)。
Use 2 or more strategies such as explanation, examples, classification, reference or compare/contrast to introduce the topic.
O.W.4.2.5 包含1个运用说明方法的句子(举例子、打比方、分类别、作比较)。
Use a strategy such as explanation, examples, classification or compare/contrast to introduce the topic.
O.W.4.2.6 整篇文章都使用汉字。
Whole text must contain only characters.
O.W.4.2.7 错字不影响理解词语和句子的意思(只能有1-3个错字)。
Mis-use of characters/phrases tolerated if readability is not affected and no more than 3 mistakes.
O.W.4.2.8 语法错误不影响理解句子的意思(只能有1-3个语法错误)。
Mis-use of grammar tolerated if readability is not affected and no more than 3 mistakes.
Mentor Texts (Simplified & Traditional ) 范文 (简体 & 繁体)

Simplified 简体
中国饮食文化
Chinese Food Culture

Traditional 繁體
中國飲食文化
Chinese Food Culture

Simplified 简体
自制冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Traditional 繁體
自製冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Writing Prompts (Simplified & Traditional) 作文题目 (简体 & 繁体)
Graphic Organizers (Simplified &Traditional) 构思图 (简体 & 繁体)
Printables for Rubric/Standards (Simplified & Traditional) 写作标准打印版(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Writing Rubric : Text Types and Purposes 写作标准 : 文本类型及目的
Q.W.2.A.1 能够在文章开头用1-2句话清楚地写出要介绍的事物。
Introduce a topic clearly with 1-2 sentences at the beginning of the text.
Q.W.2.A.2 能够在文章第一段引起读者兴趣或共鸣(比如问句,修辞方法,名人名言等)。
Generate interest or resonance in the first paragraph by using a question, rhetorical methods, etc.
Q.W.2.B.1 能够说明事物的3个以上不同方面或者前后步骤、顺序, 并能够通过对比和比较的方法解释各个方面。
Explain the topic from 3 or more different aspects or following specific order (procedural writing) and compare and contrast from 3-4 different aspects.
Q.W.2.B.2 能够根据所介绍的方法来组织文章的结构和分段落(类别、组成部分、前后顺序或步骤、产生的原因、结果或影响、年代表、小标题、要点等)。
Organize ideas into paragraphs by using strategies such as classification, procedure, cause and effect/impact etc.; including formatting such as headings, timeline etc.
Q.W.2.B.3 能够包含细节、例子或数据。
Develop the topic with concrete details, data or examples related to the topic.
Q.W.2.C.1 全文包含4个以上关联词,能够使用合适的关联词连接句子,帮助作者清楚地说明事物,表达步骤或者解释原因和结果等。 句子关系有:承接关系、因果关系、转折关系、选择关系、并列关系、递进关系、假设关系等。
Use 4 or more non-repeating linking words and phrases (e.g. and, because) to help explain the topic or cause and effect or the order of a set of steps. Examples shown in Chinese.
Q.W.2.D.1 以书面语为主(比如:成语、谚语、名人名言、学科专有词语等)。
Use mainly formal vocabulary.
Q.W.2.E.1 能够在最后一段用整段话总结所介绍的事物,包括所介绍事物的特点、主要方面、介绍的原因、产生的影响、展示深层思考、引起读者思考等。
Provide a concluding paragraph related to the topic presented, including characteristics, if any, reason for the introduction or impact generated or lead reader into further thought etc.
Writing Rubric : Production and Distribution 写作标准 : 构思及表述
Q.W.4.2.1 能够根据要说明的事物,并用书面语写题目;题目能够表达出文章的主要特点或目的。
Provide a title, using formal language, suitable for the topic's main characteristic described in the text.
Q.W.4.2.2 句子以复合句为主;部分句子包含2个以上从句。
Use mainly compound sentences; portion of sentences made up of 2 or more subordinate clauses.
Q.W.4.2.3 能够把文章至少分成4段,结构清晰;全文至少20个句子。
The whole text consists of a minimum of 20 sentences, grouped into a minimum of 4 paragraphs.
Q.W.4.2.4 标点符号多样化,可以准确运用标点符号。
Use a large variety of punctuation accurately.
Q.W.4.2.5 包含至少2个运用说明方法的句子(举例子、打比方、分类别、作比较、作引用、列数字)。
Use 2 or more strategies such as explanation, examples, classification, reference, hypothesis, lists or compare/contrast to introduce the topic.
Q.W.4.2.6 整篇文章都使用汉字。
Whole text must contain only characters.
Q.W.4.2.7 错字不影响理解词语和句子的意思(只能有1-3个错字)。
Mis-use of characters/phrases tolerated if readability is not affected and no more than 3 mistakes.
Q.W.4.2.8 语法错误不影响理解句子的意思(只能有1-3个语法错误)。
Mis-use of grammar tolerated if readability is not affected and no more than 3 mistakes.
Mentor Texts (Simplified & Traditional ) 范文 (简体 & 繁体)

Simplified 简体
中国饮食文化
Chinese Food Culture

Traditional 繁體
中國飲食文化
Chinese Food Culture

Simplified 简体
自制冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Traditional 繁體
自製冰淇淋
Make Your Own Ice Cream

Writing Prompts (Simplified & Traditional) 作文题目 (简体 & 繁体)
Graphic Organizers (Simplified &Traditional) 构思图 (简体 & 繁体)
Printables for Rubric/Standards (Simplified & Traditional) 写作标准打印版(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Writing Rubric : Text Types and Purposes 写作标准 : 文本类型及目的
S.W.2.A.1 能够在文章开头用1-2句话清楚地写出要介绍的事物。
Introduce a topic clearly with 1-2 sentences at the beginning of the text.
S.W.2.A.2 能够在文章第一段引起读者兴趣、共鸣或思考(比如问句,修辞方法,名人名言,抒发感情等) 。
Generate interest or resonance or reflection in the first paragraph by using a question, rhetorical methods, famous quotes etc.
S.W.2.B.1 能够从不同角度对比或者比较两种事物。
Compare and contrast two topics from many different aspects.
S.W.2.B.2 能够根据所介绍的方法来组织文章的结构(对比、类别、组成部分、前后顺序或步骤、年代表、问题和解决方法、问题和答案、小标题、要点、分析类图表等)。
Organize ideas into paragraphs by using strategies such as classification, procedure, question and answer, cause and effect/impact etc.; including formatting such as headings, timeline etc.
S.W.2.B.3 能够包含细节、例子或数据。
Develop the topic with concrete details, data or examples related to the topic.
S.W.2.C.1 全文包含4个以上关联词,能够使用合适的关联词连接句子,帮助作者清楚地说明事物,表达步骤或者解释原因和结果等。 句子关系有:承接关系、因果关系、转折关系、选择关系、并列关系、递进关系、假设关系等。
Use 4 or more non-repeating linking words and phrases (e.g. and, because) to help explain the topic or cause and effect or the order of a set of steps. Examples shown in Chinese .
S.W.2.D.1 以书面语为主;语言有文学性(比如:成语、谚语、名人名言、学科专有词语等)。
Use literary language and mainly formal vocabulary.
S.W.2.E.1 能够在最后一段用整段话总结所介绍的事物,包括事物的特点、主要方面、介绍的原因、产生的影响、展示深层思考、引起读者思考等等。
Provide a concluding paragraph related to the topic presented, including characteristics, if any, reason for the introduction or impact generated or lead reader into further thought etc.
Writing Rubric : Production and Distribution 写作标准 : 构思及表述
S.W.4.2.1 能够根据要说明的事物,并用书面语写题目;题目能够表达出文章的主要特点或目的。
Provide a title, using formal language, suitable for the topic's main characteristic described in the text.
S.W.4.2.2 句子以复合句为主;大概一半句子包含2个以上从句。
Use mainly compound sentences; approximately half of the sentences made up of two or more subordinate clauses.
S.W.4.2.3 能够把文章至少分成5段,结构清晰;全文至少22个句子。
The whole text consists of a minimum of 22 sentences, grouped into a minium of 5 paragraphs.
S.W.4.2.4 标点符号多样化,可以准确运用标点符号。
Use a large variety of punctuation accurately.
S.W.4.2.5 包含至少2个运用说明方法的句子(举例子、打比方、分类别、作比较、作引用、作诠释)。
Use 2 or more strategies such as explanation, examples, classification, reference, hypothesis, lists or compare/contrast to introduce the topic.
S.W.4.2.6 整篇文章都使用汉字。
Whole text must contain only characters.
S.W.4.2.7 错字不影响理解词语和句子的意思(只能有1-3个错字)。
Mis-use of characters/phrases tolerated if readability is not affected and no more than 3 mistakes.
S.W.4.2.8 语法错误不影响理解句子的意思(只能有1-3个语法错误)。
Mis-use of grammar tolerated if readability is not affected and no more than 3 mistakes.
Mentor Texts (Simplified & Traditional ) 范文 (简体 & 繁体)

Simplified 简体
中国饮食与日本饮食
Chinese Food and Japanese Food

Traditional 繁體
中國飲食與日本飲食
Chinese Food and Japanese Food

Simplified 简体
自制冰淇淋与自制黄油
Make Your Own Ice Cream and Butter

Traditional 繁體
自製冰淇淋與自製黃油
Make Your Own Ice Cream and Butter

Writing Prompts (Simplified & Traditional) 作文题目(简体 & 繁体)
Graphic Organizers (Simplified &Traditional) 构思图 (简体 & 繁体)
Printables for Rubric/Standards (Simplified & Traditional) 写作标准打印版(简体 & 繁体)

Simplified Chinese 简体
(MS-Word)(PDF)
Traditional Chinese 繁體
(MS-Word)(PDF)

Level G Step #1 第一步 : Different Types of Informative Writing 不同的文体

Different Types of Informative Writing
不同的文体
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level G Step #2 第二步 : Choosing a Topic and Listing Facts 选题目和列举事实

Choosing a Topic and Listing Facts
选题目和列举事实
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level G Step #3 第三步 : Researching and Organizing Information 搜索和整理信息

Researching and Organizing Information
搜索和整理信息
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level G Step #4 第四步 : First Draft 写一写说明文初稿

First Draft
写一写说明文初稿
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level K Step #1 第一步 : Different Types of Informative Writing 说明文文体

Different Types of Informative Writing
说明文文体
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level K Step #2 第二步 : Choosing a Topic and Planning the Supporting Content 选话题和找支持话题信息

Choosing a Topic and Planning the Supporting Content
选话题和找支持话题的信息
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level K Step #3 第三步 : Researching and Organizing Information 搜索和整理信息

Researching and Organizing Information
搜索和整理信息
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level K Step #4 第四步 : First Draft 写一写说明文初稿

First Draft
写一写说明文初稿
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level G Step #1 第一步 : Different Types of Informative Writing 不同的文體

Different Types of Informative Writing
不同的文體
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level G Step #2 第二步 : Choosing a Topic and Listing Facts 選題目和列舉事實

Choosing a Topic and Listing Facts
選題目和列舉事實
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level G Step #3 第三步 : Researching and Organizing Information 搜索和整理信息

Researching and Organizing Information
搜索和整理信息
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level G Step #4 第四步 : First Draft 寫一寫說明文初稿

First Draft
寫一寫說明文初稿
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level K Step #1 第一步 : Different Types of Informative Writing 說明文文體

Different Types of Informative Writing
說明文文體
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level K Step #2 第二步 : Choosing a Topic and Planning the Supporting Content 選話題和找支持話題信息

Choosing a Topic and Planning the Supporting Content
選話題和找支持話題的信息
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level K Step #3 第三步 : Researching and Organizing Information搜索和整理信息

Researching and Organizing Information
搜索和整理信息
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)

Level K Step #4 第四步 : First Draft 寫一寫說明文初稿

First Draft
寫一寫說明文初稿
(PPT) (PDF)
(vimeo link)