Here is an example of a marking rubric I use. Simple, concise and easy to read. Students can receive the rubric before the assignment so they can ensure they are meeting the criteria.

Students chose one part of the Bayeux Tapestry and re-create the scene with clay and a short write up. The entire class can re-create the tapestry!

Graphic novels are just as good as novels. This can be a great way to get apathetic readers to get "into" a book.

A student finds words in a story that they are unsure of and follow up with definitions.

A student demonstrates how bio-accumulation occurs in the ecosystem.

A mix of body smart and word smart

Body Smart students who struggle with essays and complex ideas can still illustrate their understanding with clay and a short synopsis

Students used sugar cubes to visualize how much sugar is in foods.

Students used sugar cubes to visualize how much sugar is in foods.

Students used sugar cubes to visualize how much sugar is in foods.

Student developed own science project to determine how moisture affected mould growth on bread.

Drawing activity showing positive and negative attributes about the main character in the book.

Student created own project to learn about different mold rates on foods. Developed hypothesis to start and then reflected with new learning upon results.

For body smart students, working with clay is great. This activity included short paragraphs to show that the student understood the concepts and achieved the learning outcome.

Character detectives can be made for all 8 intelligences. These worksheets are student centered.

I have devised a monetary system in my classes that help create intrinsic values for the students, both good and bad. IE- forgot something in your locker? 1 Clementbuck. Did your homework? $1 given.

Testing different water samples

A very simple example of what a pinwheel activity might look like.

Recycling is a great activity for all the intelligences. The science of it is great of Logical learners. The effects of recycling are great for nature learners.

Character detectives can be made for all 8 intelligences. These worksheets are student centered.