Must-Read Moms Selection Rubric

CRAFTSMANSHIP (30 points total) Is the prose in this post well-crafted with proper words and sentence structure? Add points for paragraphs in the right place, excellent construction, innovative word choice (imagery, originality, voice), no run-on sentences, with correct punctuation? If not, subtract points accordingly. (Caveat: rules were made to be broken. There’s a difference between a blogger’s style and illiteracy. If you feel deviation from grammar or conventional essay format is an intentional and effective style choice, do not deduct craftsmanship points.)

CONTENT (40 points) This category is the essential part of the writing value of this post. This category is worth 40 points because it covers the substance of the post. Is the content compelling? If there’s an argument, is it strong? Does it leave an impression? If it’s humor, is it funny? Does it add something to the world?

PERSONAL REACTION (10 points) This is the place for the judge's personal opinion. If you love it, award 10 points. If you hate it, 0 points. Use the whole range with 5 points being a neutral reaction

COMMUNITY (10 points) Did the blogger nurture and sustain community conversation about this post? (Caveat: Posts that are not open to community response are not eligible for recognition.)


Meet the Must-Read Moms - 2010 and the nominating panel.