This rating scale can help assess a primary student’s writing sample. This tool could be used with the whole class, a small group, or an individual student. Ask the student(s) to write about a topic and record the amount of time given. Some topics I like to use with primary students include: If you could be any animal which one would you be and why? Describe your bedroom and all the things that are in it. Re-tell me a fairy tale such as Little Red Riding Hood or The Three Little Pigs.Weekly jour