This word study rubric is suitable for use with Words Their Way in an upper elementary classroom. I use this rubric with students in both the Syllables and Affixes stage as well as the Derivational Relations stage and find it works well for both. Parents easily understand their child's grade and the components required for completion. I use this rubric in conjunction with the Independent Reading Rubric when I am running Reader's Workshop. This Word Study rubric includes five specific areas for a