| Criteria | 4 Points | 3 Points | 2 Points | 1 Point | 0 Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Shape | Island shape is clearly the first letter of the last name, bold, wide, and well-defined. | Island shape is the first letter of the last name, but could be bolder or wider. | Island shape is the first letter of the last name but is not bold or wide enough. | Island shape is not clearly the first letter of the last name. | No island shape is drawn. |
| Landforms Representing Interests | All four landforms (mountains, lakes, rivers, peninsulas) are creatively named and drawn based on interests. | Three landforms are creatively named and drawn based on interests. | Two landforms are creatively named and drawn based on interests. | One landform is creatively named and drawn based on interests. | No landforms are named or drawn based on interests. |
| Map Key | Map key is complete, clear, and includes all symbols for landforms. | Map key is mostly complete and includes most symbols for landforms. | Map key is partially complete and includes some symbols for landforms. | Map key is incomplete and includes few symbols for landforms. | No map key is included. |
| Scale | Scale is accurate and clearly shows the size relationship on the map. | Scale is mostly accurate and shows the size relationship on the map. | Scale is somewhat accurate but may be unclear. | Scale is inaccurate or unclear. | No scale is included. |
| Compass Rose | Compass rose is accurately drawn and placed correctly on the map. | Compass rose is mostly accurate and placed correctly on the map. | Compass rose is somewhat accurate but may be misplaced. | Compass rose is inaccurate or misplaced. | No compass rose is included. |
| Final Touches | Map is fully colored, neat, and creatively detailed. | Map is mostly colored, neat, and has some creative details. | Map is partially colored and somewhat neat. | Map has minimal color and lacks neatness. | No color or final touches are added. |