What You Need to Know

Sequencing means putting things in the correct order. In stories, events happen in a certain order — first this, then that, and finally this. In instructions (procedures), steps must be followed in order or the result will not work. We use time order words to show the sequence: first, then, next, after that, finally, last.

Key Concepts

First

What happens at the start

Then / Next

What happens in the middle

Finally

What happens at the end

Order Words

Show the correct sequence

Sequencing how to make toast:

First, put the bread in the toaster.

Then, wait for the toast to pop up.

Next, spread butter on the hot toast.

Finally, enjoy your delicious toast!

Key Vocabulary

Sequence

The order in which things happen — first, then, next and finally.

Order Words

Words that tell us when things happen: first, then, next, after that, finally, last.

Retell

To tell a story again in your own words, putting events in the correct order.

Procedure

A text with step-by-step instructions that must be followed in order to get a result.

Knowledge Check

Select the correct answer for each question. Click "Check Answer" to see if you are right.

Question 1

Which word tells us what happens at the very start?

First Next Finally After that

Question 2

A recipe says: "First mix the flour. ___ add the eggs. Finally bake it." What word goes in the gap?

First Then Finally Last

Question 3

Why is it important to put events in the correct order when retelling a story?

So the story is longer Because stories must always have exactly three events So the listener can understand what happened and when So you can use more describing words

Question 4

Which word tells us the LAST thing that happens?

First Then Next Finally

Sequencing

What You Need to Know

Key Concepts

Key Vocabulary

Sequence

Order Words

Retell

Procedure

Knowledge Check

Key Concepts Summary