Sequencing Events

Sequencing Events

sequencing adventure Objectives:

• Students will learn the importance of sequencing events in a story for better comprehension.
• Students will practice sequencing events in a story.
• Students will demonstrate their knowledge by completing a virtual escape room.

Short Story Snippet:

Once upon a time, in a quaint little village, there was a mysterious old house at the end of the winding road. The house had been empty for as long as anyone could remember, and it was surrounded by overgrown gardens and gnarled trees. The townsfolk would often whisper about the house, speculating about the secrets it might hold. One sunny morning, a group of adventurous children decided to explore the house. Armed with flashlights and curiousity, they slowly approached the creeking front door. As they pushed it open, their eyes widened with astonishment.....

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What Happened Next?

What is sequencing?

Sequencing means putting events in order, so we can understand a story better.

Sequencing VocabulaRy:

The beginning of the story

• First, I woke up for school.
• Next , I ate breakfast.
• Then, I got on the school bus.
• Last, I walked into school.

The middle of the story

The end of the story

Example of Sequencing:

Next

First

Then

Last

There was an old lady who swallowed a bat:

Sequencing the story:

Then

Last

Next

Try it on your own:

Read the passage to complete the next slides.

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First

Next

Last

Sequencing Events Exit Assessment:

Read the passage and complete the exit question on the next page.

It was early in the morning. Kate woke up very hungry. She had a shower, then got dressed. Next, she went into the kitchen. She filled the kettle with water to make a cup of tea. Then, she got a small frying pan and cooked some bacon, pancakes and eggs. After that, Kate sliced an apple and peeled an orange, then placed them into a bowl. Finally, she made her tea and soon was enjoying a lovely breakfast.

Exit Assessment:

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Sequencing Events Star Bagdges:

Priscilla Altorfer

Rebecca Orsinger

Jason Haskins