esl · Grade 4 · Developing
Connect Events With Sequence Words
Use first, then and finally to connect a short sequence.
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Explore the knowledge outline and its source scope. This unit supports selected ideas.
Learning goals
- Use first, then and finally to connect a short sequence.
Before you begin
Understand the words and representations introduced in the Explore activity.
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Follow the sequence
Complete practice
Practice previewConnect Events With Sequence Words
Practice · Independent · 25 min · Developing
Use first, then and finally to connect a short sequence. A complete set with exploration, practice and application. Use the linked unit for the learning sequence and teaching guide.
1. Explore
Practice previewConnect Events With Sequence Words: Explore and Explain
Explore · Independent · 10 min · Developing
Use first, then and finally to connect a short sequence. A focused learn activity. Use the linked unit for the learning sequence and teaching guide.
2. Practice
Practice previewConnect Events With Sequence Words: Practice Independently
Practice · Independent · 10 min · Developing
Use first, then and finally to connect a short sequence. A focused practice activity. Use the linked unit for the learning sequence and teaching guide.
3. Apply
Practice previewConnect Events With Sequence Words: Apply and Create
Apply · Independent · 15 min · Developing
Use first, then and finally to connect a short sequence. A focused apply activity. Use the linked unit for the learning sequence and teaching guide.
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Numbered activities, separate answer keys and a teaching guide in one ZIP. The pack uses the focused sequence; the complete practice sheet above is an alternative.
Teaching and response guide
- Begin with: What does Nora do first?
- Connect the response to: Order the actions.
- Ask students to apply the idea: Retell the project with three sequence words.
Watch for: Accepting an answer without checking whether it uses the material and satisfies the requested relationship or criteria.
Check the answer criteria for each task. A supported explanation may have more than one acceptable response. These activities offer evidence to discuss; completing a sheet alone does not establish mastery.