Sequence Words Worksheet
Writer's tip (Order words): Find what must happen FIRST — the step that every other step needs. Middle steps take Then and Next. The very last step takes Finally.
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1.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to pack a school bag:
___, check the timetable for tomorrow.
Then, find the books for each class.
Next, put the books and pencil box in the bag.
Finally, zip the bag and keep it by the door. (a) Then (b) First (c) Finally -
2.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to wrap a present:
First, put the gift on the wrapping paper.
Then, fold the paper around the gift.
___, stick the edges with tape.
Finally, tie a ribbon on top. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Next -
3.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a paper boat:
___, take a sheet of paper.
Then, fold it into a triangle shape.
Next, pull the sides open into a boat.
Finally, float your boat in a puddle. (a) First (b) Then (c) Finally - 4.These steps to make a puppet are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Sew on a red tongue of cloth. (b) Find an old sock. (c) Slip it on your hand and make it talk.
- 5.These steps to pack a school bag are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Put the books and pencil box in the bag. (b) Check the timetable for tomorrow. (c) Find the books for each class.
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6.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a paper boat:
First, take a sheet of paper.
___, fold it into a triangle shape.
Next, pull the sides open into a boat.
Finally, float your boat in a puddle. (a) First (b) Then (c) Finally - 7.These steps to make a paper boat are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Take a sheet of paper. (b) Float your boat in a puddle. (c) Fold it into a triangle shape.
- 8.These steps to cross the road are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Walk straight across the road. (b) Look right, left and right again. (c) Stop at the edge of the pavement.
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9.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to brush your teeth:
___, wet your toothbrush.
Then, squeeze a little toothpaste onto it.
Next, brush every tooth for two minutes.
Finally, rinse your mouth and the brush. (a) Finally (b) Then (c) First -
10.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a greeting card:
First, fold a sheet of card in half.
Then, draw a picture on the front.
Next, write a message inside.
___, give the card to your friend. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because - 11.These steps to take a photo are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Point it at your friends. (b) Ask everyone to smile. (c) Switch on the camera.
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12.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a paper boat:
First, take a sheet of paper.
Then, fold it into a triangle shape.
___, pull the sides open into a boat.
Finally, float your boat in a puddle. (a) Next (b) First (c) Finally - 13.These steps to send a letter are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Drop it in the post box. (b) Write the address and stick a stamp. (c) Write your letter on a sheet of paper.
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14.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a puppet:
First, find an old sock.
Then, glue two buttons on it for eyes.
Next, sew on a red tongue of cloth.
___, slip it on your hand and make it talk. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because -
15.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a sandwich:
First, take two slices of bread.
___, spread butter on each slice.
Next, put cucumber and tomato on one slice.
Finally, cover it with the other slice and eat. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Then -
16.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make lemonade:
First, cut a lemon in half.
___, squeeze the juice into a jug.
Next, add cold water and a spoon of sugar.
Finally, stir well and pour it into glasses. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Then - 17.These steps to cook rice are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Boil it until the water is soaked up. (b) Fluff the cooked rice with a spoon. (c) Put the rice and water in a pot.
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18.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make tea:
___, boil water in a pan.
Then, add tea leaves to the boiling water.
Next, pour in milk and add some sugar.
Finally, strain the tea into cups. (a) Then (b) First (c) Finally -
19.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a puppet:
___, find an old sock.
Then, glue two buttons on it for eyes.
Next, sew on a red tongue of cloth.
Finally, slip it on your hand and make it talk. (a) Then (b) Finally (c) First - 20.These steps to cross the road are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Look right, left and right again. (b) Walk straight across the road. (c) Stop at the edge of the pavement.
- 21.These steps to water the plants are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Put the can back in its place. (b) Fill the watering can at the tap. (c) Carry it to the garden.
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22.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to brush your teeth:
First, wet your toothbrush.
Then, squeeze a little toothpaste onto it.
Next, brush every tooth for two minutes.
___, rinse your mouth and the brush. (a) Because (b) First (c) Finally - 23.These steps to make lemonade are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Add cold water and a spoon of sugar. (b) Stir well and pour it into glasses. (c) Cut a lemon in half.
- 24.These steps to make a paper boat are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Pull the sides open into a boat. (b) Take a sheet of paper. (c) Float your boat in a puddle.
- 25.These steps to send a letter are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Write the address and stick a stamp. (b) Drop it in the post box. (c) Write your letter on a sheet of paper.
- 26.These steps to make a sandwich are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Take two slices of bread. (b) Spread butter on each slice. (c) Put cucumber and tomato on one slice.
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27.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make lemonade:
___, cut a lemon in half.
Then, squeeze the juice into a jug.
Next, add cold water and a spoon of sugar.
Finally, stir well and pour it into glasses. (a) Then (b) First (c) Finally -
28.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to plant a seed:
First, fill a small pot with soil.
Then, make a hole with your finger.
___, drop the seed in and cover it.
Finally, water the pot and keep it in the sun. (a) Next (b) First (c) Finally - 29.These steps to make a greeting card are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Fold a sheet of card in half. (b) Write a message inside. (c) Give the card to your friend.
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30.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a clay pot:
First, knead the clay until it is soft.
___, roll it into a ball.
Next, press your thumb in and shape the pot.
Finally, leave the pot in the sun to dry. (a) Then (b) First (c) Finally - 31.These steps to pack a school bag are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Put the books and pencil box in the bag. (b) Zip the bag and keep it by the door. (c) Check the timetable for tomorrow.
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32.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to wrap a present:
First, put the gift on the wrapping paper.
Then, fold the paper around the gift.
Next, stick the edges with tape.
___, tie a ribbon on top. (a) Finally (b) Because (c) First - 33.These steps to make a greeting card are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Draw a picture on the front. (b) Give the card to your friend. (c) Write a message inside.
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34.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a clay pot:
First, knead the clay until it is soft.
Then, roll it into a ball.
___, press your thumb in and shape the pot.
Finally, leave the pot in the sun to dry. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Next -
35.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a fruit salad:
First, wash the fruit.
Then, peel the banana and the orange.
Next, chop all the fruit into small pieces.
___, mix them in a bowl and serve. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because - 36.These steps to make a clay pot are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Roll it into a ball. (b) Leave the pot in the sun to dry. (c) Press your thumb in and shape the pot.
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37.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to cook rice:
First, wash the rice in cold water.
Then, put the rice and water in a pot.
___, boil it until the water is soaked up.
Finally, fluff the cooked rice with a spoon. (a) Next (b) First (c) Finally - 38.These steps to cook rice are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Fluff the cooked rice with a spoon. (b) Put the rice and water in a pot. (c) Wash the rice in cold water.
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39.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make tea:
First, boil water in a pan.
Then, add tea leaves to the boiling water.
Next, pour in milk and add some sugar.
___, strain the tea into cups. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because -
40.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a paper boat:
First, take a sheet of paper.
Then, fold it into a triangle shape.
Next, pull the sides open into a boat.
___, float your boat in a puddle. (a) Finally (b) Because (c) First
Answer key
- First
- Next
- First
- Find an old sock.
- Check the timetable for tomorrow.
- Then
- Float your boat in a puddle.
- Walk straight across the road.
- First
- Finally
- Switch on the camera.
- Next
- Drop it in the post box.
- Finally
- Then
- Then
- Fluff the cooked rice with a spoon.
- First
- First
- Stop at the edge of the pavement.
- Put the can back in its place.
- Finally
- Stir well and pour it into glasses.
- Take a sheet of paper.
- Write your letter on a sheet of paper.
- Take two slices of bread.
- First
- Next
- Fold a sheet of card in half.
- Then
- Zip the bag and keep it by the door.
- Finally
- Give the card to your friend.
- Next
- Finally
- Leave the pot in the sun to dry.
- Next
- Wash the rice in cold water.
- Finally
- Finally
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