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 make a greeting card:
First, fold a sheet of card in half.
Then, draw a picture on the front.
___, write a message inside.
Finally, give the card to your friend. (a) Next (b) Finally (c) First - 2.These steps to make tea are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Pour in milk and add some sugar. (b) Strain the tea into cups. (c) Boil water in a pan.
- 3.These steps to take a photo are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Press the button to click the photo. (b) Switch on the camera. (c) Ask everyone to smile.
- 4.These steps to plant a seed are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Make a hole with your finger. (b) Water the pot and keep it in the sun. (c) Fill a small pot with soil.
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5.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) First (c) Finally - 6.These steps to make tea are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Pour in milk and add some sugar. (b) Boil water in a pan. (c) Strain the tea into cups.
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7.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to send a letter:
___, write your letter on a sheet of paper.
Then, fold it and put it in an envelope.
Next, write the address and stick a stamp.
Finally, drop it in the post box. (a) Then (b) Finally (c) First - 8.These steps to pack a school bag are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Find the books for each class. (b) Put the books and pencil box in the bag. (c) Check the timetable for tomorrow.
- 9.These steps to cross the road are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Walk straight across the road. (b) Wait until the road is clear. (c) Look right, left and right again.
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10.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to send a letter:
First, write your letter on a sheet of paper.
Then, fold it and put it in an envelope.
___, write the address and stick a stamp.
Finally, drop it in the post box. (a) Next (b) First (c) Finally - 11.These steps to send a letter are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Fold it and put it in an envelope. (b) Write your letter on a sheet of paper. (c) Write the address and stick a stamp.
- 12.These steps to plant a seed are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Fill a small pot with soil. (b) Make a hole with your finger. (c) Water the pot and keep it in the sun.
- 13.These steps to make a sandwich are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Cover it with the other slice and eat. (b) Take two slices of bread. (c) Put cucumber and tomato on one slice.
- 14.These steps to make a paper boat are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Float your boat in a puddle. (b) Take a sheet of paper. (c) Pull the sides open into a boat.
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15.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to wash your hands:
First, wet your hands under the tap.
Then, rub soap all over them.
Next, scrub between your fingers.
___, rinse and dry them on a towel. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because -
16.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) Because (b) First (c) Finally - 17.These steps to water the plants are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Fill the watering can at the tap. (b) Pour water gently at the roots. (c) Put the can back in its place.
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18.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.
Next, drop the seed in and cover it.
___, water the pot and keep it in the sun. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Because - 19.These steps to wrap a present are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Fold the paper around the gift. (b) Stick the edges with tape. (c) Tie a ribbon on top.
- 20.These steps to water the plants are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Put the can back in its place. (b) Pour water gently at the roots. (c) Fill the watering can at the tap.
- 21.These steps to brush your teeth are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Rinse your mouth and the brush. (b) Wet your toothbrush. (c) Brush every tooth for two minutes.
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22.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make a sandwich:
First, take two slices of bread.
Then, spread butter on each slice.
___, put cucumber and tomato on one slice.
Finally, cover it with the other slice and eat. (a) First (b) Next (c) Finally - 23.These steps to make lemonade are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Stir well and pour it into glasses. (b) Cut a lemon in half. (c) Squeeze the juice into a jug.
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24.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) Finally (b) Then (c) First -
25.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to water the plants:
First, fill the watering can at the tap.
Then, carry it to the garden.
Next, pour water gently at the roots.
___, put the can back in its place. (a) Because (b) First (c) Finally - 26.These steps to wash your hands are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Rinse and dry them on a towel. (b) Rub soap all over them. (c) Scrub between your fingers.
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27.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 -
28.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to cook rice:
___, wash the rice in cold water.
Then, put the rice and water in a pot.
Next, boil it until the water is soaked up.
Finally, fluff the cooked rice with a spoon. (a) Then (b) Finally (c) First - 29.These steps to wrap a present are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Put the gift on the wrapping paper. (b) Tie a ribbon on top. (c) Fold the paper around the gift.
- 30.These steps to fly a kite are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Hold the kite up to the wind. (b) Tie the string to the kite. (c) Wind the string in to bring it down.
- 31.These steps to make a clay pot are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Roll it into a ball. (b) Press your thumb in and shape the pot. (c) Knead the clay until it is soft.
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32.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to cross the road:
First, stop at the edge of the pavement.
Then, look right, left and right again.
___, wait until the road is clear.
Finally, walk straight across the road. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Next - 33.These steps to make a sandwich are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Cover it with the other slice and eat. (b) Put cucumber and tomato on one slice. (c) Take two slices of bread.
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34.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to pack a school bag:
First, check the timetable for tomorrow.
Then, find the books for each class.
___, put the books and pencil box in the bag.
Finally, zip the bag and keep it by the door. (a) Next (b) First (c) Finally - 35.These steps to make a greeting card are mixed up. Which step comes LAST? (a) Fold a sheet of card in half. (b) Give the card to your friend. (c) Draw a picture on the front.
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36.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to make tea:
First, boil water in a pan.
___, add tea leaves to the boiling water.
Next, pour in milk and add some sugar.
Finally, strain the tea into cups. (a) Then (b) Finally (c) First -
37.Fill the gap with the right sequence word.
How to water the plants:
First, fill the watering can at the tap.
___, carry it to the garden.
Next, pour water gently at the roots.
Finally, put the can back in its place. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Then - 38.These steps to cook rice are mixed up. Which step comes FIRST? (a) Wash the rice in cold water. (b) Fluff the cooked rice with a spoon. (c) Put the rice and water in a pot.
- 39.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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40.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) First (b) Finally (c) Then
Answer key
- Next
- Boil water in a pan.
- Press the button to click the photo.
- Water the pot and keep it in the sun.
- First
- Strain the tea into cups.
- First
- Check the timetable for tomorrow.
- Walk straight across the road.
- Next
- Write your letter on a sheet of paper.
- Fill a small pot with soil.
- Take two slices of bread.
- Float your boat in a puddle.
- Finally
- Finally
- Put the can back in its place.
- Finally
- Tie a ribbon on top.
- Fill the watering can at the tap.
- Rinse your mouth and the brush.
- Next
- Stir well and pour it into glasses.
- First
- Finally
- Rinse and dry them on a towel.
- First
- First
- Put the gift on the wrapping paper.
- Tie the string to the kite.
- Knead the clay until it is soft.
- Next
- Cover it with the other slice and eat.
- Next
- Give the card to your friend.
- Then
- Then
- Wash the rice in cold water.
- Leave the pot in the sun to dry.
- First
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