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Sequencing Events: Using Time Order Words

This worksheet helps fifth-grade students practice identifying and using time order words to sequence events in narratives and instructions.

Grade 5 ELA WritingWriting Organization and StructureUsing Time Order Words
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Word BankFill in the BlanksOrderingShort AnswerLong Answer

Standards

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.3.CCCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.5.6

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ELAWritingSequencingTime Order WordsGrade 5
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Sequencing Events: Using Time Order Words

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Read each section carefully and follow the directions. Pay close attention to time order words like first, next, then, after, before, finally, etc.

Use the words below to complete the sentences in the next section.

First
Next
Then
After that
Finally
Before
During
Meanwhile

Fill in the blank with the best time order word from the word bank to make the sentence logical.

1.  , I brushed my teeth, and then I ate breakfast.

2. We went to the park.  , we played on the swings.

3. The rain started pouring.  , the thunder rumbled loudly.

4. We watched the movie.  , we discussed our favorite parts.

5. I finished my homework.  , I could play outside.

Number the steps in the correct order to explain how to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

Spread peanut butter on one slice of bread.

Put the two slices of bread together.

Get two slices of bread, peanut butter, and jelly.

Spread jelly on the other slice of bread.

Enjoy your sandwich!

Read the paragraph below. Underline all the time order words you find.

First, I woke up feeling very excited. Next, I quickly got out of bed and got dressed. Then, I went downstairs for breakfast. After I finished eating, I packed my backpack for school. Finally, I grabbed my lunch and headed out the door.

List the time order words you found here:

Write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) about your morning routine. Make sure to use at least three different time order words to show the sequence of events.