Narrative sequencing words worksheets

Second graders use a fuller set (after that, soon, later, meanwhile) to keep multi-step stories in line, W.2.3.

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Stories move in order, and order words drive: first, next, then, after that, finally. They tell the reader where in the journey you are.

This skill runs from 1st grade through 3rd grade. Pick a grade above for level-matched sentences, teaching notes, and worksheets.

First graders choose the order word each story moment needs, W.1.3's temporal words: first, next, then, finally, in stories they can picture.

Second graders use a fuller set (after that, soon, later, meanwhile) to keep multi-step stories in line, W.2.3.

Third graders choose sequence words with nuance, suddenly, at last, the next day, W.3.3.c's signal of event order.

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