Sort Instructions by Time
Mark which actions happen before, during and after a practical or written task.
Worked model: Sort Instructions by Time
- 1Mark which actions happen before, during and after a practical or written task
- 2Arrange the stages using the relationship between actions
- 3Use time language to make the sequence explicit
- 4Check whether changing the order would change the method or meaning
Sort instructions into before, during and after the activity. Recording the starting temperature belongs before mixing; explaining the pattern belongs after the observations.
Teach the move
Prepare · 5 minutes
Choose process or method details that have a necessary sequence.
- 1
Mark which actions happen before, during and after a practical or written task.
- 2
Arrange the stages using the relationship between actions.
- 3
Use time language to make the sequence explicit.
- 4
Check whether changing the order would change the method or meaning.
EAL upgrade
Remove the sequencing words and ask learners to organise and phrase the method independently.
Keep the subject challenge. Offer one model, visual or language prompt where needed, then check a fresh independent response.
Try it tomorrow
Choose process or method details that have a necessary sequence.
Mark which actions happen before, during and after a practical or written task. Arrange the stages using the relationship between actions.
Offer a shuffled method and ask learners to justify one ordering decision.
Remove the sequencing words and ask learners to organise and phrase the method independently.
What to look for
Offer a shuffled method and ask learners to justify one ordering decision.
Teacher language
Adapt these prompts to the task and your learners.
Our purpose is: Mark which actions happen before, during and after a practical or written task.
Show the relationship and explain the choice you made.
Try the new case on your own. Show the detail or reasoning that supports your answer.
Which support do you still need, and which part can you now do independently?
Across subjects
Maths: order solution steps with reasons. Humanities: distinguish chronological order from causal explanation.
Adjust language support
Use a small word bank, visuals and partner rehearsal when needed. Extend with precise explanations and qualifications. Judge the support from the response to this task.