A series of objects, events, and time occur in a specific and logical order.This is an important concept for preschool children as it allows them to recognize patterns that make the world more understandable and predictable.It is an abstract concept and requires a lot of practice to master.There are a lot of natural, simple, and fun ways to teach.
Step 1: Sequence words are used in conversation.
When talking with your children, use words like first, second, third, and last.You might say, "see the cars at the red light?" while waiting at a crosswalk.The first car is blue, and the second is green.The last car is red.Construction play is a great source of data.Tell me about the block you put in the back of the triangle.Look at how you put a block on top of that block.Encourage your child to answer questions."Nina, what do you want first, the scissors or the glue stick?""Who was the first student at school today?"What is left in the bag?
Step 2: Talk to your kids about what they do.
Many children have a good understanding of words by the age of 4.Some children don't have a firm grasp of the concept.Children can build their understanding of sequencing by engaging in language and discussion.As the child gets dressed to go outside, you might say, "First, put on your jacket."Next, wear your hat and mittens.We will go to the playground after that.The child could discuss the process of tying their shoes.While they describe what to do first, next, and last, tie the shoe on the child's foot.The child can be asked to explain what to do first, next, and last during events such as eating lunch, cleaning up, or having a fire drill.The child should be able to talk about each step.
Step 3: Discuss the order of story events with your friends.
Retelling stories begins with understanding sequencing.The stories follow a sequence that includes a beginning, middle and an end.You could experiment with Goldilocks and the Three Bears.Take a break between each event to make sure your child understands what has happened.What happened first in the story, next, and last?You could ask, "What did Goldilocks do first: eat the porridge or sleep in Baby Bear's bed?"Help your child find the answer in the story if they don't know it.
Step 4: The game is about a robot.
The game uses a lot of communication skills.An adult or teacher is a "robot" that will follow directions given by a child.The robot should be able to make a jelly sandwich.The child has to give a command, and the robot will do it even if the direction is incomplete.This can make people laugh.The child might forget to tell the robot to open the top of the jar or to reach inside the bread bag.They don't mention that the sandwich has jelly in it.This game shows how to communicate instructions clearly and completely.
Step 5: puppet shows can be created.
Children build communication skills with dramatic play.Some children are more comfortable telling their stories in a Puppets way.You can use puppets to tell a familiar story or make up a new one with your child.The story needs to have a clear beginning, middle, and end.Purchase puppets or make your own.flannel or felt board characters could also be used.Attach the back of the storybook characters with Velcro.Put the characters in order on the board and ask the child to tell the story in sequence.They should be directed to see why the answer is incorrect if they skip a step.
Step 6: You can play a match game for story analysis.
You can move on to more advanced games once your child is at least 5 years old.Write questions and answers on different sheets of paper to create a match game.The match game should be created after you read a story together.What happened first in the story?What happened after that?What happened in the past?Write an answer to each question on the strips.The story should be read to your child.The sentences should be read with the questions.The answers are out of order.Pick the correct answer for each question with your child.If incorrect answers were selected, you should read sections of the story again.
Step 7: You can play a version of the song.
A typical game of I Spy involves one person selecting an object.The other players guess what the object is after the spy gives them clues about it.Talk about the object in a sequence that explains what it does after the players figure it out.You could say, "I spy a spoon."I use a spoon to eat oatmeal.To be strong and healthy, I eat oatmeal.When playing games like "I Spy," ask the players to keep going until they can't think of anything else to add.
Step 8: Singing and clapping can be used to teach.
Have the kids clap along with the music.Once they have the hang of a song, pause periodically while you are singing, and have them fill in the appropriate lyrics and claps.You can either lead the song or be the one who fills in."Old MacDonald," "This Old Man," and "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" are some songs that can be used.
Step 9: Sequence words can be used to describe the arrangement of items.
From left to right, place 4 items.Discuss how the items are arranged using the words first, second, third, last, and after.You could say that the large red square is first.The second one is the blue triangle.The red square is first and the yellow circle is last.The square is next to a blue triangle.The yellow circle is after the blue triangle, and the red rectangle is last.You can do it with toys as well.
Step 10: According to your directions, ask your child to sequence toys.
To sequence, gather items.Make the activity enjoyable.Pick out some of your child's favorite toys and items from around the house.The items should be different in shape and size.Place the blue ball first and the bear second.Next to the bear, place the car third.The timer should be placed last.
Step 11: Take pictures out of order for a harder exercise.
Introduce a series of pictures or photographs that tell a story when your child knows how to sequence objects.Ask your child what would happen first, second, next, and so on.The pictures/photographs should be arranged in the correct order.Ask them what the order is.Help your child self-correct by asking, "Would that make sense?"
Step 12: Family photos can be used to teach Sequence.
Take pictures of your child from the time they were born to the present.Take the photos in a different order.Ask your child to place them in chronological order.Encourage them to pay attention to their size in the picture.You can use words like younger, older, shorter, taller, smaller and larger.Tell your child about the photo.They could say, for example, "This is when I was a tiny baby, or this is the time I learned to play soccer."