Reading Strategies Sequence Events Readers track the order of events in a selection. Readers identify steps in a process, stages of development, or phases of a cycle. Clue words authors may use to help readers track sequence include: first, then, finally, last, while, during, and after. Guiding Questions: How did the author organize the information in this selection? How would you use the events in the text to create a timeline of events? What words or phrases did the author use to help readers track the sequence of events: first, then, finally, next, last, while, during, after, dates, times. This selection included information organized chronologically. What is the sequence of events described in the text?   Facebook Pinterest Twitter © 1997 – 2024 Journey North. All rights reserved.