Writing: First Draft
Read a paragraph about Ben and Meg's bedtime routine to find the helper words that show order. Then, write a first draft paragraph about your bedtime routine.
Goal:
Goal:
Helper words are words that help you understand the order in which things happen. First, then, and last are all helper words. First, read the paragraph. Then, find the helper words that tell you the order of the routine. Last, click the "Show Me" button to check your answer.
Ben and Meg have a bedtime routine. First, Meg takes a bath while Daddy spends time time with Ben. Then, Ben takes a bath while Daddy spends time with Meg. They sing or play instruments during their time with Daddy. Last, Daddy reads a bedtime story to Ben and Meg. Sometimes, Meg falls asleep and Daddy has to carry her to her bed.
Question
What are the helper words in this story that tell you the order of the routine?
The helper words are first, then, and last.
Review the helper words that help you show order when you write an informational paragraph.
First is a helper word used to describe what happens before anything else in a story.
Second is a helper word used to describe what happens after the first thing in a story.
Then is a helper word that can be used to describe all events that happened after the first event. You can use the word next or then--they mean the same thing.
Next is a helper word that can be used to describe all events that happened after the first event. You can use the word next or then--they mean the same thing.
Lastly is a helper word that can be used to describe the final event in a story. You can use the word lastly or finally--they mean the same thing.
Finally is a helper word that can be used to describe the final event in a story. You can use the word lastly or finally--they mean the same thing.
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Now, it is time to write the first draft of your paragraph.
You can decide if you would like to handwrite or type your first draft today. Choose what works best for you. We'll be working on your paragraph all week, so make sure you keep it in a safe place.