Making Timelines
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Objective
I can design a timeline to visually represent a sequence of events.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
7 questions
Define what a timeline is and explain its purpose.
Describe three things to consider when creating a timeline.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Design a timeline showing the main events of your last birthday, from when you woke up until you went to bed. Include at least 5 events. Design a timeline illustrating the steps involved in making a sandwich. Include at least 4 steps. ”
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