Free printable story sequencing
Story Sequencing asks a child to put everyday events in the order they actually happen. This puzzle, titled Washing a mug, has four empty slots labeled First, Next, Then, and Last, plus four mixed-up dashed cards: Dry the mug, Rinse the mug, Fill the sink, and Wash the mug. The child draws a line from each card to the slot that tells when it happens. Preschool teachers, speech therapists, and parents working on first-then-last language all use this kind of page.
Solution page included
Peek at the solution
This download is a high-resolution 6x9 inch PNG of the puzzle plus a solution that draws the matching lines. Both files are free, with no signup required.
How to play
- Read the four mixed-up scene cards at the bottom of the page.
- Decide which step happens first, next, then, and last when washing a mug.
- Draw a line from each dashed card up to the matching numbered slot.
- Check the solution page to see the completed set of lines.
Print at 100% scale on letter or A4 paper so the four scene cards stay large enough to read and connect.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the solution for this Story Sequencing puzzle?
A solution image is included on this page. It keeps the same four slots and four cards and draws the lines that connect each mixed-up card to First, Next, Then, or Last. Download it with the puzzle if you want to check the order after the child has drawn their own lines.
Is this Story Sequencing printable free?
Yes. The puzzle and the solution are free PNG files. You do not need to sign up or leave an email. Print extra copies when you want a clean page for another child or another try.
Who is this Washing a mug sequencing page for?
It is built for preschool and kindergarten children who are learning to talk about order: first, next, then, last. The everyday washing-up theme also works in speech and language sessions that target sequencing verbs. An adult can act out filling, washing, rinsing, and drying with a real mug if a child needs a concrete rehearsal first.
How should I print this Story Sequencing sheet?
Print at 100% scale on letter or A4 paper in portrait orientation so the four cards stay large enough to read and to draw lines from. Turn off fit-to-page. Black ink is enough; the page is line art.
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