Sequential

The sequential graphic organizer assists in concept development, but is strongest in presenting the order of events or actions. It is especially useful in strengthening higher levels of thinking through applying logical thinking.
Sequence means "the following of one thing after another", such as the chronological order of events in history, or the steps to carry out a procedure. Students find it easier to understand sequencing than any other text structure. They see so many examples of sequencing in their lives such as using recipes for cooking, preparing for holidays, getting ready for school each morning, and driving a car. They already understand the concept of some things being first, next, and last so that with each lesson that uses a sequential graphic organizer, they are simply applying new content to a familiar concept.
Sequential graphic organizers have a specific beginning and ending. Some of the ideas the students can display are as follows:

• The process of creating a product
• The elements of a problem with the solution
• The cause/s and effects of phenomena
• The chronology or stages of an event
• The action of characters in a play or story
• The steps of a procedure
• The goals, and actions and outcomes of a character

There are several types of sequential graphic organizers. A timeline is a commonly used organizer that displays events in a chronological order. A flow chart shows a process or the steps of a specific procedure. A plo diagram shows the buildup and resolution of a problem and is used to help students analyze literature. A simple sequence form shows the ranking of items. A timeline matrix compares specific elements at designated time periods.

This is an example of a sequential graphic organizers: