Procedure Texts Poster Set — Clear, Colourful, Classroom‑Ready

Support young writers with this bright and engaging set of procedure text posters, designed especially for early primary classrooms. These child‑friendly charts break down the key features of procedure texts into simple, easy‑to-follow parts—perfect for helping students understand how to write clear instructions with confidence.

Each poster uses bold headings, concise explanations, and supportive visuals to show children exactly how procedure texts are organised and how each part works together to guide the reader.

Structure of a Procedure Text

These posters walk students through the structure of a procedure text in a visual, accessible way. Each chart focuses on one key element, helping learners build their understanding step by step as they learn to write instructions that are clear, logical, and easy to follow.

Students are supported to:

• Understand what a procedure text is and its purpose
• Identify a clear, action‑focused title
• Recognise the role of the goal or aim
• Follow the sequence of steps in order
• Use time words and action verbs
• Connect diagrams or pictures to the written instructions

Download and Display These Procedure Text Anchor Charts

Use the drop‑down menu to choose between the easy‑to‑print PDF or the editable Google Slides version of these Procedure Text Anchor Charts. They’re perfect for modelling during whole‑class lessons, displaying on your writing wall, or supporting independent writing time.

This resource was created by Lindsey Phillips, a teacher and Teach Starter Collaborator.

More Procedure Text Resources for the Early Years

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