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Afternoon Step Together in Spanish
Establish a clear afternoon routine using simple sequencing words to help your child transition from school to home activities and play.
What you'll learn
- Learn to sequence daily tasks using words like 'primero' and 'luego'.
- Describe common afternoon activities like eating snacks and doing homework.
- Practice using present tense verbs in a structured schedule.
Spanish phrases for afternoon step together
Primero, guardamos tu mochila.
First, we put your school bag away.
'Primero' starts the sequence. 'Guardar' means to put away or keep.
Luego, comes una merienda pequeña.
Then, you eat a small snack.
'Merienda' specifically refers to an afternoon snack.
Después, miramos tus deberes.
After that, we look at your homework.
'Después' is used for 'afterwards' or 'after that'.
Por último, juegas en el jardín.
Finally, you play in the garden.
'Por último' signals the final step in the routine.
Primero, eliges un libro de lectura.
First, you choose a reading book.
'Eliges' comes from the verb 'elegir' (to choose).
Luego, leo la primera página.
Then, I read the first page.
'Leo' is the 'yo' form of 'leer' (to read).
Después, me lees una página.
After that, you read a page to me.
'Me lees' places the object 'me' before the verb.
Por último, preparamos tu mochila para mañana.
Finally, we pack your bag for tomorrow.
'Preparar' is more common than 'empacar' when talking about school bags.
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Try it free for 7 daysKey words
Mochila
School bag / Backpack
A essential word for school-aged children's routines.
Merienda
Afternoon snack
A culturally important meal time in Spanish-speaking countries.
Deberes
Homework
Often used in Spain; 'tarea' is more common in Latin America.
Jardín
Garden / Yard
Refers to the outdoor area where children play.
Sequencing Words
To create a flow in your afternoon, use these four connectors at the start of your sentences. In Spanish, these are usually followed by a comma and then the verb.
| Use | Form | Example |
|---|---|---|
| First | Primero | Primero, lavamos las manos. |
| Then | Luego | Luego, bebemos agua. |
| After that | Después | Después, hacemos la tarea. |
| Finally | Por último | Por último, vemos la tele. |
More examples
¿Qué hacemos después?
What do we do after that?
A useful question to help the child learn the routine.
Primero la merienda, luego el juego.
First the snack, then the game.
A short way to reinforce the order of events.