👉 A graphical representation of a chronological sequence of events (past or future); a chronology.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look! Today we’re tackling the word “timeline,” and it’s quite a simple thing to see. The dictionary gives us a good start, you see: "A graphical representation of a chronological sequence of events…a chronology.” Let's break that down with a little rhyme for me! (Clears throat dramatically) “A timeline shows what happened when, Like stories told again and again! It’s a picture, bright and bold, Of moments new and moments old!” Essentially, a timeline is like a map of time. Imagine you're charting adventures grand, From ancient times to future land. It uses dates – big and small – To show the sequence for us all! Think of it as a line that flows, With events in order, everyone knows. So, whether it’s dinosaurs or spaceflight's gleam, A timeline helps us understand the scheme. Does that make sense? Any questions before we move on to our next topic?