The Great Fire of London KS1 PowerPoint Lesson | History Presentation | Year 1 & Year 2

£4.50

Bring history to life with this engaging KS1 Great Fire of London PowerPoint (23 slides)! Through stunning illustrations, simple explanations and interactive activities, children will discover how the fire started, why it spread so quickly, the people who shaped the story and how London was rebuilt. Packed with discussion opportunities, quizzes and fun challenges, this ready-to-teach lesson is perfect for introducing one of Britain’s most famous historical events.

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Description

Take your class on an exciting journey back to 1666 with this beautifully illustrated Great Fire of London PowerPoint (23 slides), designed specifically for Key Stage 1 learners.

This engaging lesson introduces children to one of the most famous events in British history through simple explanations, eye-catching visuals and interactive activities that encourage discussion and critical thinking.

Pupils will discover:

  • 🔥 How the Great Fire of London started
  • 🏠 Why the fire spread so quickly
  • 🚒 How people tried to stop the fire
  • ⏳ How long the fire lasted
  • 📖 Who Samuel Pepys was and why his diary is so important
  • 👑 The roles of Sir Thomas Bloodworth, King Charles II and Sir Christopher Wren
  • 🧱 How London was rebuilt after the fire
  • 🌆 What London looks like today

The presentation also includes a wide variety of engaging activities to reinforce learning, including:

  • 🔍 Spot the Fire Hazards
  • ⏳ Put the Events in Order
  • 👥 Match the Person
  • ✅ True or False Challenge
  • ⭐ Great Fire Quiz

Designed with young learners in mind, this PowerPoint uses large illustrations, child-friendly language and interactive tasks to make history memorable and enjoyable.

Perfect for:

  • KS1 History
  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Whole-class teaching
  • Interactive whiteboards
  • Lesson starters and plenaries
  • Home learning

What’s Included

  • 📄 23+ beautifully designed PowerPoint slides
  • 🖼️ Stunning historical illustrations throughout
  • 💡 “Did You Know?” facts
  • 🎯 Interactive discussion and assessment activities
  • 📝 End-of-lesson quiz and recap opportunities

Whether you’re introducing the Great Fire of London for the first time or revising key historical knowledge, this ready-to-use presentation will help children understand the causes, events and lasting impact of this fascinating moment in history.

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