The Great Fire of London
Children will learn what London was like in the 1600s when the Great Fire of London began. Children will then use a timeline to sequence the main events. They will also learn why the fire spread so quickly and look at historical sources to find out how Londoners fought the fire. In addition, children will learn about Samuel Pepys and listen to extracts from his diary. Finally, they will learn how the Great Fire changed London forever.
What children learn in The Great Fire of London
Great Fire of London Timeline
Why did the fire spread so quickly?
How did Londoners fight the fire?
Samuel Pepys' diary
How did the fire change London?
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