Free Great Fire Of London Template | EYFS Core | BookFlik
Bring the excitement of the past into your classroom with our comprehensive History great fire of london template eyfs core resource. Designed specifically for Reception-aged children, this pack helps little learners understand the events of 1666 through engaging storytelling and hands-on activities. Our original character, Ellie the Elephant, guides children through the timeline, using her incredible memory to help them sequence key moments in a way that is sensitive and age-appropriate for 3-5 year olds.
This History great fire of london template eyfs core pack is fully aligned with the Understanding the World area of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. It encourages children to compare life in the past with their own lives today, focusing on how houses were built and how people lived in the seventeenth century. By using this History great fire of london template eyfs core, teachers can facilitate discussions about community, emergency services, and how the city changed after the blaze.
The resource includes a variety of printable sheets, including a simple sequencing task, a sorting activity for old and new materials, and a creative drawing task. It is perfectly pitched at the expected standard for EYFS learners, offering a balance of recall and critical thinking.
To check understanding, the pack includes 6 key questions:
1. What was the name of the bakery where the fire started?
2. Why were the houses in London easy to burn?
3. How did people travel around London in 1666?
4. Who helps us if there is a fire in our town today?
5. Can you spot two differences between a house from long ago and your house?
6. If you were a builder back then, what would you use to build a house to keep it safe?
Download this free resource today to bring history to life in your setting with clarity, care, and creative learning!
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