The Great Fire of London

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Original and replica objects to support in-depth study of the Great Fire of London in 1666. Resource contains information on context and effects of the fire and significant historical figures of the period. Includes timeline, book of activities and information card for each item.

Box includes: Staffordshire slipware pot; Charles I death warrant; original coins from the period; leather fireman’s helmet; original cannon ball; leather fire hose; clay pipe; seal of Charles II; fire extinguisher, ink pot and quill; bread peel and wooden tankard.

Meets National Curriculum requirement in History –

KS1 Events beyond living memory nationally or globally

KS2 An aspect or theme in British history that extends chronological knowledge before 1066. Local history study

KS3 Development of Church, State and Society in Britain 1509 – 1745

Activity pack meets National Curriculum requirement for English, Art and Design, Geography and Drama, Key Stage 1 – 3.

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