**A complete KS1 history lesson using real quotes from Samuel Pepys to explore what we can learn from a historical source.

Children interpret evidence, match quotes to meaning, and explain why Samuel Pepys can be trusted.**

This is a complete KS1 history lesson focused on using a historical source to understand the Great Fire of London.

Children work with real quotes from Samuel Pepys and learn how to interpret what these tell us about the fire. The lesson builds on prior knowledge of sources and chronology, moving pupils from simply knowing what happened to understanding how we know.

Pupils will:
• Read and explore real quotes from Samuel Pepys
• Identify key information within a source
• Match quotes to what they tell us
• Develop early understanding of source reliability
• Explain why Samuel Pepys can be trusted

What’s included:
• Clear, ready-to-teach slideshow
• Printable worksheet (find, partner talk, matching task, and written outcome)
• No prep required

This lesson is designed for real classrooms, with:
• Short, focused learning steps
• Structured talk and movement
• Visual scaffolds and Widgit-style support
• Frequent checks for understanding

This is Lesson 4 in a structured Great Fire of London unit.

Also available as part of a full sequence.