**A complete, no prep KS1 history lesson focused on sequencing the events of the Great Fire of London.

Children build a clear timeline using real dates, historical figures, and a structured approach to talk and writing.

This is a complete KS1 history lesson focused on sequencing the events of the Great Fire of London.

Pupils learn to place key events in chronological order using real dates and historical figures, including Thomas Farriner and Samuel Pepys. The lesson builds on prior learning about sources and develops understanding of how events unfold over time.

Designed for real classrooms, this lesson uses clear routines, structured talk, and short, focused activities to support all learners.

Pupils will learn:
• That events happen in a specific order (chronology)
• Key events of the Great Fire of London across several days
• That the fire started in Thomas Farriner’s bakery
• That Samuel Pepys recorded what he saw

What’s included:
• Clear, ready to teach slideshow
• Printable worksheet (reading, sentence task, and timeline activity)
• Cut and stick timeline task
• No prep required

This lesson is structured to support attention and understanding through:
• Short, focused learning steps
• Structured partner talk and sentence stems
• Carefully scaffolded writing
• Frequent checking for understanding

This is Lesson 3 in a planned sequence on the Great Fire of London.

Also available as part of a full unit.