This Charles Dickens’ Birthday assembly is designed for primary schools (KS1 & KS2) and introduces pupils to one of Britain’s most famous authors in a fun, engaging and age-appropriate way.

The presentation helps children to:

Learn who Charles Dickens was and why he is still remembered today

Explore famous Dickens books, including Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol and Great Expectations

Discover the themes of kindness, courage and fairness found in his stories

Learn how Dickens’ writing highlighted life in Victorian London

Enjoy inspiring stories and memorable characters such as Oliver, Scrooge and Miss Havisham

Discover fun facts about Dickens’ life and writing

Take part in ideas for celebrating Dickens’ birthday at school and at home

Reflect on how stories can teach important life lessons

This assembly supports reading for pleasure, literacy, cultural capital and oracy, making it ideal for whole-school use.

What’s included

Fully prepared PowerPoint assembly

KS1 & KS2 appropriate language and visuals

Supports English, Reading and History links

Encourages a love of classic literature

No preparation required – ready to present

Perfect for Charles Dickens’ Birthday, literacy weeks, author studies, World Book Day build-up or whole-school reading assemblies.