Bring the Gunpowder Plot to life with this engaging and fully editable Guido (Guy) Fawkes teaching resource pack, designed for Upper Key Stage 2 and Lower Key Stage 3 history lessons.
Perfect for lessons around Bonfire Night (5th November), this resource helps pupils explore one of the most dramatic events in British history — the failed attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament in 1605.

What’s Included?
This complete resource pack contains everything you need for an engaging, ready-to-teach lesson:

• Informational PowerPoint presentation – introduces key facts, people, and events of the Gunpowder Plot in an age-appropriate, visually appealing format.
• Six differentiated activities to consolidate understanding and encourage creative learning:
  Gunpowder Plot Word Search – build historical vocabulary.
  Guido Fawkes Fact File – develop research and summarising skills.
  Wanted Poster Template – creative writing and design task.
  Timeline Worksheet – sequence events and improve chronological awareness.
  Writing Task - build vocabulary and creatie writing skills.
  Acting Role Play - develop verbal speaking skills and confidence.

This resource pack supports key curriculum aims by helping pupils understand the causes and consequences of the Gunpowder Plot, identify significant historical figures, and explore terms such as treason, conspiracy, and Parliament. It’s perfect for use in KS2 and KS3 History lessons, cross-curricular English activities, Bonfire Night assemblies, or homework projects.
Teachers love how easy this pack is to use and adapt for different abilities, combining factual learning with fun, creative tasks that keep pupils engaged.

Everything you need for a memorable Bonfire Night lesson is included – simply download, print, and teach!