Great Fire of London Artefacts Collection

Step back into 1666 with the Great Fire of London Artefacts Collection. This carefully curated pack of reproduction artefacts, maps, and educational resources allows students to explore the causes, events, and consequences of the Great Fire. Ideal for KS1 and KS2, this hands-on collection provides an immersive way to bring history lessons to life.

Contents:

• Reproduction Leather Fire Helmet: Authentic replica of the protective headgear worn by 17th-century firefighters (39cm wide).
• Reproduction Leather Fire Bucket: A detailed replica of the buckets used to carry water to fight fires (24cm high).
• Cross-section of Wooden Water Hosepipe: Illustrates the primitive yet essential firefighting tools of the time.
• A1 Wenceslas Hollar’s Map: A large, detailed map capturing the devastating spread of the fire.
• 12 Double-Sided Timeline Cards (15cm x 15cm): Highlighting key events leading to, during, and after the Great Fire.
• Plot, Plague, and Fire Frieze: A visually engaging three-section frieze (30cm x 100cm per section) connecting the fire to its wider historical context.
• Teachers’ Notes: Packed with historical details, context, and engaging lesson activity ideas.

Educational Context:

The Great Fire of London is a pivotal topic in the primary curriculum, providing opportunities to explore historical themes such as urban development, firefighting evolution, and life in 17th-century London. This collection is designed to foster curiosity and critical thinking through interaction with high-quality replica artefacts and learning resources.

The timeline cards and map serve as visual aids to help pupils sequence events and understand the fire's impact. The frieze offers insights into the interconnected themes of plague, urban renewal, and historical context, while the comprehensive teachers’ notes provide structured lesson ideas to save planning time.

Educational Value:

• Interactive Learning: Engages students through tactile exploration of key artefacts.
• Visual Storytelling: Tools like the timeline cards and map help students make connections and visualise the historical event.
• Cross-Curricular Links: Perfect for linking history to geography (urban mapping) and English (descriptive writing and drama).
• Developing Empathy: Encourages discussions on how people lived and coped during historical crises.

The Great Fire of London Artefacts Collection provides a comprehensive toolkit for teaching this fascinating historical topic, making it an invaluable resource for classrooms looking to inspire curiosity and engagement in young learners.