This week, Class 2 has been exploring Bonfire night. We’ve been learning about the events that took place over 400 years ago and the story of Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot.

We have

  • Read the story of the Gunpowder Plot, discovering who Guy Fawkes was and what he plotted.

  • Discussed the significance of Bonfire Night, including why we celebrate it today.

  • Focused on safety tips for celebrating Bonfire Night safely, including the importance of staying a safe distance from fireworks and bonfires.

We also introduced key vocabulary to help us understand the history and traditions surrounding this event, such as:

  • Past

  • Bonfire

  • A long, long time ago