Fire safety, burns and fireworks
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe dangers related to fire and fireworks.
Key learning points
- Lighters, matches and flames can start large fires.
- Burns can be serious and must be treated quickly.
- Fireworks can be extremely dangerous if used incorrectly.
- We may need to call 999 to report a fire.
Keywords
Dangerous - something that can cause us harm
Emergency - a dangerous situation that needs immediate help
Common misconception
It's easy to put out a fire.
Once a fire has started to spread, it is almost impossible to put it out without the fire services.
Teacher tip
Review this lesson before Bonfire Night and the New Year, to remind pupils about the dangers of fireworks.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word to the definition.
something that could lead to a dangerous accident
rivers, lakes, ponds, pools and the sea
the police, firefighters, ambulance, Coastguard and mountain rescue
Q2.What common dangers should we be aware of?
Q3.Train tracks are dangerous because of the that runs through the tracks.
Q4.How can we avoid serious dangers around open water?
Q5.How can we avoid danger around roads?
Q6.We can report an emergency by calling ...
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word to the definition.
a dangerous situation that needs immediate help
something that could cause us harm
a device or machine that needs electricity to work
Q2.What can start fires?
Q3.Why are fires dangerous?
Q4.Burns can be serious and should be quickly.
Q5.Which of the following statements are true?
Q6.What should we do if someone has been burned and the fire is still burning?
To help you plan your 5 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Fire safety, burns and fireworks, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 5 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Fire safety, burns and fireworks, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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