Resource Pack: Halloween and Bonfire Night
Autumn brings plenty of excitement, from fireworks lighting up the sky to Halloween celebrations and cosy nights with friends. This seasonal pack helps students make the most of it all while staying safe and informed.
Featuring short, discussion-friendly videos on topics like bonfire safety, choosing Halloween costumes and staying safe while trick-or-treating, this pack is designed to spark conversations around fun, safety and good decision-making. Perfect for PSHE lessons or tutor time, it offers a timely way to engage learners with the real-life choices and celebrations happening all around them.
Preview
Watch a preview of ‘Staying Safe on Bonfire Night’ - a short KS3 video showing pupils how to enjoy fireworks and sparklers safely while keeping warm and sticking with friends.
In this video, KS3 pupils can discover practical tips for a safe and fun Bonfire Night, including how to prepare for the cold, enjoy fireworks responsibly, and look out for friends. Ideal for starting conversations about safety and making the most of seasonal celebrations.
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Key Stage 3
What are the best ways to stay safe while trick or treating? This video helps KS3 pupils learn practical tips for having fun at Halloween while staying safe. Through clear, numbered advice, learners explore the importance of sticking with friends, staying close to home, and trusting their instincts to make sure their Halloween is spooky - but safe!
How can pupils create a Halloween costume that’s fun, creative, and eco-friendly? This video by Sunny helps KS3 learners explore ideas for choosing and making costumes, from DIY projects to thrifting and mixing and matching outfits. Through practical tips and inspiration, pupils discover how to celebrate Halloween in style while being mindful of costs, comfort, and sustainability.
Key Stage 3 & 4
In this video by Amy, help your KS3 and KS4 pupils explore the fireworks debate: weighing up the benefits, like community fun and fundraising, against the downsides, such as noise, stress, and environmental impact. Perfect for sparking classroom discussion, encouraging pupils to form arguments, and practice debating respectfully. All whilst preparing to be safe for the celebrations!
Key Stage 4 & 5
This video helps your KS4 and KS5 pupils explore how to stay safe during Bonfire Night while taking more responsibility for themselves and others. From following legal rules for fireworks to handling sparklers carefully and keeping an eye on friends in crowded events, learners are encouraged to make smart choices so they can enjoy the celebrations safely.