The Birthday Cake Mistake (Video)

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Everyone
3 - 5
Video
Fire
English
PSHE
Reading Comprehension
Keeping Safe
People who help us
Fire Safety
3.38 mins
Last reviewed: 07 Apr 25

Ben and Katy are playing and having fun but the fun soon ends when Katy starts playing with matches. Find out how the family make a quick escape and get help from the fire and rescue service.

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An engaging story about the dangers of lighters and matches and how a seemingly harmless game can lead to a disaster. Narrated by Firefighter John, it highlights the importance of: knowing about fire risks, having working smoke alarms and an escape plan, following your instincts when something isn't safe and how to get help when it is needed.

Find lesson plans, lots of activity ideas and worksheets, along with different versions of the story including a makaton and widget version, in the linked lesson bundle below.