Curated OER
Samuel Pepys
Young writers examine the world of diaries. They study the diary of the famous Samuel Pepy, and discuss why it's so important. Together, as a class, they create a diary that describes what happened in school on a certain day. The catch...
Curated OER
The Great Fire of London
In the year 1666, a great fire spread and destroyed much of London. Tell the tale of The Great Fire of London with the help of this image rich presentation. Pictures of the fire, where it began, and The London Gazette where it was...
Bibliomania
Bibliomania: Samuel Pepys
This site from Bibliomania.com provides biographical information on Samuel Pepys, one of the most prominent politicians of his time. Includes several links, including a link to the full text of his diary.
Bibliomania
Bibliomania: Pepys's Diary
Bibliomania.com provides the full text of Samuel Pepys's Diary as well as the preface to the original edition.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Diary
An encyclopedia article from Wikipedia on the diary discusses the transition from the first diaries being used strictly for business to diaries being used for personal use. Also gives details on diary (or journal) writing during the 21st...
Luminarium
Luminarium: 17th Century English Literature
A website covering 17th century English literature. Extensive list of links connected to many prominent writers of the time. A detailed historical timeline of the 17th century provided.
ReadWriteThink
Read Write Think: Samuel Pepys Classroom Activity
A classroom activity marking the birth of diarist Samuel Pepys. Provides nice ideas for teacher-student involvement, as well as links, lesson plans, and a bibliography.
Harvard University
Harvard University Library Open Collections Program: The Great Plague of London
Students investigate the Great Plague of London that occurred in 1665. Some topics explored are the Great Plague in fictional literature, Samuel Pepys, and William Boghurst. Additional resources include web pages, references, and...
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Say Hi to Haibun Fun
In this lesson plan, students will consider Say Hi to Haibun Fun which looks at a Japanese style of writing called haibun. Worksheets and other supporting materials can be found under the Resources tab.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Great Fire of London
[Free Registration/Login Required] A largely pictorial flipchart about the Great Fire of London which includes a cloze procedure exercise on the events that happened.
Other
The Diary of Samuel Pepys
Read the 17th century diary of Samuel Pepys day by day and learn about what was both important and ordinary in the life Restoration England.
Other
Illyria: A Look at Samuel Pepys
This site gives a very brief essay describing Samuel Pepys' life and his famous diary. His self-portrait is included.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Samuel Pepys
Samuel Pepys, FRS (23 February 1633 - 26 May 1703) was an English naval administrator and Member of Parliament, who is now most famous for his diary. Although Pepys had no maritime experience, he rose by patronage, hard work and his...