Samurai Lessons for KS2 – Bushido, Honour & History Worksheets
Learn About the Samurai – KS2 History Worksheets and Activities
Bring Japanese history to life with this engaging KS2 resource all about the samurai.
Ideal for Year 3–4, pupils will explore the world of the samurai, their code of bushido, and the importance of honour, courage and respect.
This pack includes:
Reading texts: Who were the samurai? A day in the life of a samurai, female samurai (Onna-bugeisha), and more.
Comprehension questions to support reading and discussion.
Creative activities: Make your own paper katana, draw a kabuto helmet, and role-play samurai values.
Word searches and quizzes to consolidate key vocabulary.
Cross-curricular links to PSHE, literacy and art, encouraging reflection on values such as honesty, fairness, and respect.
Perfect for:
KS2 history lessons (Year 3–4)
Cross-curricular projects on Japan or world cultures
PSHE discussions about values and behaviour
Fun end-of-unit enrichment activities
Format: PDF, ready to print in A4.


