Wanted Poster Template – Historical & Creative Classroom Activity

Bring history and creativity to life with this engaging Wanted Poster Worksheet! Perfect for lessons on criminals throughout history, modern crime studies, or even creative writing projects, this versatile resource encourages students to think critically, research, and design their own posters.

Included:

Two-page PDF template with a classic Wanted poster design.

A photo box for inserting or drawing a picture of the criminal/character.

Guided fields for students to complete:

Name & Alias

Date of Birth / Age

Crimes Committed

Last Known Location

Physical Description (height, build, features, etc.)

Reward & Danger Level

Notes / Background Information

Print-ready format – works perfectly as a worksheet or display activity.

Classroom Uses:

History: Research infamous figures such as Dick Turpin, Al Capone, or Bonnie & Clyde.

English / Creative Writing: Invent fictional characters for storytelling or drama.

Citizenship: Explore consequences of crime and discuss modern issues like cybercrime.

Art & Design: Let students customise and decorate their posters.

Why Teachers Love It:

Fun, interactive, and adaptable across subjects.

Encourages research, creativity, and critical thinking.

Suitable for individual, group, or display work.

Perfect for KS2, KS3, and beyond!