I have been teaching for 10 years both as a Biology/Chemistry/Pychology teacher and as a Head of department. I have experience teaching in both international schools and state comprehensives.
I have been teaching for 10 years both as a Biology/Chemistry/Pychology teacher and as a Head of department. I have experience teaching in both international schools and state comprehensives.
This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here
This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the B1.2 Proteins in the new IB Biology specification.
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This Powerpoint consists of 55 slides and contains the followings:
All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec.
Exam tips
Clear diagrams
Videos
Student research tasks
Clearly identified HL and SL content
The following content is included:
B1.2.1: Generalised structure of an amino acid.
B1.2.2: Condensation reactions produce dipeptides and longer polypeptides.
B1.2.3: Dietary requirements of amino acids
B1.2.4: Infinite possible variety of polypeptide chains
B1.2.5: Effects of pH and temperature on proteins structure.
B1.2.6: chemical diversity in the R-groups of amino acids is the basis for the immense diversity in protein structures (HL only)
B1.2.7: Impact of the primary structure on the conformation of proteins (HL only)
B1.2.8: Pleating and coiling of secondary structure of proteins (HL only)
B1.2.9: Dependence of tertiary structure on hydrogen bonds, ionic bonds, disulphide covalent bonds and hydrophobic interactions (HL only)
B1.2.10: Effects of polar and non-polar amino acids on the tertiary structure (HL only)
B1.2.11: Quaternary structure of conjugated and non-conjugated proteins (HL only
B1.2.12: Relationships of form and function for globular and fibrous proteins (HL only)
This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here
This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C1.3 Photosynthesis in the new IB Biology specification.
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This Powerpoint consists of over 50 slides and contains the followings:
All the information the IB have included in the new spec.
Exam tips
Clear diagrams
Student research tasks
Clearly identified HL and SL content
Student checklist
Summary
The following content is included:
C1.3.1: Explain how the energy transformation of light energy to chemical energy is needed for most life processes in ecosystems.
C1.3.2: Describe photosynthesis as the conversion of carbon dioxide to glucose.
C1.3.3: Describe the production of oxygen as a by-product of photosynthesis.
C1.3.4: Describe the process of chromatography for separating pigments and the use of Rf values to identify pigments.
C1.3.5: Describe and explain the absorption of different wavelengths of light by photosynthetic pigments.
C1.3.6: Compare absorption and action spectra
C1.3.7: Determine through investigation the effects of limiting factors on the rate of photosynthesis.
C1.3.8: Describe carbon dioxide enrichment experiments as a means of predicting future rates of photosynthesis and plant growth.
C1.3.9: Describe photosystems as arrays of pigments within membranes of photosynthetic organisms that generate and emit excited electrons.
C1.3.10: Explain the advantage that an array of pigments in a photosystem has over individual pigment molecules.
C1.3.11: Describe the photolysis of water in terms of a means of replacing lost electrons in photosystem II and the production of oxygen as a waste product.
C1.3.12: Describe the production of ATP by chemiosmosis through both cyclic and non-cyclic photophosphorylation.
C1.3.13: Describe the reduction of NADP by photosystem I.
C1.3.14: Explain the importance of the thylakoids as the site of photolysis, chemiosmosis and reduction of NADP.
C1.3.15: Describe carbon fixation by Rubisco and the significance of Rubisco as an enzyme.
C1.3.16: Describe the process of generating triose phosphate using ATP and reduced NADP.
C1.3.17: Describe the regeneration of RuBP and the completion of the Calvin Cycle using ATP.
C1.3.18: Describe the production of a variety of carbon compounds from photosynthesis.
C1.3.19: Explain the link between the light-dependent and light-independent reactions and how the light-independent reactions cannot continue in the absence of light.
This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here
This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the B3.3 Muscle and motility in the new IB Biology specification.
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This Powerpoint consists of 68 slides and contains the followings:
All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec.
Exam tips
Clear diagrams
Student research tasks
Clearly identified HL and SL content
Student checklist
Summary
The following content is included:
B3.3.1: Recognise the concept of movement in different species.
B3.3.2: Outline the structure of a sarcomere.
B3.3.3: Explain how a sarcomere contracts.
B3.3.4: Outline the role of titin and antagonistic muscles in muscle relaxation.
B3.3.5: Describe the structure and function of motor units in skeletal muscles.
B3.3.6: Outline the role of the skeleton as anchorage for muscles and as levers.
B3.3.7: Explain the role of the different components of a joint.
B3.3.8: Compare the range of motion of a joint.
B3.3.9: Explain the antagonistic action of the internal and external intercostal muscles.
B3.3.10: Give examples of reasons for locomotion.
B3.3.11: Describe adaptations for swimming in marine mammals.
This bundle consists of 9 end of unit exams for Theme/Unit C of the new IB Biology specification:
C1.1: Enzymes
C1.2: respiration
C1.3: photosynthesis
C2.1: Chemical signalling (HL only)
C2.2: Neural signalling
C3.1: Integration of body systems
C3.2: Defence against disease
C4.1: Populations and communities
C4.2: Transfer of energy and matter
Each exam can be used as an end of topic exam and consists of:
10 multiple choice questions
Questions using IB command terms: state, explain, analyse, describe
Data based question
Mark schemes included
Full resources bundle which you can use to teach topic 18 (iGCSE Cambridge). Contains:
Contains 7 lessons (DNA, Variation, mutations, plant and animal adaptations, natural selection and evolution, antibiotic resistance and selective breeding.
Contains starter tasks and regular assessment questions with answers
Student check list
Revision questions
This fantastic resources covers the GCSE and iGCSE content for the nervous system. Formed of over 40 slides, thes lessons will take approximately 2-3 hours to teach. It contains:
Starter slides for each lessons
Retrieval tasks for other biology topics
Structure of the kidneys
Explanation of ultrafiltration and selective resabsorption
Questions and answers
Role of ADH is controlling water levels
Excretion of Carbon dioxide
Formation of Urea in the liver
Full resources bundle made up of 4 lessons which you can use to teach topic 21 (iGCSE Cambridge). Each lesson contains starter tasks, regular assessment questions with answers, all key information and student friendly diagrams. The following lessons are included:
Genetic engineering pt 1 and 2 (process of genetic modification and GMO crops).
Biotechnology pt 1 and 2 (uses of microorganisms in processes and fermenters).
Student checklist
Full resources bundle which you can use to teach topic 3 (IB SL Biology). Contains:
Over 300 slides which can be used to teach over 20 hours.
Contains starter tasks and regular assessment questions with answers
Covers all subtopics 3.1 Genes, 3.2: Chromosomes, 3.3: Meiosis, 3.4: Inheritance and 3.5: Genetic modification and Biotechnology
Student checklist
This bundle contains all the resources you need to teach A4 (Evolutions and speciation and Ecosystems) as part of the new IB specification. This bundle contains:
Over 100 slides which cover all the content stipulated by the IB.
Student questions with answers
Checklist
Clear diagrams
Reserch tasks
Quesitons and answers
This is ready to teach as soon as you download it!!
This is a fully resourced lesson on the skeletion for a mixed ability Year 7/8 class. The lesson contains an engaging starter task, diagrams for labelling, questions with answers and a video task. The following content is covered:
Types of bones
Structure of bones
Function of the skeletal system
Plenary task
This fantastic resources covers the GCSE and iGCSE content which introduces students to the endocrine system. Formed of 20 slides, this lesson will take approximately 1-2 hours to teach. It contains:
Starter slide
Retrieval questions on other Biology topics
Comparison of the endocrine and nervous system
Identifying the different glands in the human body
Student research task on the different glands in the human body
Student tasks with answers
Past paper questions
This fantastic resources covers the GCSE and iGCSE content for the menstrual cycle. this lesson will take approximately 1-2 hours to teach. It contains:
Starter slide
Retrieval tasks
Key hormones involved in the menstrual cycle (LH, FSH, Oestrogen and Progesterone)
Stages of the menstrual cycle
Student tasks with answers
This fantastic resources covers the GCSE and iGCSE content for plant hormones. Formed of 18 slides, this lesson will take approximately 1-2 hours to teach. It contains:
Starter slide
Retrieval tasks
Explanation of how auxins work
Explanation of phototropism and geotropism
Uses of ethene and gibberellins
Exam style questions
This bundle contains 12 fully resourced lessons, with starter tasks, key notes, diagrams and exam style questions on the following topics:
Introduction to homeostasis
Nervous system
The Brain
The eye
Controlling Temperature
Endocrine system
Controlling Blood sugar
Role of the Kidneys and Liver in excretion
Dialysis and Kidney transplant
Menstrual cycle
Infertility treatment
Plant hormones
This excellent resource contains 7 lessons which cover gas exchange in humans. Each lesson contains a starter activity with answers, notes, research tasks, questions with answers, practicals. The lessons included are:
Human Breathing system
Inhalation and Exhalation
Composition of inhaled and exhaled air (incl practical)
Effects of excercise on breathing (incl practical)
Protecting the breathing system
Smoking and causal/correlation links (two lessons)
Student checklist
This fantastic resources covers the GCSE and iGCSE content for the nervous system. Formed of over 30 slides, this lesson will take approximately 2-3 hours to teach. It contains:
Stater slide
Definitions for all key words required
Reflex arcs
Synapses
Reaction times practical
Summary questions with answers
This fantastic resources covers the GCSE and iGCSE content for the brain. Formed of over 40 slides, this lesson will take approximately 2-3 hours to teach. It contains:
Stater slide
Definitions for all key words required
Parts of the brain
Imagining of the brain
Neuroplasticity
Summary questions with answers
This resources comprises of 4 lessons (can take up to 6 if all activities are completed):
The Heart
Blood vessels
Coronary heart disease
Blood
Past paper questions (could be used as an assessment/homework)
All resources follow the specification of the exam boards and contain past paper questions, real world context, independent tasks and clear learning objectives.
This bundle consists of 9 fully resourced lessons for GCSE Biology which contain starter tasks, student activities, exam style questions, all key information in a student friendly manner. The following lessons are included:
Animal and plant cells
Prokaryotes and Eukaryotes
Specialised cells
Microscopy (incl practical)
Diffusion
Osmosis (incl practical)
Active transport
Stem cells
Mitosis
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This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the A1.1 water in the new IB Biology specification for both HL and SL.
This Powerpoint consists of 43 slides and contains the following:
Starter task
All information is clearly presented
Student tasks with answers
All key terms
Notes for students
Exam style questions with answers
Student checklist (great for revision at the end of the unit)
The following content is covered:
A1.1: Water as a medium of life
A1.2: Hydrogen bonds are a consequence of polar covalent bonds within a water molecule.
A1.3: Cohesion of water molecules due to hydrogen bonds and the consequences for organisms
A1.4: Adhesion of water molecules to polar or charged materials and the impact for organisms.
A1.5: Solvent properties of water linked to its role as a medium for metabolism and transport in plants and animals
A1.6: Physical properties of water and the consequences for animals in aquatic habitats.
A1.7: Extraplanetary origins of water on Earth and reasons for it´s retention (HL ONLY)
A1.8: Relationship between the search for extra-terrestrial life and the presence of water (HL ONLY)