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My comprehensive collection of classroom-based resources caters to KS3 and KS4 science, aligned with the AQA specification. Additionally, I offer a range of distance learning resources to support flexible learning environments. For the latest updates on resources and new releases, be sure to visit my website

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My comprehensive collection of classroom-based resources caters to KS3 and KS4 science, aligned with the AQA specification. Additionally, I offer a range of distance learning resources to support flexible learning environments. For the latest updates on resources and new releases, be sure to visit my website
Transport systems in plants
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Transport systems in plants

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During this lesson (B4.7 Transport systems in plants) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how substances are transported around plants in xylem and phloem. Based on the 7th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B4: Organising animals and plants chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (23 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Health and disease
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Health and disease

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During this lesson (B5.1 Health and disease) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the difference between health and disease. Suitable for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Kerboodle B5: Communicable diseases chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. **Presentation contains (40 slides)- ** Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Tissues and organs Lesson bundle
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Tissues and organs Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B3.1 Tissues and organs lesson in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how multicellular organisms are organised. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. 1. Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Antibiotic resistant bacteria
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Antibiotic resistant bacteria

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Antibiotic resistant bacteria is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of how the evolution of resistance in bacteria poses a threat to human health through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 8th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.6.3.7 Resistant bacteria lesson (B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B15.8 Antibiotic resistant bacteria lesson (B15 Genetics and evolution chapter). The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Presentation contains (35 slides): ● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions. ● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson. ● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding. ● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning. ● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking. ● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes. ● Homework Activities: Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels: ● Level 1: Low demand ● Level 2: Standard demand ● Level 3: High demand If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Food security
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Food security

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Food security is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the factors that affect food security through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 10th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.5.1 Factors affecting food security lesson (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.10 Factors affecting food security lesson (B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems chapter). The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Presentation contains (32 slides): ● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions. ● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson. ● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding. ● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning. ● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking. ● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels. ● Level 1: Low demand ● Level 2: Standard demand ● Level 3: High demand If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Pathogens and disease
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Pathogens and disease

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During this lesson (B5.2 Pathogens and disease) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how pathogens cause disease and are spread between organisms. Based on the second lesson of the AQA 9-1 GCSE Kerboodle B5: Communicable diseases chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (32 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic cells Distance learning
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Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic cells Distance learning

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This digital worksheet covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.3 Eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells lesson. Students work through the digital worksheet completing a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell’s structure and function. Ideal for independent & distance learning / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8 This resource includes: Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™- upload to your Google Drive™, right click and select make a copy (this will convert back into Google Doc™. format and enable Google Draw™ and other Google features). The worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (fact of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Levels of organisation Lesson bundle
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Levels of organisation Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 8.1.1 Levels of organisation lesson, in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the hierarchy of organisation in multicellular organisms. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. 1. Classroom based presentation- • Bell work activity • Lesson objective and success criteria • Information slides • Challenge activities (group work) • Practical activity (where appropriate) • Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) • Peer and self-assessment Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2. Digital worksheet- • Teacher guidance and answers • Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (joke of the day). • Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. • Explain- lesson presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). • Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. • Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc
Plant and animal cells Lesson bundle
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Plant and animal cells Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 8.2.2 Plant and animal cells lesson, in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the function of the components in animal and plant cells. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. 1.Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (joke of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Competition in plants
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Competition in plants

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During this lesson (B16-5 Competition in plants) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how and why plants compete for resources. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B16: Adaptations, interdependence, and competition chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (26 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Photosynthesis
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Photosynthesis

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During this lesson (B8.1 Photosynthesis) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the process of photosynthesis and how a leaf is adapted to carry it out efficiently. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B8: Photosynthesis chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (29 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
1.3.10 Cell division in sexual reproduction (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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1.3.10 Cell division in sexual reproduction (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentation covering the 10th lesson of AQA 9-1 Synergy 1.3 Cells in animals and plants chapter. Presentation contains- -Bell work activity -Lesson objective and success criteria -Information slides -Challenge and demonstrate understanding activities -Practical activities (where appropriate) -Summary questions (inc QWC) -Peer and self-assessment Aimed at foundation tier. Compiled from various sources.
The eye
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The eye

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During this lesson (B10.5 The eye) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how the structures of the eye allow it to focus light. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B10: The human nervous system chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (40 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license (alternatives suggested where possible). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Cycling materials
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Cycling materials

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Cycling materials is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the importance of decay in recycling materials through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 2nd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.2.2 How materials are cycled lesson (B7 Ecology unit unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B17.2 Materials cycling lesson (B17 Organising an ecosystem chapter). The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Presentation contains (26 slides): ● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions. ● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson. ● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding. ● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning. ● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking. ● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes. ● Homework Activities: Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels. ● Level 1: Low demand ● Level 2: Standard demand ● Level 3: High demand This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. Cycling materials Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Deforestation and peat destruction
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Deforestation and peat destruction

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Deforestation and peat destruction is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the impacts to biodiversity and the environment of deforestation and peat destruction through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.3.3 Land use lesson (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.4 Deforestation and peat destruction lesson (B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems chapter). The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Presentation contains (34 slides)- ● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions. ● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson. ● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding. ● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning. ● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking. ● Homework Activities: Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels. ● Level 1: Low demand ● Level 2: Standard demand ● Level 3: High demand This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. Deforestation and peat destruction Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Unhealthy diets Lesson bundle
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Unhealthy diets Lesson bundle

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This comprehensive lesson bundle provides the unhealthy diets lesson in both classroom and distance learning formats: PowerPoint for classroom instruction and digital worksheets for distance learning. Unhealthy diets is an engaging and differentiated lesson designed to help Year 8 students develop their understanding of the health issues related to an unhealthy diet. This lesson is the 8th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.8.4 Digestion topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 8b: Organisms, 8.4.3 Unhealthy diets lesson. The bundle includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement and is fully editable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class. Bundle contents: 1. Classroom-based presentation and resources: ● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes ● Bell Work / Do Now Activity ● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria ● Discussion Slides ● Information Slides with Levelled Content ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work) ● Practical Activity ● Differentiated Questions with Answers ● Student Worksheets/Handouts ● Homework Activities 2. Digital worksheet: ● Teacher guidance and answers ● Engagement ● Exploration ● Explanation ● Application ● Extension ● Please note: To fully utilise this resource, students need a computer with internet access. This resource is recommended for use in Google Doc™ format. While it can be converted to Word/Excel, some tasks may not function properly in these formats. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
B13 Reproduction
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B13 Reproduction

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Reproduction contains 10 fully resourced lessons in which GCSE students develop an understanding of types of reproduction, meiosis, the Human Genome Project, the structure of DNA, protein synthesis, patterns of inheritance, and inherited disorders. Lessons suitable for teaching- AQA Spec B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13 Reproduction chapter. All presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Each presentation contains- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Practical activity (if appropriate) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Level 1: Low demand Level 2: Standard demand Level 3: High demand If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Enquiry processes 1 bundle (Activate 1)
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Enquiry processes 1 bundle (Activate 1)

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Enquiry processes 1 contains 6 fully resourced lessons designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of asking scientific questions, planning investigations, collecting, recording, presenting and analysing data and evaluating investigations through clear explanations and engaging activities. These lessons cover the content from the AQA KS3 Enquiry processes topic and the Activate 1 (OUP) Enquiry processes 1 chapter. The lessons include all necessary resources, making them easy to implement in your classroom. Additionally, the editable text allows you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Each editable presentation contains: ●Lesson prep and materials guide: Clear guidance for preparing the lesson. ●Student worksheets/handouts (if appropriate): All the printable materials needed for the lesson. ●Do Now activity: Starter activity to refresh students’ memory and introduce the upcoming lesson. ●Clear lesson aim, objectives & success criteria: Provides students with a clear understanding of what they’ll learn and how to show their understanding. ●Warm-up slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ●Information slides: Differentiated content catering to a range of learning styles and abilities. ●Engaging group activities: Differentiated activities that encourage students to collaborate, participate actively, and deepen their understanding of the topic. ●Practical activity (if appropriate): Hands-on experience to apply concepts and develop practical skills. ●Questions with answers: Questions with three difficulty levels to cater to different learning styles and abilities. Answers are provided, making them perfect for self-assessment and creating clear, effective notes. ●Homework activities (if appropriate): Differentiated homework tasks to cater to various learning styles and abilities. These activities are designed to reinforce key concepts from the lesson while promoting independent learning. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels: ● K- Know (low demand) ● A- Apply (standard demand) ● E- Extend (high demand) Each lesson is also available as: ● Cover lesson worksheets: Perfect for unplanned absences, this version provides everything a cover teacher needs to deliver a smooth and engaging lesson. Enquiry processes 1 Cover lessons ● Digital worksheets: Perfect for absent students, distance learning, or independent study, this digital version allows students to catch up on missed work at their own pace. Enquiry processes 1 Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Mutations
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Mutations

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During this fully resourced lesson on mutations GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what a mutation is and how they can affect phenotypes. This is the 6th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.5 Protein synthesis and mutations from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.6 Gene expression and mutation from B13 Reproduction chapter. Aimed at a higher ability class covering content 5-8. Level 2: Standard demand Level 3: High demand Presentation contains (27 slides)- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. Mutations Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Plant defences
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Plant defences

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During this lesson (B5-11 Plant defence responses) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the variety of mechanisms plants use to defend themselves. Based on the 11th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B5: Communicable diseases chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (28 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.