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I taught in a range of schools for many years before moving into FE, where I found creative and imaginative approaches just as rewarding with adults. Most of my resources are concerned with giving control to the learner, through a range of methods. Some are great for just giving them experience of examination questions, and the chance to discuss these with other learners. I now concentrate on spreading the range of creations from UK KS1 to KS4, and across the Common Standards.

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I taught in a range of schools for many years before moving into FE, where I found creative and imaginative approaches just as rewarding with adults. Most of my resources are concerned with giving control to the learner, through a range of methods. Some are great for just giving them experience of examination questions, and the chance to discuss these with other learners. I now concentrate on spreading the range of creations from UK KS1 to KS4, and across the Common Standards.
Maths GCSE - working with surds - huge bundle of stuff
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Maths GCSE - working with surds - huge bundle of stuff

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Introduction to surds and irrational numbers, surds in calculations, surds in trigonometry, surds investigations, surds in brackets, surds and rationalising the denominator. Presentations and worksheets, enough for two, three, maybe more lessons. All clearly presented, and based on current GCSE questions.
KS3 KS4 GCSE F & H – introduction to powers, roots and rules of indices. Presentation and worksheets
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KS3 KS4 GCSE F & H – introduction to powers, roots and rules of indices. Presentation and worksheets

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PowerPoint to introduce the rules of indices, using number and with lots for the learners to do, and which can be used as a prelude to algebraic manipulation of powers. Refresher activity on KS3/Foundation powers and roots, plus a worksheet on more complex examples for Higher Tier GCSE. Plus objectives for pasting into lesson plans. And a single page 'matching' activity in PowerPoint or PDF.
Maths KS2 and above.  Solving picture puzzles with numbers.
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Maths KS2 and above. Solving picture puzzles with numbers.

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Algebra on KS2 states: find pairs of numbers that satisfy an equation with two unknowns enumerate possibilities of combinations of two variables. So I've created a presentation using graphical images for learners to exercise mathematical reasoning to solve missing number problems using all four rules. An accompanying worksheet/activity gives learners practice in the skills. Plus a second activity that has no words, just images, which makes it great for learners to talk to each other, and a PowerPoint presentation of the same problems allows the learners to share their thinking with the whole class. Hence can be used at any age above Year 5.
KS4 GCSE Higher Tier Specifications and Objectives: 30 lesson plans in PowerPoint Set 1
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KS4 GCSE Higher Tier Specifications and Objectives: 30 lesson plans in PowerPoint Set 1

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Standard style lesson plans put into PowerPoint for easy showing in the classroom, printing for handouts etc. All the objectives covering Algebra, Geometry and Measure, and Mensuration and Calculation included. Twenty seven lessons in all. After getting 'one-star' review on the complementary set, which covers number, ratio etc., I decided to offer a free sample of the first three algebra PowerPoints so you can try them first before you commit to buy them. Find the three free samples here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-free-samples-gcse-higher-tier-specs-and-objectives-in-powerpoint-for-lesson-plans-display-11163392
Maths Geometry Key Stage 2 Properties of Shapes Triangles and Quadrilaterals - bundle of activities.
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Maths Geometry Key Stage 2 Properties of Shapes Triangles and Quadrilaterals - bundle of activities.

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Year 4 - Geometry – properties of shapes Two separate bundles of activities covering (a) triangles and (b) quadrilaterals, all for the new KS2 specifications. Specifically written for Year 4, they can easily be used at any level. In Word for editing or PDF for clear copies. Activities, worksheets and assessments, plus a short presentations on triangles and quadrilaterals. The presentations are included as PowerPoints and PDFs, to ensure at least one will open on any computer. Statutory requirements Pupils should be taught to: • compare and classify geometric shapes, including quadrilaterals and triangles, based on their properties and sizes Notes and guidance (non-statutory) Pupils continue to classify shapes using geometrical properties, extending to classifying different triangles (for example, isosceles, equilateral, scalene) and quadrilaterals (for example, parallelogram, rhombus, trapezium). Pupils compare and order angles in preparation for using a protractor and compare lengths and angles to decide if a polygon is regular or irregular.
Frequency Polygons - full set of resources to deliver the construction and interpretation.
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Frequency Polygons - full set of resources to deliver the construction and interpretation.

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A full set of resources to deliver the construction and interpretation of frequency polygons. Suitable for KS3, Foundation Tier GCSE and as a starter for Higher Tier before doing Cumulative Frequency Diagrams. Includes lesson plan, warm up starter activity on collecting data, PowerPoint on how to draw a frequency polygon, activities for the learners to undertake, and a plenary slide-show with suitable questions for checking learning. All data genuine and gathered this year.
Two-way tables for KS3 and KS4 - introduction, worksheet and plenary quiz, with lots of questions!
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Two-way tables for KS3 and KS4 - introduction, worksheet and plenary quiz, with lots of questions!

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Two-way tables are very popular questions, and great for getting learners to think logically. Progressive tasks from simply filling in the missing numbers through to creating tables from scratch. The new 2015 specs require learners to use two-way tables to answer questions on conditional probability so I've included a recap quiz that does just that - asks probability questions on a colourful quiz. Plus a lesson plan, so everything you need for a lesson or two. All images ©2015 Colin Billett
KS4 GCSE Higher Tier Specifications and Objectives: 30 lesson plans in PowerPoint Set 2
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KS4 GCSE Higher Tier Specifications and Objectives: 30 lesson plans in PowerPoint Set 2

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Standard style lesson plans put into PowerPoint for easy showing in the classroom, printing for handouts etc. All the objectives covering Number, Probability, Statistics, and Ratio, proportion and rates of change included. Twenty seven lessons in all. All you have to do is add your own particular circumstances, resources etc. After getting poor feedback, I decided to make the first three as free samples, so do check them out before you buy this full set. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/maths-free-sample-specifications-and-objectives-for-gcse-higher-tier-3-lessons-in-powerpoint-11163375
Transformations KS4 - presentations, puzzles, worksheets and more
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Transformations KS4 - presentations, puzzles, worksheets and more

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A full set of resources for developing transformations at KS4 or build upon my other resource at KS3. An introduction of the four transformations of KS3, or review of symmetry, which can be done by children on an interactive board. Then a full presentation of the four at KS4 with rotations, reflections, translations and enlargements, with lots for the learners to try. Plus a worksheet with eight questions from GCSE to complete. A multiple choice quiz for plenary or recap in the next lesson. A full lesson plan is included, plus objectives. An exciting lesson that reviews and builds upon existing knowledge. All images ©2015 Colin Billett
Maths Geometric Reasoning KS3 KS4.  Great lesson for hands-on activity, co-operation and discussion.
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Maths Geometric Reasoning KS3 KS4. Great lesson for hands-on activity, co-operation and discussion.

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Everything for a great lesson introducing geometric theorems and reasoning. Matching cards activity with full solutions on PowerPoint, worksheet with corresponding presentation, recap quiz and more. Learners enjoy the hands-on activity and can keep the cards to help them solve the problems. PowerPoint can be printed for learners to keep for future reference. The lesson covers: apply the properties of angles at a point, angles at a point on a straight line, vertically opposite angles: understand and use the relationship between parallel lines and alternate and corresponding angles. Plus a worksheet of past GCSE type questions. All images ©2015 Colin Billett
Maths KS3 KS4 Simplifying algebraic expressions; activity, worksheets and extension questions.
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Maths KS3 KS4 Simplifying algebraic expressions; activity, worksheets and extension questions.

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Practical activity using perimeter of shapes to introduce algebraic concept: KS3 - simplify and manipulate algebraic expressions to maintain equivalence by collecting like terms KS4 - simplify and manipulate algebraic expressions by collecting like terms Hands-on card matching activity for collecting like terms – great for pair work and discussion – with a full set of solutions in PowerPoint. Two similar worksheets – one for classwork and one for homework or recap the following lesson. Plus an extension activity with an investigation and more involved questions.
Maths KS4 Recurring decimals into fractions: investigation, presentation and worksheet.
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Maths KS4 Recurring decimals into fractions: investigation, presentation and worksheet.

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‘Work interchangeably with terminating decimals and their corresponding fractions (such as 3.5 and 7/2 or 0.375 or 3/8); change recurring decimals into their corresponding fractions and vice versa.’ A simple investigation into which fractions terminate and which recur, on PowerPoint and in Word, with a big set of results in PowerPoint to encourage class discussion. A PowerPoint presentation of the method, with some examples to do as a class or individually, plus a worksheet of fourteen questions, with answers. A clear and fully supported lesson. I’ve also included a pdf version of everything, since MS Office can be a problem on different systems.
2D shapes at KS2 or revision for KS3/GCSE Foundation. Presentation, worksheets, activities and specs
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2D shapes at KS2 or revision for KS3/GCSE Foundation. Presentation, worksheets, activities and specs

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A full set of resources for Properties of Plane Shapes at KS2/KS, or revision at KS4. Types of triangles, quadrilaterals and more. PowerPoint presentation with gaps to fill in, a matching names-to-definitions activity, two sets of activities and two set of questions for revision or assessment of learning. A full set of specifications is included for cutting and pasting into lesson plans An exciting lesson that reviews and builds upon existing knowledge. Kids love it, and easy for teacher! All images © 2015 Colin Billett
Maths KS3 & KS4 Algebra Expanding & factorising simple brackets through area of rectangles. Lots!
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Maths KS3 & KS4 Algebra Expanding & factorising simple brackets through area of rectangles. Lots!

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Simplify and manipulate algebraic expressions to maintain equivalence by: • multiplying a single term over a bracket • taking out common factors Card matching activity with rectangles in algebraic form, answers with and without brackets. PowerPoint presentation with solutions for class checking. Worksheet of twelve questions each of expanding and factorising using same method, with boxes. Second PowerPoint for starter or checking learning. Three more short worksheets of mixed questions. Plus ‘objectives’ slide. All you need for this straightforward topic, and lots of opportunity for discussion.
Inequalities.  Maths KS3 KS4 Activities, quiz, worksheet and more
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Inequalities. Maths KS3 KS4 Activities, quiz, worksheet and more

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A great lesson for getting the learners to work together and do it for themselves. A matching card activity to get them started on a discussion of inequalities. A poster and a PowerPoint display are provided to remind learners of the symbols. An animated PowerPoint presentation of the solutions allows learners to say what they have before the answer pops up. A worksheet provides for consolidation of learning. And finally a quiz is provided for plenary, or recap at the start of the next lesson. All files have been also provided in PDF form to appear correctly on any system. This whole lesson always goes down very well in my classroom! And no work for teacher, after preparing the materials that is!