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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
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
Land and water pollution
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Land and water pollution

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Land and water pollution is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of some of the negative impacts on ecosystems from polluting the land and water through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 2nd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.3.2 Waste management lesson (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.2 Land and water pollution 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 (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. ● Practical Activity: Hands-on experience to apply concepts and gain practical skills. ● 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. Land and water pollution Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Human population growth
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Human population growth

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Human population growth is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the importance of biodiversity and the effects of human population growth through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.3.1 Biodiversity, 4.7.3.2 Waste management and 4.7.3.3 Land use lessons (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.1 The human population explosion 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 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. Human population growth Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
The history of genetics
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The history of genetics

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The history of genetics is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of how the work of Mendel forms the basis of modern genetics through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.6.3.3 The understanding of genetics lesson (B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B15.1 The history of genetics 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 (29 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
C3 Structure and bonding
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C3 Structure and bonding

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12 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry C3: Structure and bonding chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which student develop an understanding of types of bonding (ionic, covalent, and metallic), allotropes of carbon and nanoparticles. 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- 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. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
B11 Hormonal coordination
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B11 Hormonal coordination

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Hormonal coordination contains 10 fully resourced lessons in which GCSE students develop an understanding of controlling blood sugar levels, control of the menstrual cycle and fertility, and plant hormones. Lessons suitable for teaching- AQA Spec B5 Homeostasis and response unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B11 Hormonal coordination chapter. Most 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
Conservation of energy
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Conservation of energy

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During this lesson (P1-2 Conservation of energy) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the principle of conservation of energy. Based on the 2nd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Physics (OUP scheme) P1: Conservation and dissipation of energy 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 (25 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.
Salts from metals
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Salts from metals

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During this lesson (C5.4 Salts from metals) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how reacting metals and acids produces a salt. Based on the 4th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C5: Chemical changes 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 (18 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. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Making monoclonal antibodies
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Making monoclonal antibodies

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During this lesson (B6.5 Making monoclonal antibodies) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how monoclonal antibodies are made and used. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B6: Preventing and treating disease chapter. Presentation contains (26 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a higher ability class covering content 5-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Turning forces- Moments
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Turning forces- Moments

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During this lesson (1.3.3 Turning forces- moments) Year 8 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of what is meant by a moment and how to calculate them. Based on the 3rd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 1b: Forces- 1.3 Contact forces chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class. 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) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Making the most of photosynthesis
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Making the most of photosynthesis

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During this lesson (B8.4 Making the most of photosynthesis) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how humans can manipulate the environment to increase the rate of photosynthesis. Based on the 4th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B8: Photosynthesis chapter. Presentation contains (31 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a higher ability class covering content 5-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Introduction to electrolysis
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Introduction to electrolysis

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During this lesson (C6.1 Introduction to electrolysis) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what happens in electrolysis. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C6: Electrolysis 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 (22 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. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Infrared radiation
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Infrared radiation

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During this lesson (P2.2 Infrared radiation) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding that all bodies emit and absorb infrared radiation. Based on the 2nd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Physics (OUP scheme) P2: Energy transfer by heating 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.
Structure of simple molecules
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Structure of simple molecules

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During this lesson (C3.6 Structure of simple molecules) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how the structure of simple molecules give them their properties. Based on the 6th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C3: Structure and bonding 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 (19 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. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Atom economy
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Atom economy

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During this lesson (C4.5 Atom economy) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how to calculate the atom economy of a reaction and why it is important in industry. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C4: Chemical calculations 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 (22 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) 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
Photosynthesis KS3
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Photosynthesis KS3

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During 9.4.1 Photosynthesis Year 8 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of the process of photosynthesis and how plants are adapted for it. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 9b: Ecosystems- 9.4 Photosynthesis chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class. 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) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Negative feedback
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Negative feedback

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Negative feedback is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the principles of negative feedback through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.5.3.7 Negative feedback lesson (B5 Homeostasis and response unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B11.4 The role of negative feedback lesson (B11 Hormonal coordination 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 (30 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. ● Practical Activity: Hands-on experience to apply concepts and gain practical skills. ● 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 higher ability class covering content 5-9, with two levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels: ● 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. Negative feedback Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Rates of decomposition
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Rates of decomposition

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Rates of decomposition is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the factors which affect the rate of decay of organic matter through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.2.3 Decomposition lesson (B7 Ecology unit unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B17.4 Rates of decomposition 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. ● Practical Activity: Hands-on experience to apply concepts and gain practical skills. ● 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. Rates of decomposition Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Evidence for evolution
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Evidence for evolution

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Evidence for evolution is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of how fossils provide evidence for the theory of evolution through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 5th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.6.3.5 Evidence for evolution- fossils lesson (B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B15.5 Evidence for evolution 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 (31 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
Osmosis
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Osmosis

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During this lesson (B1.7 Osmosis) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the process of osmosis and its importance in animal cells. Based on the 7th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B1: Cell structure and transport 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 (25 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.