'If you keep trying the same old things, you'll keep getting the same old results'. Imaginative teaching ideas help stimulate students and improve student retention. I don't claim to be an expert but I hope that some of my ideas will help other teachers.
'If you keep trying the same old things, you'll keep getting the same old results'. Imaginative teaching ideas help stimulate students and improve student retention. I don't claim to be an expert but I hope that some of my ideas will help other teachers.
This resource is a lesson and activities designed for KS3 students covering the gas movement in the lungs content within the national curriculum. The objectives covered in this lesson are:
Recall the structure of the lungs
Explain how airs move in and out of the lungs
Compare the lungs to balloons inflating in a sealed bell jar
This resource has a range of activities enabling the lesson to be easily differentiated including:
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson
2: A version of the power point for students to use independently
3: A recall starter activity
4: A suggested video with questions
5: Slides on breathing in and out
6: A student modelling activity
7: A sheet for students to work through
8: A plenary activity comparing the lungs to a bell jar
9: A plenary diagnosis question
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This resource is a lesson and activities designed for KS3 students covering the skeletal system content within the national curriculum. The objectives covered in this lesson are:
State the names of bones in the skeleton
Describe the functions of the skeleton
This resource has a range of activities enabling the lesson to be easily differentiated including:
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson
2: A version of the power point for students to use independently
3: A parts of the skeleton information hunt starter
4: A diagnosis question
5: A function of the skeletal system discussion activity
6: A SPAG activity
7: A recall activity
8: 2 plenary questions
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This set of 4 lessons include content covering:
Action Potentials
Resting Potentials
Organisation of the nervous system
Neurones & nerve cells
Reflexes
Sensory receptors
Synapses
The brain
Also included are a set of summary notes, a workbook and a interactive note book
General Lesson Design:
Some of the general content that all 4 lessons contain is:
A power point containing notes for students
A power point with activities to use with students
A range of model ideas to use with students
Activity sheets for students to use
Links to bespoke videos
Terms of Use
This resource was created by David Chalk, all rights reserved. It may be used by the original purchaser for single class use only. Teachers may distribute this product in email, through google classroom or over the Internet to their students (and parents) as long as the site is password protected. In other words, you may distribute it to your own students, but may not put it on the Internet where it could be publicly found and downloaded.
This resource is a lesson with activities covering the basics of glucose regulation within the body. This resource includes:
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson
2: A worksheet for students to work through
3: A control of blood glucose modeling activity
4: A video showing how to carry out the modeling activity
5: A student set of notes
6: A modeling activity
7: A key information identification activity
8: A 6 mark plenary question
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Embark on an exciting Army Mission Plan STEM activity where students will work together to design a strategic plan, using math, science, and problem-solving skills to tackle real-world challenges faced by military teams. This resource includes:
A full PowerPoint for the teacher to use
A bridge building activity
A ration plan activity
A design electric car activity
Instructions for carrying out the activities
Intro videos
Student sheets
Bridge building activity: In this hands-on activity, children will design and build their own bridge using simple materials like paper, tape, and straws. They’ll learn about basic engineering principles, such as how shapes and structures can provide strength and stability. By testing how much weight their bridges can hold, kids will also explore problem-solving and creativity as they adjust their designs to make the strongest bridge possible
Ration plan activity: In this engaging activity, children will take on the role of army nutritionists as they create a ration plan to keep soldiers energized and healthy. Using a list of lightweight and non-perishable foods, kids will explore how to balance proteins, carbs, fats, and essential nutrients while designing meals that are easy to carry and eat in the field. This activity helps children understand the importance of nutrition, planning, and the challenges soldiers face when it comes to food. This activity comes with a nutrition information sheet.
Electric vehicle design activity: In this exciting STEM activity, children will get to design and draw their very own electric car! Using paper, they’ll plan out the parts of a simple electric car, including the motor, battery, wheels, and axles. This activity fosters creativity and introduces basic engineering concepts, helping kids understand the components needed to make vehicles move. This activity comes with an outline for students to add to
Terms of Use
This resource was created by David Chalk, all rights reserved. It may be used by the original purchaser for single class use only. Teachers may distribute this product in email, through google classroom or over the Internet to their students (and parents) as long as the site is password protected. In other words, you may distribute it to your own students, but may not put it on the Internet where it could be publicly found and downloaded.
In this activity, students will explore the elements of sustainable city design, learning how to incorporate renewable energy sources, green spaces, and efficient transportation systems to create a city that benefits both people and the environment. This resource includes:
A full PowerPoint for the teacher to use
A sustainable building design activity
A what goes under a city activity
A what energy sources to use activity
Into videos
Student sheets
What goes under a city activity
In this activity, children will learn about what needs to go under a city to keep it running smoothly. They’ll explore things like underground pipes for water and sewage, tunnels for trains and subways, and where to place things to help make the city sustainable. By understanding these hidden systems, kids will gain insight into how cities work and how these essential services help people live and work above ground.
This activity includes a short introduction video, slides to help explain what can go under a city to students and an example of a model that you can set up to help explain this part of a city to students.
Sustainable buildings activity
In this sustainable building design activity, children will learn about eco-friendly architecture by designing their own “green” buildings. They will consider features like solar panels, rainwater collection systems, and energy-efficient materials to make their structures environmentally friendly. This hands-on activity encourages creativity while teaching kids about sustainability and the importance of reducing environmental impact.
This activity includes a short introduction video, slides to help explain how buildings can be made sustainable and information sheets that students can use when designing their buildings.
Sustainable energy resources activity
In this activity, children will explore different types of renewable energy sources, like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, to decide which ones are best suited for a city. They’ll learn about the benefits and limitations of each energy source and consider factors like location, weather, and city needs. This activity encourages kids to think critically about sustainable energy solutions and how to make cities greener and more energy-efficient.
This activity includes a short introduction video and slides to help explain what types of renewable energy resources students can plan to use in their city design.
Terms of Use
This resource was created by David Chalk, all rights reserved. It may be used by the original purchaser for single class use only. Teachers may distribute this product in email, through google classroom or over the Internet to their students (and parents) as long as the site is password protected. In other words, you may distribute it to your own students, but may not put it on the Internet where it could be publicly found and downloaded.
This resource is designed to let you model the process of light-dependent photosynthesis to A Level Biology students. This resource includes:
A full cyclic photosynthesis model with instructions
A full non-cyclic photosynthesis model with instructions
A diagram for students to use
There is a full non-cyclic and cyclic photosynthesis model with instructions. The set of instructions contains a variety of questions that you can ask students throughout to help stretch students’ understanding and make connections. At the end of the booklet there is a summary sheet for students to fill in either during the modelling activity or at the end. Students can then explain the process back to each other.
Terms of Use
This resource was created by David Chalk, all rights reserved. It may be used by the original purchaser for single class use only. Teachers may distribute this product in email, through google classroom or over the Internet to their students (and parents) as long as the site is password protected. In other words, you may distribute it to your own students, but may not put it on the Internet where it could be publicly found and downloaded.
Help your A Level Biology students understand the complicated process of producing action potentials with these fun illustrated Doodle Notes!
These note sheets review the production of generator potentials. Clear diagrams help students to visualize each stage in the reaction. There are multiple versions of the Doodle Notes for easy differentiation. Use the scaffolded fill-in-the-blanks version to support students or the open response version to increase challenge. Assign the color versions for digital learning with a PDF editor like Kami or print them for high engagement.
My Doodle Notes are zero prep – just print and go!There is a completed example to model the Doodle Notes for your students or let them check their answers.
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Terms of Use
This resource was created by David Chalk, all rights reserved. It may be used by the original purchaser for single class use only. Teachers may distribute this product in email, through google classroom or over the Internet to their students (and parents) as long as the site is password protected. In other words, you may distribute it to your own students, but may not put it on the Internet where it could be publicly found and downloaded.
Help your A Level Biology students understand the complicated reactions of light dependent photosynthesis with these fun illustrated Doodle Notes!
These note sheets review the light-dependent reaction. Clear diagrams help students to visualize each stage in the reaction. There are multiple versions of the Doodle Notes for easy differentiation. Use the scaffolded fill-in-the-blanks version to support students or the open response version to increase challenge. Assign the color versions for digital learning with a PDF editor like Kami or print them for high engagement.
My Doodle Notes are zero prep – just print and go!There is a completed example to model the Doodle Notes for your students or let them check their answers.
CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE THIS PACKET UP CLOSE!
Terms of Use
This resource was created by David Chalk, all rights reserved. It may be used by the original purchaser for single class use only. Teachers may distribute this product in email, through google classroom or over the Internet to their students (and parents) as long as the site is password protected. In other words, you may distribute it to your own students, but may not put it on the Internet where it could be publicly found and downloaded.
Help your A Level Biology students understand the complicated process of generator potentials with these fun illustrated Doodle Notes!
These note sheets review the process of producing generator potentials. Clear diagrams help students to visualize each stage in the reaction. There are multiple versions of the Doodle Notes for easy differentiation. Use the scaffolded fill-in-the-blanks version to support students or the open response version to increase challenge. Assign the color versions for digital learning with a PDF editor like Kami or print them for high engagement.
My Doodle Notes are zero prep – just print and go!There is a completed example to model the Doodle Notes for your students or let them check their answers.
CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE THIS PACKET UP CLOSE!
Terms of Use
This resource was created by David Chalk, all rights reserved. It may be used by the original purchaser for single class use only. Teachers may distribute this product in email, through google classroom or over the Internet to their students (and parents) as long as the site is password protected. In other words, you may distribute it to your own students, but may not put it on the Internet where it could be publicly found and downloaded.
This resource is a full lesson with activities covering the use of a spirometer content of the new OCR AS Biology specification. This resource includes
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson
2: A key word card sort
3: A spirometer practical sheet
4: A student sheet for students to fill in during the lesson
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This resource is a lesson and activities covering the heart & cardiac content in the new 2015 OCR AS Biology specification. This resource includes
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson
2: A student sheet with home work task
3: A diagram starter activity
4: A set of heart part functions cards
5: A cardiac cycle card sort
6: A micro teaching activity
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This resource is a lesson and activities covering the blood, tissue fluid & lymph content of the new 2015 OCR AS Biology specification. This resource includes
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson
2: A student sheet
3: A blood parts activity
4: A forming tissue fluid model / class activity
5: A micro teaching (group presentation) plenary activity
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This resource is a lesson and activities covering the human endocrine content in the 2015 AQA Biology specification. This resource includes
1: A power point with activities to lead students through the lesson
2: An information hunt starer activity
3: A position of glands activity
4: A micro teaching presentation activity
5: A key information starter game
6: A Literacy activity
7: A 6 mark plenary question
8: A set of notes for students to use
9: A version of the lesson that can be used just from the front of the room
10: A link to a bespoke video that goes through the lesson that can be used for remote learning
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This resource is a lesson and activities covering the control of blood glucose content in the new 2016 AQA Biology specification. This resource includes
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson
2: 2 graph analysis activities
3: Control of blood glucose diagrams
4: A circus of information on glucose regulation
5: A plenary 6 mark question
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This resource is a lesson and resources covering the controlling body water concentration content in the new 2015 AQA Biology specification. This resource includes
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson with activities includes
2: A 6 mark analysis activity
3: A renal system labeling activity
4: A pair literacy activity
5: A plenary discussion activity on ADH
6: A sheet for students to fill out
7: A 6 mark assessment question
8: A literacy key information starter game
9: A set of notes for students to use
10: A version of the lesson that can be used just from the front of the room
11: A link to a bespoke video that goes through the lesson that can be used for remote learning
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This resource is a lesson and activities covering the negative feedback section of the new 2016 AQA Biology specification. This resource includes
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson
2: A questioning dice game
3: An information sheet
4: A literacy questioning activity
5: A card sort activity
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This resource is a lesson and activities covering the factors affecting enzymes content of the new 2016 AQA Biology specification. This resource includes
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson
2: 2 graph analysis activities
3: A enzyme action & collision theory activity
4: A 6 mark plenary question
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This resource is a lesson that covers the required practical in the coordination & control section of the new 2016 AQA Biology specification. This resource includes
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson
2: A student practical sheet
3: A 6 mark plenary question
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This resource is a lesson and activities covering the control & coordination content in the new 2016 AQA Biology specification. This resource includes
1: A power point to lead students through the lesson with activities
2: A starter game with information sheet
3: 2 6 mark AFL questions
4: A group discussion activity
5: A sheet for students to work through during the lesson
6: A set of notes for students to use
7: A version of the lesson that can be used just from the front of the room
8: A link to a bespoke video that goes through the lesson that can be used for remote learning
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