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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
Atoms, elements, and compounds Lesson bundle
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Atoms, elements, and compounds Lesson bundle

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This 3-in-1 lesson bundle provides everything you need to teach atoms, elements, and compounds in the classroom, for cover teachers, and for students learning remotely. Atoms, elements, and compounds is designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the link between atoms, elements, and compounds; the bundle includes three convenient formats – all fully editable to fit your specific needs: ● Teacher-led lesson (PowerPoint Presentation): ○ Engaging, ready-to-use presentation. ○ Includes everything you need for an effective lesson (instructions, activities, worksheets, etc.) ○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students’ needs. ● Cover lesson (Word Document): ○ This printable cover lesson resource provides clear instructions and engaging activities for students to work independently with minimal supervision. ○ Minimal prep required – simply print and go! ○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students’ needs. ● Digital worksheet (Google Doc Recommended): ○ Perfect for distance learning, independent study, or catching up on missed work! ○ This interactive worksheet guides students through the learning objectives with clear explanations and engaging activities. ○ This resource is best used in Google Doc™ format. While it can be converted to Word/Excel, some tasks may not function properly in these formats). All three formats come with all the necessary resources, making them easy to implement in your classroom. Plus, they’re fully editable, allowing you to adjust the activities’ length and difficulty to match your students’ progress and time constraints. This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1(.1) A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle GCSE Chemistry Scheme C1.1 Atoms lesson. Aimed at a mixed ability GCSE class. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Exchanging materials Lesson bundle
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Exchanging materials Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.10 Exchanging materials 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 exchange materials. 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- 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 ™
Active transport Lesson bundle
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Active transport Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.9 Active transport 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 active transport works and its importance in cells. ** 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- 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 ™
Osmosis in plants Lesson bundle
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Osmosis in plants Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.8 Osmosis in plants 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 the importance of osmosis in plant cells. 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- 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 ™
Osmosis Lesson bundle
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Osmosis Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.7 Osmosis 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 the process of osmosis and its importance in animal cells. ** 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- 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 ™
Diffusion in living organisms Lesson bundle
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Diffusion in living organisms Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.6 Difffusion 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 how particles move by diffusion and why it is important for living things. ** 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- 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. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™
Specialisation in plant cells Lesson bundle
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Specialisation in plant cells Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.5 Specialisation in plant 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 how some plant cells are specialised to carry out their function. ** 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- 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 ™
Specialisation in animal cells Lesson bundle
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Specialisation in animal cells Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.4 Specialisation in 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 how some animal cells are specialised to carry out their function. ** 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- 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 ™
Eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells Lesson bundle
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Eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.3 Eukaryotic and prokaryotic 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 how prokaryote and eukaryote cell’s structure and function. 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- 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 ™
Animal and plant cells Lesson bundle
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Animal and plant cells Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.2 Animal and plant 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 how the function of organelles in plant and animal cells. ** 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- 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 ™
The world of the microscope: Lesson bundle
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The world of the microscope: Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.1 The world of the microscope 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 microscopy has developed over time and how to calculate the magnification, real size and image size of a specimen. 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- 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 ™
Preventing bacterial growth Lesson bundle
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Preventing bacterial growth Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B5.4: Preventing bacteria growth 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 to calculate the number of bacteria in a colony and the effects of disinfectants and antibiotics on bacterial growth. ** 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers 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 ™
Preventing bacterial growth Distance learning
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Preventing bacterial growth Distance learning

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This digital worksheet covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B5.4 Preventing bacterial growth lesson. Students work through the digital worksheet completing a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how to calculate the number of bacteria in a colony and the effects of disinfectants and antibiotics on bacterial growth. 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: Teacher guidance and answers 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- Resource**s 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.
Growing bacteria in the lab Lesson bundle
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Growing bacteria in the lab Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B5.3: Growing bacteria in the lab 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 to grow bacterial cultures in the lab using aseptic technique. ** 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (fact 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 ™
Growing bacteria in the lab Distance learning
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Growing bacteria in the lab Distance learning

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This digital worksheet covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B5.3 Growing bacteria in the lab lesson. Students work through the digital worksheet completing a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how to grow bacterial cultures in the lab using aseptic technique. 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: Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (Fact 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. 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.
Pathogens and disease Lesson bundle
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Pathogens and disease Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B5.2: Pathogens and disease 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 pathogens cause disease and are spread between organisms. 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (fact 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 ™
Pathogens and disease Distance learning
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Pathogens and disease Distance learning

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This digital worksheet covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B5.2 Pathogens and disease lesson. Students work through the digital worksheet completing a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how pathogens cause disease and are spread between organisms. 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: Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (Fact 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. 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.
Health and disease Lesson bundle
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Health and disease Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B5.1: Health and disease 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 difference between health and disease and how different types of disease interact. 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) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (fact 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 ™
Health and disease Distance learning
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Health and disease Distance learning

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This digital worksheet covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B5.1 Health and disease lesson. Students work through the digital worksheet completing a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the difference between health and disease and how different types of disease interact. 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: Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (Fact 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. 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.
Equations and calculations Lesson bundle
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Equations and calculations Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry C4.2: Equations and calculations 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 to calculate reacting masses from balanced equations. Aimed at a higher ability class covering content 5-8. 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: 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). 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 ™