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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
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 ™
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.
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 ™
Bacterial diseases Lesson bundle
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Bacterial diseases Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B5.7 Bacterial diseases 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 bacteria cause infections and give some examples. ** 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 ™
Diseases caused by fungi and protists Distance learning
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Diseases caused by fungi and protists Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (B5-8 Diseases caused by fungi and protists) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how fungi and protists cause disease and describe some examples. Based on the 8th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) B5: Communicable diseases chapter. 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. 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.
Electronic structures and the Periodic table Lesson bundle
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Electronic structures and the Periodic table Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Chemistry C2-2 Electronic structures and the Periodic table 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 atomic structure is linked to the Periodic table. 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- 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 ™
Group 7 the halogens Lesson bundle
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Group 7 the halogens Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Chemistry C2-4 Group 7 the halogens 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 properties and reactions of Group 7 elements. ** 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- 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 ™
Explaining trends Lesson bundle
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Explaining trends Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Chemistry C2-5 Explaining trends 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 trends in reactivity in Group 1 and Group 7. ** 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 ™
Organisms in their environment Lesson bundle
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Organisms in their environment Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B16-2 Organisms and their environment 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 some of the biotic and abiotic factors that affect communities. 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 ™
Competition in plants Distance learning
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Competition in plants Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (B16-5 Competition in plants) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how and why plants compete for resources. Based on the 5th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) B16: Adaptations, interdependence, and competition chapter. 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. 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.
Competition in plants Lesson bundle
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Competition in plants Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B16-5 Competition 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 and why plants compete for resources. 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. 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.
Adaptation in animals Lesson bundle
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Adaptation in animals Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B16-7 Adaptation in animals 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 ways in which animals are adapted to survive. 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). 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 Earth Lesson bundle
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The Earth Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 7.2.3 The Earth 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 why the Earth experiences days, nights, and the seasons. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. 1.Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- 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 ™
The Earth Distance learning
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The Earth Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (7.2.3 The Earth) Year 7 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of why the Earth experiences days, nights, and the seasons. Based on the 3rd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 7a: Earth- 7.2 Universe chapter. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class 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- 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™.
Adaptation in animals Distance learning
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Adaptation in animals Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (B16-7 Adaptation in animals) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of ways in which animals are adapted to survive. Based on the 7th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) B16: Adaptations, interdependence, and competition chapter. 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). 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.
Ceramics Distance learning
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Ceramics Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (ceramics) Year 7 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the properties of ceramics and some of their uses. Based on the 5th lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 7a: Earth- 7.1 Earth structure chapter. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class This resource includes: Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson 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 (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available
More infrared radiation Lesson bundle
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More infrared radiation Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Physics P2.3: More on infrared radiation 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 temperature of the Earth is affected by IR radiation. 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- 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 ™
Specific heat capacity Lesson bundle
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Specific heat capacity Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Physics P2.4: Specific heat capacity 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 what is meant by the specific heat capacity of a substance and how to calculate it. 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- 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 ™
Disruption to food chains and webs Lesson bundle
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Disruption to food chains and webs Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 9.1.2 Disruption to food chains and webs 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 what factors can affect the population of a species. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. 1.Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com