Describe the difference between speed and velocity. Calculate the acceleration of an object using the change in velocity and time. Rearrange the acceleration equation to calculate change in velocity or time.

Investigate whether the extension of the spring is proportional to the weight suspended from the spring.

This lesson provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of electrical circuits. It is designed to help learners build essential skills and knowledge in circuit theory through engaging explanations and practical exercises. Key features of the lesson include: Circuit Components and Symbols: Learn to identify common circuit components and match them to their symbols and functions. Drawing Circuit Diagrams: Practice constructing and interpreting simple circuit diagrams, including series and parallel configurations. Types of Circuits: Explore the differences between series and parallel circuits, focusing on energy flow and practical applications like Christmas tree lights. Current and Voltage: Understand the flow of charge (current) and energy transfer (potential difference), including how to measure them with ammeters and voltmeters. Hands-On Practice: Match symbols to components. Draw circuits with specified requirements. Analyze the effects of circuit changes on functionality. Discussion Questions: Apply concepts to answer key questions about circuit behavior, including the advantages of different setups. This lesson equips students with the foundational tools to explore more advanced electrical concepts while grounding their learning in practical applications and real-world relevance.

Students will: Describe changes in particle bonding during changes of state. Differentiate between latent heat of fusion and latent heat of vaporization. Perform calculations involving specific latent heat. Starter Activity: Define key terms: specific heat capacity, internal energy, temperature. Recall the formula for specific heat capacity. Identify various changes of state. Introduction to Concepts: Define latent heat as the energy required for a phase change without a temperature change, focusing on overcoming intermolecular forces. Differentiate between specific latent heat of fusion (solid ↔ liquid) and vaporization (liquid ↔ gas). Discuss the role of energy transfer during state changes (e.g., energy input during melting and boiling, energy release during freezing and condensation). Worked Examples and Practice: Solve problems such as calculating the energy required to change a specific mass of a substance’s state using the formula. Interactive Questions: Use mini whiteboards for multiple-choice questions on changes of state, energy transfers, and misconceptions (e.g., whether temperature changes during state changes). Recap key differences between specific heat capacity and latent heat. Assign calculations for practice, such as determining energy transfer for melting ice or boiling water. This lesson blends theory and practical calculations, preparing students for real-world applications of thermodynamic principles.

PowerPoint that covers the key words: transparent, translucent, opaque, absorbed, transmitted, luminous, non-luminous, light meter and reflected. This is made for a KS3 level class. The PowerPoint includes the answers to the activities.

PowerPoint that covers law of reflection, virtual images, specular reflection and diffuse reflection. This is made for a KS3 level class. Includes diagrams, class practical (or demonstration/video), questions, answers and assessment for learning opportunities.

PowerPoint that covers the following learning objective: Investigate how refraction happens using a glass block. This is made for a KS3 level science class. Includes questions, answers, diagrams, a practical opportunity and videos/simulations if you don’t have the practical equipment.

PowerPoint that covers generating electricity by combusting fossil fuels. Includes how fossil fuels are formed, what we use them for, how electricity is generated and the advantages and disadvantages. This is made for a KS3 level class. The starter activity revisits efficiency and power from previous lessons to enhance memory recall.

PowerPoint that covers gravity, mass and weight at a KS3 level. Includes the equation weight = mass x gravitational field strength.

PowerPoint that covers power and the cost of electricity for a KS3 level class. The starter revisits efficiency and energy stores from previous lessons to enhance memory recall. The power equation (power = energy transferred / time) is covered with an example of how to show working out. Slides include rearranging the equation and unit conversions. The cost equation (cost = power x time x cost per kWh) is also covered. Answers are included.

PowerPoint that covers the 5 energy stores, 4 energy transfers and the principle of conservation of energy. This is made for a KS3 level class. Includes diagrams, questions, answers and a practical activity that can be done as a class or demonstration by the teacher.

PowerPoint that covers the following learning objectives: Describe and explain what happens to light when it passes through a prism. State how primary colours add to make secondary colours. State the effect of coloured filters on light and explain how filters and coloured materials subtract light. This is made for a KS3 science class. Includes questions, answers, diagrams, examples and a link to a virtual simulation of dispersion.

Describe the difference between balanced and unbalanced forces and give examples for both. Identify and calculate resultant forces. Describe situations that are in equilibrium. Explain why the speed or direction of motion of objects can change.

Name some objects seen in the night sky. Describe the structure of the Universe in order of size and distance away from the Earth.

Identify energy values for food items. Compare the energy in food with the energy needed for different activities.

State what energy dissipation means. Identify and calculate useful energy and wasted energy from input and output energies. Explain what efficiency means in terms of wasted and useful energy. Calculate % efficiency using useful output and total input energies.

State the position of the Earth and the Moon with respect to the Sun in solar and lunar eclipses. Draw simple ray diagrams of solar and lunar eclipses. Describe evidence that led to a change in the model of the Solar System.

Explain simply why we have day and night. Explain why seasonal changes happen.

• Describe the model of the Solar System. • Describe how objects in the Solar System are arranged.