I am a High School and Sixth Form Chemistry teacher teaching Science to GCSE and Chemistry to A Level. My GCSE resources generally follow the new AQA (9-1) specification, differentiated for foundation and higher students at trilogy and separate science levels. My Key Stage 3 resources are suited to mixed ability groups and are designed to be dyslexia friendly with bold coloured text boxes and bright diagrams.
Please give me your opinion and review downloaded resources!
I am a High School and Sixth Form Chemistry teacher teaching Science to GCSE and Chemistry to A Level. My GCSE resources generally follow the new AQA (9-1) specification, differentiated for foundation and higher students at trilogy and separate science levels. My Key Stage 3 resources are suited to mixed ability groups and are designed to be dyslexia friendly with bold coloured text boxes and bright diagrams.
Please give me your opinion and review downloaded resources!
ATOMIC STRUCTURE BUNTING
Included in this resource:
20 bunting triangles - 1 triangle for each of the first 20 elements in the periodic table (hydrogen to calcium included). Students must use a period table to help them fill in the numbers of protons, neutrons and electrons. They can then add the electrons to the correct electron shells.
When I have used this previously, I have given each student a triangle to complete independently. They have then cut out their triangle and connected it to the class bunting chain. This makes for a collaborative group activity, resulting in a bold bunting classroom decoration which students can be really proud of.
The document is print ready and saved in an A4 format. The document is black and white due to printing purposes, so you may choose to print on colored paper to give a nice effect when it is hung up in your classroom.
Please feel free to ask any questions - Science House
Giant Covalent Structures Introduction Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage on giant covalent structures. The passage has information on diamond, graphite and silicon dioxide (structures and properties).
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. Recall questions simply require students to extract information from the text, whilst explain and apply questions require higher thinking. The apply questions involve in depth discussions on properties and structural comparisons in a table.
Answer key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have prior knowledge on atoms, elements and covalent bonding but are new to giant covalent structures.
This Cootie Catcher Resource is a fun way to learn about food chains.
Included are questions on:
Key words: Carnivore, herbivore, omnivore, producer, consumer, predator, prey, apex predator and trophic level
Examples to represent the keywords with bitesize questions
Also Included . . .
A ‘how to fold’ instructions sheet
A ‘how to play’ instructions sheet
It is simple to use and very effective at getting key points across to students. The cootie catcher is also a brilliant form of peer assessment and student interaction as they can test each other on the key points.
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Diabetes Teaching Pack
Included:
PowerPoint Presentation
Full introductory review of diabetes >> Includes key definitions >> Includes a comparison of type 1 and 2 >> Includes causes, symptoms, treatment, risks and complications of diabetes >> Includes information on prediabetes.
Activity - Reading Passage
Includes a diabetes reading passage with key information and descriptions >> Includes a tiered question sheet to check knowledge >> Includes a comprehensive answer sheet.
Assessment
Two assessment pages included >> Questions start as multiple choice and develop into written answer as the assessment concludes >> Again the assessment, like the worksheets fully complements the PowerPoint for joined up learning >> There is a full answer key for the assessment.
Puzzles
Two puzzles included: a wordsearch and a crossword >> The puzzles cover all the keywords and terminology throughout the other resources >> The puzzles are intended to support learning key definitions and encourages understanding of keywords >> There is a full answer key for each puzzle.
All resources are . . .
Completely editable
Accompanied by full answers
Have PowerPoint and PDF versions
Intended to be concise and engaging
Please view the preview for a full understanding of the resources included.
Thanks! - Science House
This resource may contain American English spelling.
This Drugs and Alcohol Study Pack is ideal for high school classes.
Included within the study pack:
Differentiated Questions
Cut and Paste Activity
True or False Activity
Leaflet Activity
Categorising Drugs Activity
Keyword Word Search
Matching Keyword to Definitions
After completing the activities within the study pack your class will be able to:
All
Identify drugs which are legal and illegal
Identify the effects of alcohol abuse
Most
Consider the different ways drugs can be categorized, and give opinions on the different categories
Explain the short and long term effects of alcohol abuse
Some
Consider the risks around different drugs and try to explain a personal viewpoint on the reasons as to why people choose to take these drugs.
Full answers are also included within the study pack. Please leave your feedback!
(Some of my resources may include American spellings)
Catalysts and Catalytic Converters Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage. The passage has key information around the subject and explains key concepts. With example reaction equations and observations, the passage is very comprehensive.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. Recall questions simply require students to extract information from the text, whilst the explain and apply questions stretch students through writing in-depth explanations and writing a reaction equation.
Answer key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have no prior knowledge of catalysts and catalytic converters.
Virus Diagram Worksheets
Included in this resource:
Worksheet 1 -
Label a spherical virus
Writing a definition for a virus
How viruses are treated
How viruses reproduce
Explain viral load
Worksheet 2 -
Label a complex virus
Give 3 examples of viruses
Why viruses are not classed as living
Comparison between viruses and bacteria
Comprehensive ANSWERS are included for both worksheets. This is a 4 page resource (2 worksheets and 2 answer sheets). All documents included are completely editable and print ready, saved in an A4 format.
Great to be used as:
Homework
Revision activity
Summary task
There may be some American spellings in this resource.
Mixtures and Separation
AQA GCSE 9-1 (1.1.2 on the specification)
Define a ‘mixture’
Describe the different methods for separating mixtures
Explain which separation method would be most suitable for a specific mixture
This resource is a PowerPoint to support teaching Mixtures and separation methods.
Included in the resource:
Opening slide with title, keywords, learning objectives and lead on topics
Starter slide with opening question
Information slides on mixtures and the different separation techniques to support teaching
Plenary question slide to consolidate learning
History of the Atomic Theory Revision Resource
This resource encompasses the five atomic models through history. Students use the spin wheel to select one of the models at random. They then must answer the three key questions on this model:
What is the atomic model called?
Which scientist proposed the atomic model?
Describe three key features of the atomic model
Once students have answered the questions, they can check their answers using the comprehensive answer sheet. They can also record if they got their answers correct on the ‘repeat and tick’ sheet. This encourages students to use the spin wheel as an ongoing revision resource, aiming to reach the ‘know it’ level.
The atomic models featured include:
John Dalton (sphere model)
J J Thompson (plum pudding model)
Ernest Rutherford (nuclear modle)
Neils Bohr (planetary model)
Erwin Schrodinger (quantum model)
Also included in the resource is an instructions sheet, with helpful guidance on using the spin wheel as a revision tool.
Very simple preparation: print the sheets (set up in A4 PDF). The students can then cut out the pin wheel for themselves and push a pen or pencil through the middle for the wheel to spin around. I found clamp stands to be a useful alternative.
Types of Data: Continuous and Discrete (Discontinuous) Full Lesson
This full lesson includes a lesson PowerPoint with student activities and tasks included within the document. Answers are also included at each stage for student review. This lesson focuses on the differences between continuous and discrete (discontinuous) data, collecting data and representing it appropriately in a bar chart. Follow up activities include extension questions and the resource comes with pre-drawn student tables and a graph help sheet featuring a template graph for further support. The lesson also touches on math skills.
Included in the lesson:
Engaging starter task
Lesson objectives and lesson keywords
Intro task: Continuous vs discrete (discontinuous) data in a class
Task 1: Collecting data
Task 2: Tallying up
Task 3: Bar chart drawing with support graph
Reflective plenary activity
This lesson is ideal for students who have no prior knowledge of data types. The lesson introduces new keywords such as ‘continuous’ and ‘discrete/ discontinuous’ and engages students through linked activities which are fully resourced and come with accompanying answers.
The resource is a Powerpoint presentation with an accompanying PDF copy, so the resource can be edited and there is also a print-ready version for included worksheets.
Please feel free to ask any further questions before purchasing.
*Please note that this lesson may include American spellings
Joint Types Worksheet Activity
Included:
Worksheets - 2 simple worksheets asking key questions around labelling joints, ball and socket joints, hinge joints and pivot joints. Students must give examples of where the joints can be found in the body and comment on the available movement as well as some linked medical conditions e.g. dislocation and arthritis. The worksheets are really simple, so ideal for first time learners grasping the basics, rather than students who have studied the topic before.
Information Page - Outlines all the information present in the worksheets. This can be used as a help page to differentiate for students who need extra support, or can be displayed in presentation form for students to refer to. It could also be used to introduce joints prior to completing the worksheets.
Answer pages - 2 answer key pages to match the worksheets.
All pages are A4 and completely editable (PowerPoint document) so can be adapted to your class if needed. Please see the preview for a full insight.
This is great cut and paste resource outlining the chemical tests used to identify the gases: oxygen, hydrogen, chlorine and carbon dioxide.
It is bold, hands on and summarises everything your students need to know about gas testing.
Also included… ANSWER sheet.
I have found this resource to be a great follow up activity to a practical or demonstration.
Rock Types - Sedimentary, Metamorphic and Igneous Teaching Pack
Included:
PowerPoint Presentation
Full introductory review of sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous rocks >> Includes examples of each rock >> Includes details of formation including linked keywords and terminology >> Includes features and properties of each rock type as well as porosity.
Worksheets
Full summary worksheets which complement the PowerPoint perfectly >> They cover all the information in the PowerPoint and support recall and understanding of learnt knowledge >> There is a full answer key for each worksheet.
Assessment
Two assessment pages included >> Questions start as multiple choice and develop into written answer as the assessment concludes >> Again the assessment, like the worksheets fully complements the PowerPoint for joined up learning >> There is a full answer key for the assessment.
Puzzles
Two puzzles included: a wordsearch and a crossword >> The puzzles cover all the keywords and terminology throughout the other resources >> The puzzles are intended to support learning key definitions and encourages understanding of keywords >> There is a full answer key for each puzzle.
All resources are . . .
Completely editable
Accompanied by full answers
PowerPoint format
Intended to be concise and engaging
Please view the preview for a full understanding of the resources included.
Thanks! - Science House
Atomic Structure Spin Wheel Revision Resource
This resource encompasses 12 key questions from the atomic structure unit. These are questions selected as they occur regularly and are classically challenging for students to answer. The resource is based around the charges, weights and locations of subatomic particles in the atom.
Example questions from the spin wheel resource:
Describe the mass of an electron compared to a proton
What do atoms become when they gain or lose electrons?
What is the charge of a proton?
Also included in the resource is a full answer set. There is also an instructions sheet, with helpful guidance on using the spin wheel as a revision tool, student answer sheet and a ‘tick and repeat sheet’. This encourages the student to revisit the spin wheel to revise the key questions until they reach the ‘know it’ level.
Very simple preparation: Print the sheets (set up in A4 PDF). The students can then cut out the pin wheel for themselves and push a pen or pencil through the middle for the wheel to spin around. I found clamp stands to be a useful alternative.
Ionic Bonding Introduction Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage on ionic bonding. The passage has information on ions formed, dot and cross diagrams, attraction between ions and electron movement.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. Recall Questions simply require students to extract information from the text, whilst explain and apply questions require higher thinking. The apply question involves constructing your own dot and cross diagram.
Answer key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have prior knowledge on atomic structure and electron configuration but are new to bonding. Please feel free to ask any questions before purchasing.
**Metals and Non- Metals GCSE Chemistry AQA 9-1 **
By the end of the lesson your students will be able to:
Identify where metals and non-metals are found in the periodic table.
Describe the differences in metals and non-metals based on their properties.
Explain how the electronic structure of metals and non-metals links to how they react and where they are positioned in the periodic table.
This resource is a PowerPoint presentation to support teaching about metals and non-metals for the first time. By the end of the lesson, students should understand the differences between metals and non-metals, where they are situated in the periodic table and how their electronic structures correspond to how they react. Previous knowledge on what a group is will be required, as well as atomic structure (e.g. understanding what an electron is).
Included in the resource:
Opening slide with title, keywords, learning objectives and lead on topics
Starter slide with simple intro task
Information slides showing positioning of metals and non-metals in the periodic table and the ions they make
Printable worksheet slide to consolidate knowledge and organize learning
Activity slide with three tasks (one stretch)
Plenary question slide to summarize
All ANSWERS included and the resource is completely EDITABLE.
Puberty Reading Passage Activity
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage. The passage has key information around the subject and explains key concepts. With detailed descriptions, the passage is very comprehensive.
Includes: key definitions, the impact of hormones on puberty, changes in boys and changes in girls.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, compare and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. The recall activity simply requires students to extract information from the text, whilst the compare and apply questions stretch students through developing ideas.
Answer Key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have no prior knowledge of puberty and the changes which occur.
The resource includes a completely editable version so you can adjust the resource for your students if required.
American English spellings are used in this resource.
Atomic Structure Introduction Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage. The passage has key information around the subject and explains key concepts.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. Recall questions simply require students to extract information from the text, whilst explain and apply questions require higher thinking. The apply questions involve using prior knowledge and stretches higher ability students.
Answer key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have prior knowledge elements but are new to atoms and subatomic particles.
Cracking Hydrocarbons Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage. The passage has key information around the subject and explains key concepts.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. Recall questions simply require students to extract information from the text, whilst explain and apply questions require higher thinking. The apply questions involve using prior knowledge and stretches higher ability students.
Answer key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have prior knowledge on alkanes and alkenes but are new to cracking.
Fractional Distillation Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage. The passage has key information around the subject and explains key concepts.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. Recall questions simply require students to extract information from the text, whilst explain and apply questions require higher thinking. The apply questions involve using prior knowledge and stretches higher ability students.
Answer key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have prior knowledge on alkanes and alkenes but are new to fractional distillation.