A lesson/ series of lessons looking at atoms, elements,compounds, mixtures, the structure of the atom and the history of the atomic model. Lots of content that could easily cover 3 lessons. A variety of interactive tasks, included,such as: -Using sweets to model atoms, elements, compounds and mixtures -A link to a clip from an american sitcom providing a simple, student-friendly analogy for the structure of the atom -Assessment opportunities using whiteboards -Visualisation opportunities using props to aid the teaching of developments in the atomic model - props are easily available/ easy to create with instructions on how to relate each prop to the model of the atom it is demonstrating in the notes section of the powerpoint. The use of these props really helped my students to understand the plum pudding model, Dalton's atomic theory and Rutherford's gold foil experiment. -A past paper question comparing the current nuclear model to the plum pudding model -A homework sheet/ worksheet with answers animated at the end of the powerpoint

A lesson/ series of lessons looking at calculating the rate of a reaction, interpreting graphs showing the rate of a reaction, describing methods to measure the rate of a reaction and an introduction to collision theory. The lesson features: -Regular AfL opportunities using past paper questions - Graphs for pupils to discuss and interpret - Animated answers to questions, allowing pupils to self assess their work - A worksheet with questions designed to be used as prompts during demonstrations/ a class practical on methods used to measure the rate of a reaction - Past paper questions applying the concepts taught in the lesson content

A lesson/series of lessons covering the following learning outcomes: - The difference between pure and potable water - How freshwater, seawater and waste water are treated - Distillation required practical (including how to test for the presence of salt in seawater before and after distillation) The resource features a worksheet summarising different water treatment methods for pupils to complete, a true/ false review, exam questions with animated answers and an RPA task sheet with success criteria and application questions.

A double lesson/ series of lessons looking at the properties of groups 1, 7, 0 and transition metals. The lesson looks at the reactions of group 1/7 and how to explain their reactivity. The lesson features a wide range of questions to check on student understanding Lesson features include: A starter consisting of 10 basic recall questions from previous learning with animated answers (isotopes, structure of the atom, electron configurations, history of the atom) A slide containing a table and animated answers that could be shared whilst demonstrating group 1 reactions with water/ watching a video A series of slides prompting students to write word and symbol equations, together with a series of summary questions and exam-style questions Slides guiding students through explaining reactivity of group 1 and 7 using a split board, allowing students to see model answers whilst answering a slightly different question A slide introducing the concept of a displacement reaction using celebrity relationships A host of questions on displacement reactions of group 7 A link to a video on transition metal properties and summary following the video A comparison question of group 1 and transition metals Question related to predicting boiling points of group 0 A worksheet with exam-style questions covering the properties of groups 1, 7 and transition metals

A series of lessons looking at the structure and properties of covalent structures. The lesson includes a step-by-step method for how to draw covalent bonding diagrams, the properties of simple covalent substances and the structure and properties of allotropes of carbon - diamond, graphite, graphene, nanotubes and fullerenes. The lesson features: A 10 question starter quiz with animated answers on previous learning (ions, ionic bonding, ionic formula, ionic properties, separating methods, group 1 reactions with water) Slides introducing how to draw dot and cross diagrams with animated step-by-step examples and practice diagrams for students to complete Slides explaining the structure of allotropes of carbon, with comparison slides asking students to think about the properties of diamond versus graphite (when shown their uses) and graphite versus graphene) A slide asking pupils to ‘link the pictures’ together to explain the discovery and potential uses of graphene A link to a video looking at the uses of graphene Review question slides containing exam-style questions with animated answers throughout the powerpoint

A lesson and resources covering the chromatography required practical task for AQA. Lesson includes instructions for the practical, an introduction to chromatography with a worksheet to label a chromatogram and assess understanding of the technique and practice on interpreting chromatograms. The powerpoint includes an image of a chromatogram that could be printed off for students to interpret. There is also an evaluation question of two chromatography experiments to identify common problems with the chromatography set-up.

A series of 5 simplistic revision mats designed for the Foundation Triple Chemistry specification. The revision mats contain: Key definitions with space for students to write in the matching terms Basic recall questions/ comprehension tasks followed by short answer questions to test understanding Summaries of the required practical activities and sample questions based on these RPA’s There is a revision mat for each topic (Topic 6 - rates of reaction, Topic 7 - organic chemistry, Topic 8 - chemical analysis, Topic 9 - chemistry of the atmosphere and Topic 10 - using resources)

A double lesson/ series of lessons looking at the energy transfer in neutralisation required practical. The lesson looks at the method involved in the required practical and how this might be adapted for a range of different chemical reactions, along with how to estimate the point of neutralisation from a graph of results Lesson features include: A starter consisting of 10 basic recall questions from previous learning with animated answers (properties of ionic compounds, isotopes, exothermic reactions, energy reaction profiles, history of the atom, ionic formula and conservation of mass ) A slide recapping the idea of exothermic reactions and energy reaction profile in an engaging context using a ‘sherbet lemon’ model A series of slides prompting students to think about how to measure the energy transferred in a chemical reaction and the apparatus/ method used. Slides guiding students through the required practical method, variables for the experiment, a ready-made results table to populate and instructions on how to plot and extrapolate data from the graph to calculate the exact point of neutralisation A table with animated answers helping pupils to understand the range of chemical reactions the method could be used with and the variables that could be investigated for each A host of short review questions looking at applying the required practical method to a different chemical reaction, analysing data and suggesting improvements to the apparatus used in the required practical A worksheet containing exam-style questions. Answers are featured on the powerpoint to allow for assessment of pupil progress A review sheet with prompt images that could be used as a short recap of the method used in the required practical in subsequent lessons

A double lesson/ series of lessons looking at neutralisation reactions, writing ionic formulae and the process of making crystals of a soluble salt (AQA required practical) Lesson features include: A starter consisting of basic recall questions from previous learning (extraction of metals, reduction/ oxidation, properties of ionic compounds, covalent bonding diagrams, relative formula mass and moles) Slides introducing the pH scale, weak/ strong acids and alkalis and the difference between an alkali and a base with AfL question (alongside an animated answer) Slides with guided practice on how to name salts and writing ionic formulae for salts. Slides and an acompanying worksheet providing plenty of practice on writing equations for metal and acid, acid and alkali and acid and metal carbonate reactions A step by step explanation of the stages involved in making crystals of a soluble salt, including a table for pupils to fill in explaining the reason for each stage in the practical Practice exam-style questions with scaffolded support. The questions focus on describing the method used to make a soluble salt and explaining errors in methods. Simple, easy to follow instructions for carrying out the soluble salt practical A worksheet containing exam-style questions. Answers are included with the sheet to enable assessment of pupil progress Review questions with animated answers

A great revision resource for students, can be used as a starter, plenary, independent learning resource or group activity. Students roll a dice twice and answer the question in the box corresponding to their numbers. Resource contains questions based on the new AQA GCSE from: Topic 1: Atomic structure and the periodic table Topic 2: Bonding, structure and properties Topic 3: Quantitative chemistry Please note the resource does not contain answers

Two powerpoints and worksheets to guide pupils through the required practical experiments in Topic 6: Rates of reaction (magnesium and hydrochloric acid and sodium thiosulfate and hydrochloric acid). The lessons feature: - Starter activities to recap factors affecting the rate of a reaction and measuring the rate of a reaction - Animated powerpoints to help pupils develop a hypothesis for each investigation and identify variables - Instructions for each practical - Extension tasks incorporating past paper questions (with animated answers on the powerpoint) to allow pupils to apply their understanding from completion of the required practicals - Worksheets containing success criteria checklists to guide pupils through the required practical tasks.

A double lesson/ series of lessons looking at how crude oil is formed, fractional distillation of crude oil and how to draw/ interpret the formula of alkanes. The lesson features: - A simple statement ordering task to describe the formation of crude oil - A learning mat to describe the process of fractional distillation, label the fractionating tower and explain where fractions condense - A modelling task using string to apply understanding of the process of fractional distillation - Numerous review questions on fractional distillation and alkanes with animated answers included in the powerpoint - A past paper question worksheet with animated answers included in the powerpoint

An A3 revision worksheet and powerpoint designed for Foundation level triple Chemistry students. The revision worksheet contains recall questions with supporting diagrams and a list of key definitions with space for pupils to fill in the key terms.

A double lesson/ series of lessons looking at the Haber process and production of NPK fertilisers Lesson features include: A series of basic recall questions from previous learning (water treatment, the purification of water required practical, rusting, methods to prevent corrosion, alloys, alternative methods of copper extraction, recycling and sustainability) A fun introduction to the background of the Haber process with a slide on important developments of the 20th Century and the life of Fritz Haber (containing a ‘spot the false statement’ activity about his life) An information card and cloze activity to help students recall conditions for the Haber process and slide containing a description of the Haber process step-by-step Exam-style questions on conditions and reactants needed in the Haber process with animated answers on the powerpoint Recap slide on the concept of equilibrium and instructions for an active modelling task to perform in the classroom with pupils (instructions for the task are found on the ‘notes’ section on slide 21) Recap slides on Le Chatelier’s principle that provide information and questions for students to apply the principles to the Haber process reaction Opportunity for pupils to apply the active modelling task in the classroom to show the effect of changing temperature and pressure on the Haber process (instructions for this are found in the ‘notes’ section of the slides) A multitude of review questions of varying demand to assess pupils’ understanding of the equilibrium trade-off in the Haber process (the answers to the questions are animated on the powerpoint) Slides introducing what NPK fertilisers are and their importance with prompt questions and answers Slides containing a variety of exam-style questions on the manufacturing of NPK fertilisers A series of exam-style questions on a Word document with animated answers on the powerpoint Lots to choose from here!

Two A3 revision worksheets and a powerpoint designed for Foundation level triple Chemistry students. The revision worksheet contains recall questions with supporting diagrams and a list of key definitions with space for pupils to fill in the key terms.

A double lesson/ series of lessons looking at the extraction, processing, use and disposal of Earth’s resources. The lesson contains three main objectives: A recap of the difference between renewable and finite resources Explaining why reducing the use of Earth’s resources is important Describe the components of a life cycle assessment and compare the suitability of materials for products using life cycle assessments. Lesson features include: A series of basic recall questions from previous learning (water treatment, the purification of water required practical, rusting, methods to prevent corrosion, alloys, alternative methods of copper extraction, thermosetting and thermosoftening polymers) A cartoon image to introduce current issues with the rate at which earth’s resources are being plundered Slides introducing the difference between renewable and finite resources with a sorting task for pupils to complete (animated answers on the slide to review progress) Discussion questions around the impact of extracting resources using quarrying/ mining with a review summary An envoy/ circus task recapping the extraction and processing of different materials and their disadvantages that has been covered in previous topics - plastics (topic 7), petrol (topic 7), iron (topic 4/10), aluminium (topic 4) and copper (phytomining and bioleaching covered in topic 10) Review questions on the first learning objective Two video clips, slide containing relevant news headlines and discussion questions around the importance of ‘reducing, reusing, recycling’ materials (video clips from a recent documentary on landfill looking at the dangers of landfill and alternatives to plastic bags - the latter clip I have produced a slide of questions to go with it) Slides summarising the importance of recycling metals and plastics, linking metal recycling to the importance of gold for smartphones Several slides of exam-style review questions for the second objective with animated answers for easy assessment An introduction to what a life cycle assessment is using the life cycle of a human. A table explaining considerations for each of the stages of a life cycle assessment is included (could be printed off for students to use) A group/ individual task considering the LCA’s for paper and plastic straws to determine what sort of straws McDonald’s should use (relevant to current news) Review questions comparing life cycle assessments for materials with animated answers A series of exam-style questions on a Word document with animated answers on the powerpoint Lots to choose from here!