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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
Competition
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Competition

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During 9.1.4 Competition Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of how organisms compete for resources. Based on the 4th lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 9a: Ecosystems- 9.1 Interdependence chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. Presentation contains (25 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Flowers and pollination
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Flowers and pollination

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During 9.2.1 Flowers and pollination Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of the structure of a plant’s reproductive system and some methods of pollination. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 9a: Ecosystems- 9.2 Plant reproduction chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. Presentation contains (28 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
The blood Distance learning
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The blood Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (B4.1 The blood) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the role of blood and its components. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) B4: Organising animals and plants 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 (5 pages): Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Helping the heart Lesson bundle
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Helping the heart Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B4.4 Helping the heart 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 heart defects can be treated. 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) 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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Breathing and gas exchange Lesson bundle
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Breathing and gas exchange Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B4.5 Breathing and gas exchange 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 structure and function of the gas exchange system. 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) 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 using Google Sheets (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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
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 ™
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 ™
Plant defences Distance learning
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Plant defences Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (B5-11 Plant defence responses GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the variety of mechanisms plants use to defend themselves. Based on the 11th 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- 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™- 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 animals Lesson bundle
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Competition in animals Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B16-4 Competition 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 how and why animals 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 ™
Photosynthesis Lesson bundle (KS3 2)
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Photosynthesis Lesson bundle (KS3 2)

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 9.4.1 Photosynthesis 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 process of photosynthesis and how plants are adapted for it. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class. 1.Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity 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
Continuous and discontinuous Distance learning
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Continuous and discontinuous Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (10.1.2 Continuous and discontinuous) Year 7 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the difference between continuous and discontinuous variation. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 10a: Genes- 10.1 Variation 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 (5 pages): Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (joke 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™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Bacteria and enzymes in digestion Distance learning
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Bacteria and enzymes in digestion Distance learning

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During this engaging distance learning lesson on bacteria and enzymes in digestion Year 8 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the importance of gut bacteria and enzymes in digestion. This adaptable resource is perfect for distance learning, independent study, home-schooling, addressing missed content, and non-specialist cover lessons. This lesson is the 10th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.8.4 Digestion topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 8b: Organisms, 8.4.5 Bacteria and enzymes in digestion lesson. This digital worksheet is ideal for distance learning, independent study, home-school, covering missed content after absence, or for use in a non-specialist cover lesson. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class. This editable resource includes (5 pages): ● Teacher guidance and answers: Clear instructions and solutions for teachers. ● Engagement: Self-assessed vocabulary task, using Google Sheets, to reinforce key vocabulary. ● Exploration: Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations allow students to explore the topic in-depth. ● Explanation: An embedded Google Slides™ presentation that clearly outlines lesson objectives, provides detailed information slides, and includes self-assessed questions for students to check their comprehension. ● Application: Engaging activities and tasks encourage students to apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. ● Extension: Resources and activities that challenge students to further explore the topic and extend their learning. Important: ● Internet Access: Students require a PC with internet access to use this resource. ● Google Doc™ Format: 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. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Selective breeding Lesson bundle
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Selective breeding Lesson bundle

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During the lesson on selective breeding students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how humans breed plants and animals for useful characteristics. This is the 3rd lesson in a series of 7 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.2.3 Selective breeding from B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B14.3 Selective breeding from B14 Variation and evolution chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. This bundle contains the ‘Selective breeding’ lesson in two formats- 1. Classroom based presentation lesson presentation and resources Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts 2. Digital worksheet- ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Air pollution Distance learning
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Air pollution Distance learning

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During this engaging distance learning lesson on air pollution GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the main sources of air pollution and problems associated with it. This adaptable resource is perfect for distance learning, independent study, home-schooling, addressing missed content, and non-specialist cover lessons. This lesson is the 3rd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.3.2 Waste management lesson (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.3 Air pollution lesson (B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems chapter). Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9. This editable resource includes (5 pages): ● Teacher guidance and answers: Clear instructions and solutions for teachers. ● Engagement: Self-assessed vocabulary task, using Google Sheets, to reinforce key vocabulary. ● Exploration: Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations allow students to explore the topic in-depth. ● Explanation: An embedded Google Slides™ presentation that clearly outlines lesson objectives, provides detailed information slides, and includes self-assessed questions for students to check their comprehension. ● Application: Engaging activities and tasks encourage students to apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. ● Extension: Resources and activities that challenge students to further explore the topic and extend their learning. Important: ● Internet Access: Students require a PC with internet access to use this resource. ● Google Doc™ Format: 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. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
The impact of climate change Lesson bundle
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The impact of climate change Lesson bundle

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This comprehensive lesson bundle provides the impact of change lesson in both classroom and distance learning formats: PowerPoint for classroom instruction and digital worksheets for distance learning. The impact of change is an engaging and differentiated lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of how environmental changes affect the distribution of species in an ecosystem. This lesson is the 6th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.2.4 Impact of environmental change lesson (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.6 The impact of change lesson (B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems chapter). The bundle includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement and is fully editable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9. Bundle contents: 1. Classroom-based presentation and resources: ● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes ● Bell Work / Do Now Activity ● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria ● Discussion Slides ● Information Slides with Levelled Content ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work) ● Differentiated Questions with Answers 2. Digital worksheet: ● Teacher guidance and answers ● Engagement ● Exploration ● Explanation ● Application ● Extension ● Please note: To fully utilise this resource, students need a computer with internet access. This resource is recommended for use in Google Doc™ format. While it can be converted to Word/Excel, some tasks may not function properly in these formats. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Diffusion in living organisms Distance learning
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Diffusion in living organisms Distance learning

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This digital worksheet covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.6 Diffusion lesson. Students work through the digital worksheet completing a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how particles move by diffusion and why it is important for living things. 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: 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.
Activate 1 part 5 of 5
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Activate 1 part 5 of 5

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This bundle contains presentations covering the content for lessons 81-88 from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (Year 7) scheme. Bundle contains presentations for the following chapters: 10a Genes x 8 Each presentation contains- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Aerobic respiration
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Aerobic respiration

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During 9.3.1 Aerobic respiration Year 8 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of the importance of aerobic respiration. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 9b: Ecosystems- 9.3 Respiration chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class. Presentation contains (22 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Unicellular organisms Distance learning
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Unicellular organisms Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (8.2.5 Unicellular organisms) Year 7 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how unicellular organisms are adapted to carry out different functions. Based on the 5th lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 8a: Organisms- 8.2 Cells 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- Self-assessed vocabulary task (joke 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™. some features will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Catalysts and enzymes Lesson bundle
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Catalysts and enzymes Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B3.4 Catalysts and enzymes 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 enzymes work as biological catalysts. 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 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 using Google Sheets (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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com