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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
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
Air pollution Lesson bundle
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Air pollution Lesson bundle

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This comprehensive lesson bundle provides the air pollution lesson in both classroom and distance learning formats: PowerPoint for classroom instruction and digital worksheets for distance learning. Air pollution is an engaging and differentiated lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the main sources of air pollution and problems associated with it. 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). 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) ● Practical Activity ● Differentiated Questions with Answers ● Student Worksheets/Handouts ● Homework Activities 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
Deforestation and peat destruction Distance learning
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Deforestation and peat destruction Distance learning

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During this engaging distance learning lesson on deforestation and peat destruction GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the impacts to biodiversity and the environment of deforestation and peat destruction. This adaptable resource is perfect for distance learning, independent study, home-schooling, addressing missed content, and non-specialist cover lessons. This lesson is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.3.3 Land use lesson (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.4 Deforestation and peat destruction 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
Deforestation and peat destruction Lesson bundle
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Deforestation and peat destruction Lesson bundle

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This comprehensive lesson bundle provides the deforestation and peat destruction lesson in both classroom and distance learning formats: PowerPoint for classroom instruction and digital worksheets for distance learning. Deforestation and peat destruction is an engaging and differentiated lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the impacts to biodiversity and the environment of deforestation and peat destruction. This lesson is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.3.3 Land use lesson (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.4 Deforestation and peat destruction 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
Human population growth Lesson bundle
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Human population growth Lesson bundle

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This comprehensive lesson bundle provides the human population growth lesson in both classroom and distance learning formats: PowerPoint for classroom instruction and digital worksheets for distance learning. Human population growth is an engaging and differentiated lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the importance of biodiversity and the effects of human population growth. This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.3.1 Biodiversity, 4.7.3.2 Waste management and 4.7.3.3 Land use lessons (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.1 The human population explosion 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: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information Slides with Levelled Content ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work) ● Differentiated Questions with Answers ● Student Worksheets/Handouts 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
Human population growth Distance learning
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Human population growth Distance learning

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During this engaging distance learning lesson on human population growth GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the importance of biodiversity and the effects of human population growth. This adaptable resource is perfect for distance learning, independent study, home-schooling, addressing missed content, and non-specialist cover lessons. This digital worksheet is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.3.1 Biodiversity, 4.7.3.2 Waste management and 4.7.3.3 Land use lessons (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.1 The human population explosion lesson (B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems chapter). Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9. This editable resource includes (4 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
Land and water pollution Distance learning
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Land and water pollution Distance learning

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During this engaging distance learning lesson on land and water pollution GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of some of the negative impacts on ecosystems from polluting the land and water. This adaptable resource is perfect for distance learning, independent study, home-schooling, addressing missed content, and non-specialist cover lessons. This lesson is the 2nd 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 B18.2 Land and water pollution lesson (B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems chapter). Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9. This editable resource includes (4 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
Land and water pollution Lesson bundle
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Land and water pollution Lesson bundle

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This comprehensive lesson bundle provides the land and water pollution lesson in both classroom and distance learning formats: PowerPoint for classroom instruction and digital worksheets for distance learning. Land and water pollution is an engaging and differentiated lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of some of the negative impacts on ecosystems from polluting the land and water. This lesson is the 2nd 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 B18.2 Land and water pollution 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) ● Practical Activity ● Differentiated Questions with Answers ● Student Worksheets/Handouts ● Homework Activities 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
B4 Organising animals and plants
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B4 Organising animals and plants

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9 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B4: Organising animals and plants chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which GCSE students develop an understanding of the human circulatory system, the human respiratory system, organ systems in plants and transpiration. All presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. 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) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
B6 Preventing and treating disease
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B6 Preventing and treating disease

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6 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B6: Preventing and treating disease chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which GCSE students develop an understanding of how vaccinations and drugs, including mABs, can prevent or treat diseases and how drugs are developed. Most presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. 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) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
B8 Photosynthesis
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B8 Photosynthesis

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4 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B8: Photosynthesis chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which GCSE students develop an understanding of the process of photosynthesis, limiting factors to the rate of photosynthesis, and how plants used the glucose they produce. Most presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. 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) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Activate 1 Variation and human reproduction
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Activate 1 Variation and human reproduction

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8 presentations covering the Year 7 10a: Genes chapter of the AQA KS3 Activate scheme. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of variation and human reproduction. Most presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. K- Know (low demand) A- Apply (standard demand) E- Extend (high demand) 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
Activate 1 Movement and cells
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Activate 1 Movement and cells

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9 presentations covering the Year 7 8a: Organisms chapter of the AQA KS3 Activate scheme. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of movement and cells. All presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. 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
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
Activate 2 part 4 of 4
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Activate 2 part 4 of 4

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This bundle contains presentations covering the content for lessons 61-70 from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (Year 8) scheme. Bundle contains presentations for the following chapters: 9b Ecosystem x 2 (part of chapter the rest are in part 3) 10b 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
Activate 2 Respiration and photosynthesis
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Activate 2 Respiration and photosynthesis

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7 presentations covering the Year 8 9b: Ecosystems chapter of the AQA KS3 Activate scheme. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of respiration and photosynthesis. All presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class. 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
Activate 2 Breathing and digestion
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Activate 2 Breathing and digestion

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Breathing and Digestion contains 10 comprehensive lessons designed to help Year 8 students develop their understanding of gas exchange, breathing, drugs, alcohol, smoking, nutrients, food tests, unhealthy diets, and the digestive system through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. These lessons cover the content from the AQA KS3 8.3 Breathing and 8.4 Digestion topics and the Activate 2 (OUP) 8b: Organisms chapter. The lessons include all necessary resources, making them easy to implement in your classroom. Additionally, the editable text allows you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Each editable presentation contains: ● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions. ● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson. ● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding. ● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning. ● Practical Activity (if appropriate): Hands-on experience to apply concepts and gain practical skills. ● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking. ● Student Worksheets/Handouts (if appropriate): Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes. ● Homework Activities (if appropriate): Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels: ● K- Know (low demand) ● A- Apply (standard demand) ● E- Extend (high demand) Each lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which are ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. Breathing and Digestion Distance learning Bundle If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Activate 1 part 4 of 5
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Activate 1 part 4 of 5

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This bundle contains presentations covering the content for lessons 61-80 from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (Year 7) scheme. Bundle contains presentations for the following chapters: 7a Earth x 4 (part of chapter the rest are in part 3) 8a Organisms x 9 9a Ecosystems x 7 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
Activate 2 part 3 of 4
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Activate 2 part 3 of 4

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This bundle contains presentations covering the content for lessons 41-60 from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (Year 8) scheme. Bundle contains presentations for the following chapters: 7b Earth x 5 8b Organisms x 10 9b Ecosystem x 5 (part of chapter the rest are in part 4) 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
B12 Homeostasis in action
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B12 Homeostasis in action

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Homeostasis in action contains 5 fully resourced lessons in which GCSE students develop an understanding of controlling body temperature, osmoregulation, the kidneys, and how kidney failure can be treated. Lessons suitable for teaching- AQA Spec B5 Homeostasis and response unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B12 Homeostasis in action chapter. Each presentation contains- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Practical activity (if appropriate) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Level 1: Low demand Level 2: Standard demand Level 3: High demand If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com