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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
Group 1 the alkali metals Distance learning
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Group 1 the alkali metals Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (C2-3 Group 1- the alkali metals) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the properties and reactions of Group 1 elements. Based on the 3rd lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) C2: The Periodic table 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: 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.
Group 7 The halogens Distance learning
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Group 7 The halogens Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (C2-4 Group 7 the halogens) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the properties and reactions of Group 7 elements. Based on the 4th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) C2: The Periodic table 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: 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.
Explaining trends Distance learning
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Explaining trends Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (C2-5 Explaining trends) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the trends in reactivity in Group 1 and Group 7. Based on the 5th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) C2: The Periodic table 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: 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.
C2 The Periodic table Distance learning
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C2 The Periodic table Distance learning

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6 digital worksheets covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry C2: The Periodic table chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of the development and structure of the Periodic table, the chemical and physical properties of the alkali metals and halogens, and the transition elements. 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 Each digital worksheet includes: 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 document 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). This document 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 Speed and gravity Distance learning
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Activate 1 Speed and gravity Distance learning

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5 distance learning lessons covering the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 1 1a: Forces chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of speed and gravity. 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 Each digital worksheet includes: 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). This worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Atoms in chemical reactions Distance learning
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Atoms in chemical reactions Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (6.3.1 Atoms in chemical reactions) Year 8 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of what happens to the atoms during chemical reactions. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 6b: Reactions- 6.3 Types of reaction chapter. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class This resource includes: 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
Energy level diagrams Distance learning
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Energy level diagrams Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (6.4.2 Energy level diagrams) Year 8 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how energy level diagrams represent exothermic and endothermic reactions. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 6b: Reactions- 6.4 Chemical energy chapter. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class This resource includes: 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
Bond energies Distance learning
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Bond energies Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (6.4.3 Bond energies) Year 8 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of what happens to bonds during reactions and calculate bond energies. Based on the 3rd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 6b: Reactions- 6.4 Chemical energy chapter. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class This resource includes: 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
Acids and alkalis Distance learning
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Acids and alkalis Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (6.1.2 Acids and alkalis) Year 7 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the properties of acids and alkalis. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 7 (OUP) 6a: Reactions- 6.1 Acids and alkalis 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: 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™- 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 (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Making salts Distance learning (KS3 1)
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Making salts Distance learning (KS3 1)

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During this distance learning lesson (6.1.6 Making salts) Year 7 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of what products are formed from neutralisation reactions. Based on the 6th lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 7 (OUP) 6a: Reactions- 6.1 Acids and alkalis 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: 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™- 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 (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Energy demands Distance learning
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Energy demands Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (P3.1 Energy demands) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how energy demands are met, and energy resources are used. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) P3: Energy resources 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 (4 pages): 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
Energy and the environment Distance learning
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Energy and the environment Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (P3.4 Energy and the environment) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the impact of using energy resources on the environment. Based on the 4th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) P3: Energy resources 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 (2 pages): 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™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Food and fuels Distance learning
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Food and fuels Distance learning

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This distance learning lesson covers the content for the Year 7 AQA Activate 3a: 3.1.1: Food and fuels lesson. Students work through the digital worksheet completing a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the energy content of food and compare this to the energy content of fuels. 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. • Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. • Explain- lesson 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 document 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 (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Energy resources- renewable and non-renewable Distance learning
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Energy resources- renewable and non-renewable Distance learning

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This distance learning lesson covers the content for the Year 7 AQA Activate 3a: 3.1.2: Energy resources lesson. Students work through the digital worksheet completing a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how electricity is generated using non-renewable and renewable energy resources. 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- lesson 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 (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Activate 1 Energy costs and energy transfers Distance learning
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Activate 1 Energy costs and energy transfers Distance learning

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5 distance learning lessons covering the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 1 3a: Energy chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of energy costs and energy transfers. 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 Each digital worksheet 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- lesson 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). This worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Energy and power Distance learning
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Energy and power Distance learning

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This distance learning lesson covers the content for the Year 7 AQA Activate 3a: 3.1.3: Energy and power lesson. Students work through the digital worksheet completing a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of power and how the cost of energy can be calculated using kilowatt hours. 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- lesson 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 document 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 (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Work, energy, and machines Distance learning
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Work, energy, and machines Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (3.3.1 Work, energy, and machines) Year 8 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of what work is and how to calculate it. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 8 (OUP) 3b: Energy- 3.3 Work chapter. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 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™- 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 (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Activate 2 Work, Heating and cooling Distance learning
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Activate 2 Work, Heating and cooling Distance learning

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4 distance learning lessons covering the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 2 3b: Energy chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of work, and heating and cooling. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class Each digital worksheet 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- lesson 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). This worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
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
The blood vessels Distance learning
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The blood vessels Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (B4.2 The blood vessels) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how blood flows around the body. Based on the 2nd 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 (4 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