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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
8.24.1 Extracting metals (AQA Synergy)
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8.24.1 Extracting metals (AQA Synergy)

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During 8.24.1 Extracting metals GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how extraction methods depend on metal reactivity. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Synergy (OUP scheme) 8.24: Resources of materials and energy chapter. Presentation (19 slides) Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. Aimed at foundation tier covering content 1-6. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
8.24.5 Energy from wind and water (AQA Synergy)
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8.24.5 Energy from wind and water (AQA Synergy)

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During 8.24.5 Energy from wind and water GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how electricity can be generated from wind and water sources. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Synergy (OUP scheme) 8.24: Resources of materials and energy chapter. Aimed at foundation tier covering content 1-6. Presentation contains (20 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) Practical demo 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
8.24.7 Energy and the environment (AQA Synergy)
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8.24.7 Energy and the environment (AQA Synergy)

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During 8.24.7 Energy and the environment GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the impact of using energy resources on the environment. Based on the 7th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Synergy (OUP scheme) 8.24: Resources of materials and energy chapter. Aimed at foundation tier covering content 1-6. Presentation contains (18 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) 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
8.24.10 Energy dissipation (AQA Synergy)
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8.24.10 Energy dissipation (AQA Synergy)

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During 8.24.10 Energy dissipation GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the principle of conservation of energy and what is meant by useful and wasted energy. Based on the 10th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Synergy (OUP scheme) 8.24: Resources of materials and energy chapter. Aimed at foundation tier covering content 1-6. Presentation contains (25 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) Practical activity 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
8.24.9 Changes in energy stores  (AQA Synergy)
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8.24.9 Changes in energy stores (AQA Synergy)

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During 8.24.9 Changes in energy stores GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of energy transfers in terms of energy stores and pathways. Based on the 9th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Synergy (OUP scheme) 8.24: Resources of materials and energy chapter. Aimed at foundation tier covering content 1-6. Presentation contains (20 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) Practical activity 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
Applications of nanoparticles Lesson bundle
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Applications of nanoparticles Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Chemistry C3.12 Applications of nanoparticles 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 uses of nanoparticles and their advantages and disadvantages. 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- 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
8.24.12 Heating and insulating buildings (AQA Synergy)
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8.24.12 Heating and insulating buildings (AQA Synergy)

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During 8.24.12 Heating and insulating buildings GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how homes are heated and how to reduce the rate of cooling. Based on the 12th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Synergy (OUP scheme) 8.24: Resources of materials and energy chapter. Aimed at foundation tier covering content 1-6. Presentation contains (26 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) 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
8.24.11 Energy transfer by particles (AQA Synergy)
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8.24.11 Energy transfer by particles (AQA Synergy)

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During 8.24.11 Energy transfer by particles GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of why materials are either good thermal conductors or insulators. Based on the 11th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Synergy (OUP scheme) 8.24: Resources of materials and energy chapter. Aimed at foundation tier covering content 1-6. Presentation contains (19 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) Practical activity 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
8.24.14 Life cycle assessments (AQA Synergy)
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8.24.14 Life cycle assessments (AQA Synergy)

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During 8.24.14 Life cycle assessments (LCAs) GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how to carry out and interpret life cycle assessments for materials or products. Based on the 14th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Synergy (OUP scheme) 8.24: Resources of materials and energy chapter. Aimed at foundation tier covering content 1-6. Presentation contains (29 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) 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
Chemical reactions of metals and non-metals Lesson bundle
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Chemical reactions of metals and non-metals Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 6.2.2 Chemical reactions of metals and non-metals 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 reactions of metals and non-metals. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. 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 worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- 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. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Metals and acids Lesson bundle
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Metals and acids Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 6.2.3 Metals and acids 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 reactions of some metals with dilute acids. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 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- 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. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Metals and oxygen Lesson bundle
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Metals and oxygen Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 6.2.4 Metals and oxygen 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 what happens when a metal reacts with oxygen. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 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- 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. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
8.24.2 The extraction of aluminium (AQA Synergy)
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8.24.2 The extraction of aluminium (AQA Synergy)

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During 8.24.2 The extraction of aluminium GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of why metals are extracted with either carbon or by electrolysis. Based on the 2nd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Synergy (OUP scheme) 8.24: Resources of materials and energy chapter. Aimed at foundation tier covering content 1-6. Presentation contains (20 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) 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
Metals and water Lesson bundle
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Metals and water Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 6.2.5 Metals and water 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 use the reactions of metals with water to place metals in order of reactivity. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 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- 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
Metals and oxygen Distance learning
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Metals and oxygen Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (6.2.4 Metals and oxygen) Year 7 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of what happens when a metal reacts with oxygen. Based on the 4th lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 6a: Reactions- 6.2 Metals and non-metals 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
Colour Lesson bundle
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Colour Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 4.2.5 Colour 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 what happens when light passes through a prism. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 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- 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. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Activate 1 Sound and light waves Distance learning
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Activate 1 Sound and light waves Distance learning

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9 distance learning lessons covering the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 1 4a: Waves chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of sound and light waves. 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- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson or 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 These resources work best as Google Docs™ with Google Classroom™. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Sound waves and energy Lesson bundle
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Sound waves and energy Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 4.3.1 Sound waves and energy 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 sound waves transfer energy. 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- 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. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Biotechnology Lesson bundle
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Biotechnology Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 9.3.3 Biotechnology 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 some applications of fermentation. 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
Investigating photosynthesis Lesson bundle
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Investigating photosynthesis Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 9.4.3 Investigating 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 factors that affect the rate of photosynthesis. 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. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com