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
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
During 6.2.3 Metals and acids Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of the reactions of some metals with dilute acids. Based on the 3rd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 6a: Reactions- 6.2 Metals and non-metals 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 (23 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
This fully resourced lesson introduces new students to working safely in the lab. It is designed for Year 7 students and covers the following topics:
-The importance of lab safety
-Common lab safety equipment
-Hazard symbols and their meanings
-How to identify and avoid hazards in the lab
-What to do in the event of an accident
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class.
Lesson contains:
●Teacher and technician notes: These notes provide detailed instructions on how to deliver the lesson, as well as information on the different types of lab safety equipment and hazard symbols.
●Information posters and student worksheets: These resources provide students with additional information on lab safety and hazard symbols.
●Discussion points: These points can be used to stimulate discussion about lab safety and hazard symbols.
●Information slides: These slides provide students with essential information about lab safety and hazard symbols.
●Activities: These activities help students to apply their knowledge of lab safety and hazard symbols.
●Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers): These tasks allow students to demonstrate their understanding of lab safety and hazard symbols.
●Student passport: This passport allows students to track their progress through the lesson and earn stamps for completing activities.
●Certificate of completion: This certificate is awarded to students who successfully complete the unit (introduction to the lab).
This lesson is the first in a series of three that introduces new students to working in the science lab. The other lessons in the series cover:
●Equipment and making measurements
●The Bunsen burner
If you require more assistance, please contact me at:
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
During this lesson (C5.6 Making soluble salts) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how carbonates and hydroxides react with acids to form salts. Based on the 6th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C5: Chemical changes chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
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)
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
Air pollution is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the main sources of air pollution and problems associated with it through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
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 lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints.
Presentation contains (35 slides)-
● 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: 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: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
● Homework Activities: Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning.
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels.
● Level 1: Low demand
● Level 2: Standard demand
● Level 3: High demand
This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study.
Air pollution Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Menstrual cycle hormones is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the interactions of oestrogen, progesterone, FSH and LH in the control of the menstrual cycle through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
This lesson is the 6th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.5.3.4 Hormones in human reproduction lesson (B5 Homeostasis and response unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B11.6 Hormones and the menstrual cycle lesson (B11 Hormonal coordination chapter).
The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints.
Presentation contains (22 slides):
● 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.
● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking.
● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
Aimed at a higher ability class covering content 5-9, with two levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels:
● Level 2: Standard demand
● Level 3: High demand
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Evidence for evolution is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of how fossils provide evidence for the theory of evolution through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
This lesson is the 5th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.6.3.5 Evidence for evolution- fossils lesson (B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B15.5 Evidence for evolution lesson (B15 Genetics and evolution chapter).
The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints.
Presentation contains (31 slides)-
● 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.
● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking.
● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels.
● Level 1: Low demand
● Level 2: Standard demand
● Level 3: High demand
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Extinction is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of how organisms can become extinct through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
This lesson is the 7th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.6.3.6 Extinction lesson (B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B15.7 Fossils and extinction and B15.8 More on extinction lessons (B15 Genetics and evolution chapter).
The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints.
Presentation contains (29 slides):
● 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.
● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking.
● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
● Homework Activities: Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning.
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels:
● Level 1: Low demand
● Level 2: Standard demand
● Level 3: High demand
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
**10 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1: Cell structure and transport chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which student develop an understanding of microscopy, cell structure, specialised cells, diffusion, osmosis, and active transport. **
*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)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
During this lesson (B4.7 Transport systems in plants) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how substances are transported around plants in xylem and phloem. Based on the 7th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B4: Organising animals and plants chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (23 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)
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
During 3.4.2 Energy transfer: Particles Year 8 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of how energy is transferred by particles in conduction and convection. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 3b: Energy- 3.4 Heating and cooling 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 (26 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.
During this lesson (C2-1 Development of the Periodic table) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how the periodic table has developed over time. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C2: The Periodic table chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
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)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
During this lesson (B4.1 The blood) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the role of blood and its components. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B4: Organising animals and plants chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (31 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)
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
During this lesson (B5-11 Plant defence responses) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the variety of mechanisms plants use to defend themselves. Based on the 11th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B5: Communicable diseases chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
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)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
11 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B5: communicable diseases chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which student develop an understanding of health and disease, human and plant diseases caused by pathogens, and how humans and plants defend themselves against disease.
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)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Recycling is a comprehensive lesson designed to Year 8 students develop their understanding of the importance of using less and recycling materials more through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
This lesson is the 5th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.7.3 Climate and 3.7.4 Earth resources topics and the Activate 2 (OUP) 7b: Earth, 7.4.2 recycling lesson.
The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints.
Presentation contains (32 slides):
● 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.
● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking.
● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
● Homework Activities: Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning.
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels:
● K- Know (low demand)
● A- Apply (standard demand)
● E- Extend (high demand)
This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study.
Recycling Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
During this lesson (C3.3 Ionic bonding) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how ionic compounds are held together. Based on the 3rd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C3: Structure and bonding chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
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)
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
During this lesson (C3.12 Applications of nanoparticles) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the uses of nanoparticles and their advantages and disadvantages. Based on the 12th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C3: Structure and bonding chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (20 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)
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
During this lesson (C2-5 Explaining trends) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the trends in reactivity in Group 1 and Group 7. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C2: The Periodic table chapter.
*Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. *
Presentation contains (27 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)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
During this lesson (B16-5 Competition in plants) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how and why plants compete for resources. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B16: Adaptations, interdependence, and competition chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (26 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)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
During this lesson (C5.7 Neutralisation and the pH scale) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the use of the pH scale to identify acidic or alkaline solutions. Based on the 7th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C5: Chemical changes chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (20 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)
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