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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
C2 The periodic table
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C2 The periodic table

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**6 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry C2: The Periodic table chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which student develop an 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. ** *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.
C10 Organic reactions bundle (AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry)
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C10 Organic reactions bundle (AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry)

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Presentations covering the AQA 9-1 Chemistry C10 Organic reactions unit. Presentations contain- -Bell work activity -Lesson objective and success criteria -Information slides -Challenge and demonstrate understanding activities -Practical activities (where appropriate) -Summary questions (inc QWC) -Peer and self-assessment Aimed at a mixed ability class. Compiled from various sources
The heart
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The heart

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During this lesson (B4.3 The heart) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the structure and function of the heart. Based on the 3rd 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 (34 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
Vaccination
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Vaccination

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During this lesson (B6.1 Vaccination) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how vaccinations prevent infection. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B6: Preventing and treating disease 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 (35 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) 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
Atoms in chemical reactions
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Atoms in chemical reactions

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During 6.3.1 Atoms in chemical reactions Year 8 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of what happens to the atoms during chemical reactions. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 6b: Reactions- 6.3 Types of reaction 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 (19 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Exothermic and endothermic (KS3 2)
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Exothermic and endothermic (KS3 2)

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During 6.4.1 Exothermic and endothermic Year 8 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of the energy transfers in exothermic and endothermic reactions. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 6b: Reactions- 6.4 Chemical energy 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 (24 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Development of the Periodic table
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Development of the Periodic table

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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.
The blood vessels
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The blood vessels

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During this lesson (B4.2 The blood vessels) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how blood flows around the body. Based on the 2nd 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 (32 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
Factors affecting enzyme activity
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Factors affecting enzyme activity

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During this lesson (B3.5 Factors affecting enzymes action) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how temperature and pH affect enzyme action. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B3: Organisation and the digestive system 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 (21 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) 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
Squashing and stretching- Hooke's Law
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Squashing and stretching- Hooke's Law

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During this lesson (1.3.2 Squashing and stretching) Year 8 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of how forces deform objects and use Hooke’s law. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 1b: Forces- 1.3 Contact forces 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 (21 slides)- 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: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Metals and acids
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Metals and acids

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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
Ionic bonding
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Ionic bonding

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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
Expressing concentrations
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Expressing concentrations

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During this lesson (C4.6 Expressing concentrations) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the relationship between mass (or moles), volume and concentration. Based on the 6th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C4: Chemical calculations 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 (22 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) 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
Reflex actions
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Reflex actions

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During this lesson (B10.3 Reflex actions) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what reflexes are and why they are important. Based on the 3rd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B10: The human nervous system 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 (24 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 (alternatives suggested where possible). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Embryo screening
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Embryo screening

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During this fully resourced lesson on embryo screening GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of embryo screening. This is the 10th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.7 Inherited disorders from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.10 Screening for genetic disorders from B13 Reproduction chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Level 1: Low demand Level 2: Standard demand Level 3: High demand Presentation contains (20 slides)- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts 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. Embryo screening Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Cloning plants
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Cloning plants

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During this fully resourced lesson on cloning plants GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how plants can be cloned and why it is important in agriculture and medicine. This is the 5th lesson in a series of 7 and covers the content of - -AQA Spec Ref 4.6.2.5 Cloning from B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit. -AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B14.5 Cloning from B14 Variation and evolution chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. -Level 1: Low demand -Level 2: Standard demand -Level 3: High demand Presentation contains (33 slides)- -Teacher and technician notes -Bell work activity -Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria. -Information slides with differentiated content -Differentiated activities (group work) -Practical activity -Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment -Student worksheets / handouts 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. Cloning plants Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Menstrual cycle hormones
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Menstrual cycle hormones

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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
Plant hormones
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Plant hormones

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Plant hormones is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of how plants produce hormones to coordinate and control their responses through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 9th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.5.4.1 Plant hormones coordination and control lesson (B5 Homeostasis and response unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B11.9 Plant hormones and responses 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 (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. ● 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. 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
Feeding relationships
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Feeding relationships

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Feeding relationships is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the main feeding relationships within a community through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.2.1 Levels of organisation lesson (B7 Ecology unit unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B17.1 Feeding relationships lesson (B17 Organising an ecosystem 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 (36 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 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. Feeding relationships Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com