This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my isotopes and ions lesson, allows GCSE students to work independently and develop their understanding of what isotopes and ions are through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 7th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1(.6) A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle GCSE Chemistry Scheme C1.7, Ions, atoms, and isotopes lesson. Resource includes: ● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. This lesson is also available as a: ● Teacher-led lesson: Deliver an engaging lesson with this fully resourced PowerPoint presentation. Includes everything you need to teach, from instructions to activities and worksheets. Isotopes and ions ● Digital worksheet: Perfect for absent students, distance learning, or independent study, this digital version allows students to catch up on missed work at their own pace. Isotopes and ions Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my structure of the atom lesson, allows GCSE students to work independently and develop their understanding of the structure of atoms through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 6th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1(.4) and 4.1.1(.5) A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle GCSE Chemistry Scheme C1.6, Structure of the atom lesson. Resource includes: ● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This fully resourced lesson on the history is designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of how and why the atomic model has changed over time through clear explanations and engaging activities. This is the 5th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1(.3) A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle GCSE Chemistry Scheme C1.5, History of the atom lesson. The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is editable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Presentation contains (39 slides): ● Lesson prep and materials guide: Clear guidance for preparing the lesson. ● Student worksheets/handouts: All the printable materials needed for the lesson. ● Do Now activity: Starter activity to refresh students’ memory and introduce the upcoming lesson. ● Clear lesson aim, objectives & success criteria: Provides students with a clear understanding of what they’ll learn and how to show their understanding. ● Warm-up slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information slides: Differentiated content catering to a range of learning styles and abilities. ● Engaging group activities: Differentiated activities that encourage students to collaborate, participate actively, and deepen their understanding of the topic. ● Questions with answers: Questions with three difficulty levels to cater to different learning styles and abilities. Answers are provided, making them perfect for self-assessment and creating clear, effective notes. ● Homework activities: Differentiated homework tasks to cater to various learning styles and abilities. These activities are designed to reinforce key concepts from the lesson while promoting independent learning. Aimed at a mixed ability GCSE class, with three levels of demand to cater to different learning styles and levels: ● Level 1: Low demand ● Level 2: Standard demand ● Level 3: High demand This lesson is also available as a: ● Cover lesson worksheet: Perfect for unplanned absences, this version provides everything a cover teacher needs to deliver a smooth and engaging lesson. History of the atom Cover lesson ● Digital worksheet: Perfect for absent students, distance learning, or independent study, this digital version allows students to catch up on missed work at their own pace. History of the atom Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

During this engaging distance learning lesson on the history of the atom GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how and why the atomic model has changed over time. This lesson is the 5th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1(.3) A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle GCSE Chemistry Scheme C1.5, History of the atom lesson. This adaptable resource is perfect for: ● Distance learning: Keep students on track with independent learning activities. ● Missed work recovery: Help students catch up after absences at their own pace. ● Home-schooling: Provide a comprehensive learning experience for homeschooled students. Aimed at a mixed ability GCSE class. This editable resource includes (6 pages): ● Teacher guidance and answers: Clear instructions and solutions for teachers. ● Engage: Self-assessed vocabulary task, using Google Sheets, to reinforce key vocabulary. ● Explore: Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations allow students to explore the topic in-depth. ● Explain: An embedded Google Slides™ presentation that clearly outlines lesson objectives, provides detailed information slides, and includes self-assessed questions for students to check their comprehension. ● Apply: Engaging activities and tasks encourage students to apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. ● Extend: Resources and activities that challenge students to further explore the topic and extend their learning. Important: ● Internet Access: Students require a PC with internet access to use this resource. ● Google Doc™ Format: This resource is best used in Google Doc™ format. While it can be converted to Word/Excel, some tasks may not function properly in these formats. This lesson is also available as a: ● ● Teacher-led lesson: Deliver an engaging lesson with this fully resourced PowerPoint presentation. Includes everything you need to teach, from instructions to activities and worksheets. History of the atom ● Cover lesson worksheet: Perfect for unplanned absences, this version provides everything a cover teacher needs to deliver a smooth and engaging lesson. History of the atom Cover lesson If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my history of the atom lesson, allows GCSE students to work independently and develop their understanding of how and why the atomic model has changed over time through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 5th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1(.3) A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle GCSE Chemistry Scheme C1.5, History of the atom lesson. Resource includes: ● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. This lesson is also available as a: ● Teacher-led lesson: Deliver an engaging lesson with this fully resourced PowerPoint presentation. Includes everything you need to teach, from instructions to activities and worksheets. History of the atom ● Digital worksheet: Perfect for absent students, distance learning, or independent study, this digital version allows students to catch up on missed work at their own pace. History of the atom Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my separating mixtures (chromatography and distillation) lesson, allows GCSE students to work independently and develop their understanding of how distillation and chromatography work to separate mixtures through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1(.2) A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle GCSE Chemistry Scheme C1.4, Fractional distillation and chromatography lesson. Resource includes: ● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my separating mixtures 1 (filtration and crystallisation) lesson, allows GCSE students to work independently and develop their understanding of what a mixture is and how they can be separated using filtration and crystallisation through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 3rd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1(.2) A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle GCSE Chemistry Scheme C1.3, Separating mixtures lesson. Resource includes: ● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my chemical equations lesson, allows GCSE students to work independently and develop their understanding of what happens to atoms in a chemical reaction through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 2nd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1(.1) A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle GCSE Chemistry Scheme C1.2, Chemical equations lesson. Resource includes: ● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my atoms, elements, and compounds lesson, allows GCSE students to work independently and develop their understanding of the link between atoms, elements, and compounds through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1(.1) A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle GCSE Chemistry Scheme C1.1 Atoms lesson. Resource includes: ● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my Group 0 elements lesson, allows Year 8 students to work independently and develop their understanding of the chemical and physical properties of Group 0 elements through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 5.4 Periodic Table topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Elements, 5.4.4 The elements of Group 0 lesson. Resource includes: ● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my Group 7 elements lesson, allows Year 8 students to work independently and develop their understanding of the patterns in the properties of Group 7 elements through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 3rd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 5.4 Periodic Table topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Elements, 5.4.3 The elements of Group 7 lesson. Resource includes: ● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my Group 1 elements lesson, allows Year 8 students to work independently and develop their understanding of the patterns in the properties and reactions of Group 1 elements through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 2nd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 5.4 Periodic Table topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Elements, 5.4.2 The elements of Group 1 lesson. Resource includes: ●Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ●Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ●Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ●Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ●Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ●Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ●Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on the Periodic Table lesson, allows Year 8 students to work independently and develop their understanding of how the Periodic Table is organised through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 5.4 Periodic Table topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Elements, 5.4.1 The Periodic Table lesson. Resource includes: ●Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ●Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ●Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my polymers lesson, allows Year 8 students to work independently and develop their understanding of what polymers are and how they are used through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 5th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 5.3 Elements topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Elements, 5.3.5 Polymers lesson. Resource includes: ●Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ●Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ●Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ●Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ●Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ●Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ●Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my chemical formulae lesson, allows Year 8 students to work independently and develop their understanding of how to name compounds and interpret chemical formulae through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 5.3 Elements topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Elements, 5.3.4 Chemical formulae lesson. Resource includes: ● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my compounds lesson, allows Year 8 students to work independently and develop their understanding of what a compound is through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 3rd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 5.3 Elements topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Elements, 5.3.3 Compounds lesson. Resource includes: ● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my atoms lesson, allows Year 8 students to work independently and develop their understanding of Dalton’s atomic theory through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 2nd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 5.3 Elements topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Elements, 5.3.2 Atoms lesson. Resource includes: ●Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ●Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ●Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ●Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ●Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ●Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ●Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my elements lesson, allows Year 8 students to work independently and develop their understanding of what an element is and know the chemical symbols for some of them through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences. This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 5.3 Elements topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Elements, 5.3.1 Elements lesson. Resource includes: ●Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils). ●Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students. ●Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back): ○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently. ○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding. ○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available. Benefits: ●Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource. ●Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption. ●Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students. ●Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com