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Mr Brennan Maths

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I love making resources which are differentiated, challenging and also engaging. All main tasks will be differentiated at least 3 ways and actual lessons will have solutions with them. I am aiming for all of my main lessons to be tailored towards the new curriculum to fully prepare pupils for the new 9-1 GCSE. Follow me on Twitter: @MrBrennanMaths or drop me an EMail: imbrennan@hotmail.co.uk I would like reviews to improve my work

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I love making resources which are differentiated, challenging and also engaging. All main tasks will be differentiated at least 3 ways and actual lessons will have solutions with them. I am aiming for all of my main lessons to be tailored towards the new curriculum to fully prepare pupils for the new 9-1 GCSE. Follow me on Twitter: @MrBrennanMaths or drop me an EMail: imbrennan@hotmail.co.uk I would like reviews to improve my work
Solving Algebraic Fractions - New Curriculum
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Solving Algebraic Fractions - New Curriculum

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A series of lessons (1-2) on solving equations involving Algebraic Fractions. The main task is differentiated 3 ways however there are many further opportunities to problem solve, reasoning tasks and also proof tasks. The has been used with KS4 and proved to be engaging and challenging in the run up to the exam. The lesson has been tailored to satisfy the needs of the new curriculum with a variation of tasks. All tasks have worked solutions.
GCSE Skills Starters
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GCSE Skills Starters

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In each PPT there are 6 individual starters (12 in total) in which the same 5 questions are repeated but just different values. These have been proven to ensure 5 topics are revisited at the beginning of lessons which are generally 2-3 marks each on an exam. Pupils like the repetition of the same questions each lesson and seeing progress from maybe being able to do 1 to doing all 5 at the end of the 6 lessons. Pupils really do see the benefit and a nice way to have a task ready on pupil entry to the classroom.
Adding/Subtracting/Divide/Multiply Algebraic Fractions New Curriculum
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Adding/Subtracting/Divide/Multiply Algebraic Fractions New Curriculum

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A series of lessons (2/3) on applying the 4 operations to algebraic fractions. All tasks are 3/4 parts differentiated, red, amber, green and purple with solutions to all tasks. Used with top set year 11 and stretched the more able and consolidated the basics aswell, suitable for all KS4 Higher pupils Pupils fully engaged in problem solving and tailored to suit the new curriculum.
Sine Rule Lesson
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Sine Rule Lesson

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This is a series of lessons (2-4) on using and applying Sine Rule. The lesson covers varying tasks on using an applying sine rule in various contexts. It allows the pupils to master the basics of Sine Rule and then applying it to multi step problems. It also links Sine Rule to bearing problems and Algebraic problems. All tasks are differentiated either 3 or 4 levels. All tasks have solutions so pupils can self mark with some of the solutions handwritten so pupils can see a full worked solutions. This has been used with classes of varying ability and all have been able to access the lesson up to their desired ability.
Equation and Gradient of a Straight Line
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Equation and Gradient of a Straight Line

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A series of lessons (2 - 3) on finding the equation of a straight line. The lesson begins with finding and interpreting the gradient and y intercept from real life life situations and moving onto finding the equation of a line. It also gives pupils the opportunity to investigate perpendicular and parallel lines. All tasks are differentiated to at least 3 levels and suitable for the new curriculum as pupils are given reasoning tasks. All pupils can consolidate their learning yet be stretched for the more able. All solutions included.
RAG - Finding the Equation of a Line
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RAG - Finding the Equation of a Line

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A RAG Task on finding the equation of a straight line. The sheet allows pupils to master the skill and then apply it to different contexts aswell as an introduction to parallel and perpendicular lines. All solutions included
Angles in a Triangle Thoughts and Crosses
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Angles in a Triangle Thoughts and Crosses

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A Thoughts and Crosses on Angles in a Triangle. It gives the chance to consolidate and also link angles and algebra and reasoning tasks. All solutions included. Check out my shop for a complete lesson and many other lessons
Angles in a Quadrilateral Lesson
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Angles in a Quadrilateral Lesson

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A series of lessons (2-3) on finding missing angles in a quadrilateral. There is a variety of tasks ranging from the basics of finding missing angles, linking angles and algebra and also introduction to circle theorems (Cyclic Quadrilaterals). All tasks are differentiated to 3 levels, with solutions and give the pupils the chance to consolidate and also challenge themselves. It is suitable for the 9-1 curriculum as it involves problem solving and reasoning tasks.
Quadratic Formula
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Quadratic Formula

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A series of lessons (2-3) on using the quadratic formula to solve a quadratic. It introduces the formula and has a RAG task on using this formula to a basic quadratic, ones where some rearrangement is needed and moves onto shape problems. There are also reverse problems in which pupils would need to find the values of a,b and c. All tasks are differentiated to at least 3 levels. There are reasoning and problem solving tasks which are suitable for the new curriculum. All tasks have solutions so that it is easy for the pupils to mark their work. This has been used and allowed pupils to master the skill and for the more able to develop their understanding
Solve a Quadratic - Factorising
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Solve a Quadratic - Factorising

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This lesson recaps basic factorising inc difference of two squares ect. There is then a RAG task on solving a quadratic by factorising and includes varying tasks such as rearranging ect to really get the pupils thinking. It also links in algebra with shape and have reasoning and problem solving questions which are suitable for the new curriculum. All tasks are differentiated to at least 3 levels. There are reasoning and problem solving tasks which are suitable for the new curriculum. All tasks have solutions so that it is easy for the pupils to mark their work. This has been used and allowed pupils to master the skill and for the more able to develop their understanding
Area of a Parallelogram
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Area of a Parallelogram

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This lesson allows pupils to practice the skill of finding the area of a parallelogram, aswell as reverse problems and compound shapes in a RAG Task. There are plenty of problem solving questions, reasoning questions to really stretch all pupils and challenge the more able. All tasks are differentiated to at least 3 levels. There are reasoning and problem solving tasks which are suitable for the new curriculum. All tasks have solutions so that it is easy for the pupils to mark their work. This has been used and allowed pupils to master the skill and for the more able to develop their understanding
Area of a Triangle Lesson
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Area of a Triangle Lesson

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A series of lessons (2-3) on finding the area of a triangle. The lesson allows pupils to practice the basic skill but al calculate reverse problems and compound shape questions. There are also some reasoning tasks suitable for the new curriculum and algebraic problems to challenge the more able learners. All tasks are differentiated to at least 3 levels. There are reasoning and problem solving tasks which are suitable for the new curriculum. All tasks have solutions so that it is easy for the pupils to mark their work. This has been used and allowed pupils to master the skill and for the more able to develop their understanding
5 Question Stater - 6 Lessons
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5 Question Stater - 6 Lessons

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A starter which includes 5 questions which seem to be badly answered at year 7. The same questions repeat 6 times so can be used for 6 consecutive lessons. The aim is that each lesson they get better at each question so by lesson 6 can tackle all 5 questions within 15 mins. Used these starters for years, pupils are engaged and like the benefits of them.
5 Question Starters - 6 Lessons
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5 Question Starters - 6 Lessons

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A starter which includes 5 questions which seem to be badly answered at year 7. The same questions repeat 6 times so can be used for 6 consecutive lessons. The aim is that each lesson they get better at each question so by lesson 6 can tackle all 5 questions within 15 mins. Used these starters for years, pupils are engaged and like the benefits of them.
Angles Thoughts and Crosses
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Angles Thoughts and Crosses

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Can be used as a recap or a diagnostic exercise. Gives pupils he opportunity to work through different problems involving angles covering a wide range of angle topics. Pupils always engaged in this task and like to stretch and challenge themselves. Great for revision
RAG - Angles in Polygons
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RAG - Angles in Polygons

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RAG Task on Angles in Polygons. Quite a basic worksheet but will challenge pupils, give them the opportunity to complete exams questions on a topic I feel some pupils consistently drop marks on. A full lesson on this topic is available on my page
Fractions Thoughts and Crosses - New Curriculum
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Fractions Thoughts and Crosses - New Curriculum

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An ideal resource which can recap using the four operations with fractions. It practices the skills, using it in functional problems and then introduces the more able pupils to more vague contexts which are ideal for the new curriculum. Ideal for revision, as a lesson, a game and engages the pupils to really challenge themselves. Full lesson to follow the ensure pupils are fully prepared for new curriculum.
Adding and Subtracting - Low Ability RAG Task
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Adding and Subtracting - Low Ability RAG Task

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A resource designed for low ability KS3 or KS2 pupils on adding and subtracting. This gives the pupils the opportunity to be challenged and even working with decimals to stretch their understanding. Use with low ability KS3 who managed to progress through the task, consolidating prior knowledge and working with decimals.