Fully scaffolded task, with extension activities, where students are supported in writing a scientific method for a practical. Gives sentence starters and highlights key words. Perfect for a homework / independent task. Chosen practical is biology but good for general science methodology and literacy skills.

Worksheet for students watching the group 1 metal demonstration: assumes prior knowledge of electron confguration. Activities include word and symbol equations for reactions and explaining the reactivity series of group 1 metals with reference to electron configuation.

Planning sheet for students to carry out before, during and after an experiment to test solubility of sugar in water (can be adapted for your class). Contains work on scientific method, graph plotting and data collection. Has worked extremely well with KS3 and lower KS4 groups

Students practise plotting line graphs of data: task builds slowly from plotting points and drawing best fit lines, to constructing scales and using appropriate labels on axes. Final page tests graph interpretation, and question 3 can be adapted to suit your syllabus and your area. Has worked extremely well with KS3 and weak KS4 pupils in maths and science lessons.

Grid worksheet for students to practise calculating the number of protons, neutrons and electrons in different elements from the periodic table. Grids get gradually harder allowing differentiated learning. Blank boxes at the bottom of the grids are for students to make up their own challenges for friends as extension tasks. Suitable for KS3, KS4 or revision KS5

Powerpoint detailing practical skills needed in the GCSE chemistry course: focusing on taking measurements, experimental skill and data analysis.

A set of 2 worksheets which would make a two lesson programme. Sheet 1- Worksheet to go with a rates of reaction practical, varying surface area of marble chip (can be adjusted for any material, temperature, concentration etc). Students identify variables, collect data, plot a graph and write a conclusion for their experiment. Sheet 2- Worksheet guiding students through a write up of their investigation. Suitable for KS4 or KS3 pupils learning the scientific method or rates of reaction