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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
Activate 1 Variation Distance learning
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Activate 1 Variation Distance learning

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3 distance learning lessons covering the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 1 10a: Genes chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of variation. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class K- Know (low demand) A- Apply (standard demand) E- Extend (high demand) Each digital worksheet includes: Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson or self-assessed vocabulary task (joke of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet These resources work best as Google Docs™ with Google Classroom™. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Developing drugs
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Developing drugs

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During this lesson (B6.4 Developing drugs) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how drugs are developed and trialled using double blind trials. Based on the 4th 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 (31 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
The skeleton
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The skeleton

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During 8.1.2 The skeleton Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of the role and importance of the skeleton. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 8a: Organisms- 8.1 Movement 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 (22 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.
1.3.4 Diffusion (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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1.3.4 Diffusion (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentation covering the 4th lesson of AQA 9-1 Synergy 1.3 Cells in animals and plants chapter. Presentation contains- -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 foundation tier. Compiled from various sources.
1.3.7 Active transport (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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1.3.7 Active transport (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentation covering the 7th lesson of AQA 9-1 Synergy 1.3 Cells in animals and plants chapter. Presentation contains- -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 foundation tier. Compiled from various sources.
1.3.6 Osmosis in plants (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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1.3.6 Osmosis in plants (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentation covering the 6th lesson of AQA 9-1 Synergy 1.3 Cells in animals and plants chapter. Presentation contains- -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 foundation tier. Compiled from various sources.
1.3.9 Differentiation and stem cells (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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1.3.9 Differentiation and stem cells (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentation covering the 9th lesson of AQA 9-1 Synergy 1.3 Cells in animals and plants chapter. Presentation contains- -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 foundation tier. Compiled from various sources.
1.3 Cells in animals and plants (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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1.3 Cells in animals and plants (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentations covering the AQA 9-1 Synergy 1.3 Cells in animals and plants chapter. 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 foundation tier. Compiled from various sources.
1.3.10 Cell division in sexual reproduction (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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1.3.10 Cell division in sexual reproduction (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentation covering the 10th lesson of AQA 9-1 Synergy 1.3 Cells in animals and plants chapter. Presentation contains- -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 foundation tier. Compiled from various sources.
The human digestive system Distance learning
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The human digestive system Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (B3.2 The human digestive system) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the role of the organs in the digestive system. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) B3: Organisation and the digestive system chapter. Ideal for independent & distance learning / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8 This resource includes (2 pages): Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (Fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Factors affecting enzyme action Distance learning
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Factors affecting enzyme action Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (B3.5 Factors affecting enzyme action) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how temperature and pH affect enzyme action. Based on the 5th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) B3: Organisation and the digestive system chapter. Ideal for independent & distance learning / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8 This resource includes (3 pages): Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Helping the heart Distance learning
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Helping the heart Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (B4.4 Helping the heart) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how some heart defects can be treated. Based on the 4th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) B4: Organising animals and plants chapter. Ideal for independent & distance learning / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8 This resource includes (4 pages): Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Transport systems in plants Lesson bundle
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Transport systems in plants Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B4.7 Transport systems in plants lesson in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how substances are transported around plants in xylem and phloem. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. 1. Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Tissues and organs in plants Lesson bundle
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Tissues and organs in plants Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B4.6 Tissues and organs in plants lesson in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the structure and function of organ systems in plants. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. 1. Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Animal and plant cells Lesson bundle
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Animal and plant cells Lesson bundle

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**This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B1.2 Animal and plant cells lesson in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how the function of organelles in plant and animal cells. ** Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. 1. Classroom based presentation- 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: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™
Growth and differentiation Lesson bundle
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Growth and differentiation Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B2-2 Growth and differentiation lesson in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of cell differentiation in animal and plant cells. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. 1. Classroom based presentation- 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: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™
B5 Communicable diseases Distance learning
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B5 Communicable diseases Distance learning

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11 digital worksheets covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B5: Communicable diseases chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of health and disease, human and plant diseases caused by pathogens, and how humans and plants defend themselves against disease. Ideal for independent & distance learning / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8 Each digital worksheet includes: Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson, or self-assessed vocabulary task (joke of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this document This resource works best as a Google Doc. with Google Classroom- upload to your Google Drive, right click and select make a copy (this will convert back into Google Doc. format and enable Google Draw and other Google features). This document can also be used with Microsoft Teams, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (fact of the day, Google Draw) will not be available.
The importance of communities Distance learning
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The importance of communities Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (B16-1 The importance of communities) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the relationship between communities and ecosystems, and the importance of stable communities. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) B16: Adaptations, interdependence, and competition chapter. Ideal for independent & distance learning / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8 This resource includes: Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (Fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™- upload to your Google Drive™, right click and select make a copy (this will convert back into Google Doc™. format and enable Google Draw™ and other Google features). The worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (fact of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Food chains and webs Lesson bundle
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Food chains and webs Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 9.1.1 Food chains and webs lesson, in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how energy moves through food chains and webs. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. 1.Classroom based presentation- 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 worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Factors affecting enzyme action Lesson bundle
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Factors affecting enzyme action Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B3.5 Factors affecting enzyme action lesson in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how temperature and pH affect enzyme action. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. 1. Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com