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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
More about inheritance
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More about inheritance

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During this fully resourced lesson on more about inheritance GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how the sex of offspring is determined and how to use family pedigree charts. This is the 8th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.6 Genetic inheritance and 4.6.1.8 Sex determination from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.8 More about genetics 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 (40 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. More about inheritance Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Antibiotic resistant bacteria
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Antibiotic resistant bacteria

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Antibiotic resistant bacteria is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of how the evolution of resistance in bacteria poses a threat to human health through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 8th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.6.3.7 Resistant bacteria lesson (B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B15.8 Antibiotic resistant bacteria lesson (B15 Genetics and evolution 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 (35 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. ● Homework Activities: Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning. 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
Collecting and recording data
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Collecting and recording data

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This fully resourced lesson on collecting and recording data is designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of collect and record data accurately and effectively through clear explanations and engaging activities. This is the 3rd in a series of lessons and covers the AQA KS3 Enquiry skill 2.9 Collect data and the Activate 1 (OUP) Enquiry processes 1: EP 3, Collecting, recording, and presenting data 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 (36 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. ● Practical activity: Hands-on experience to apply concepts and develop practical skills. ● 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 Year 7 class, with three levels of demand to cater to different learning styles and levels: ● K- Know (low demand) ● A- Apply (standard demand) ● E- Extend (high demand) This lesson is also available as: ● Cover lesson worksheet: Perfect for unplanned absences, this version provides everything a cover teacher needs to deliver a smooth and engaging lesson. Collecting and recording data 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. Collecting and recording data Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
KS3 Working scientifically (Activate 1 & 2)
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KS3 Working scientifically (Activate 1 & 2)

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13 presentations covering the AQA KS3 Activate Enquiry processes chapter. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the scientific method. 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) Please note: (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Diet, exercise, and disease
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Diet, exercise, and disease

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This fully resourced lesson on diet, exercise, and disease is designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the effects of diet and exercise on health through clear explanations and engaging activities. This is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.2.2.6 Non-communicable diseases topic and OUP Kerboodle Scheme B7.4, Diet, exercise, and disease 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 (34 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: ● Cover lesson worksheet: Perfect for unplanned absences, this version provides everything a cover teacher needs to deliver a smooth and engaging lesson. Diet, exercise, and disease 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. Diet, exercise, and disease Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
The response to exercise
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The response to exercise

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During this lesson (B9.2 The response to exercise) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the body’s response to exercise. Based on the 2nd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B9: Respiration 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 (26 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
Diffusion in living organisms
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Diffusion in living organisms

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During this lesson (B1.6 Diffusion) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how particles move by diffusion and why it is important for living things. Based on the 6th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B1: Cell structure and transport 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 (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.
Cell division
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Cell division

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During this lesson (B2-1 Cell division) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the cell cycle and the process of mitosis. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B2: Cell division 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 (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.
Diseases caused by fungi and protists
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Diseases caused by fungi and protists

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During this lesson (B5-8 Disease caused by fungi and protists) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how fungi and protists cause disease and describe some examples. Based on the 8th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B5: Communicable diseases 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 (27 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.
More plant diseases
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More plant diseases

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During this lesson (B5-10 More about plant diseases) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how pests and mineral deficiencies cause disease in plants. Based on the 10th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B5: Communicable diseases 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 (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 menstrual cycle
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The menstrual cycle

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During 10.2.5 The menstrual cycle Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of what happens during the menstrual cycle. Based on the 5th lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 10a: Genes- 10.2 Human reproductions chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class- K- Know (low demand) A- Apply (standard demand) E- Extend (high demand) Presentation contains (25 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) 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
Fertilisation and germination
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Fertilisation and germination

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During 9.2.2 Fertilisation and germination Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of the process of fertilisation and how it leads to seed formation. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 9a: Ecosystems- 9.2 Plant reproduction 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 (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) 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
Catalysts and enzymes
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Catalysts and enzymes

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During this lesson (B3.4 Catalysts and enzymes) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how enzymes work as biological catalysts. Based on the 4th 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 (19 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
Helping the heart
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Helping the heart

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During this lesson (B4.4 Helping the heart) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how some heart defects can be treated. Based on the 4th 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 (29 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
Breathing and gas exchange
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Breathing and gas exchange

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During this lesson (B4.5 Breathing and gas exchange) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the structure and function of the gas exchange system. Based on the 5th 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 (38 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
Factors affecting transpiration
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Factors affecting transpiration

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During this lesson (B4.9 Factors affecting transpiration) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of some factors that can affect the rate of transpiration. Based on the 9th 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 (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) 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
Uses of monoclonal antibodies
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Uses of monoclonal antibodies

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During this lesson (B6.6 Uses of monoclonal antibodies) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of using monoclonal antibodies. Based on the 6th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B6: Preventing and treating disease chapter. 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 higher ability class covering content 5-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Development of a foetus
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Development of a foetus

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During 10.2.4 Development of a foetus Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of what happens during gestation and birth. Based on the 4th lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 10a: Genes- 10.2 Human reproductions chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class- K- Know (low demand) A- Apply (standard demand) E- Extend (high demand) Presentation contains (20 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) 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
Movement- muscles
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Movement- muscles

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During 8.1.4 Movement: Muscles Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of how antagonistic pairs of muscles create movement. Based on the 4th 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.
The nervous system Lesson bundle
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The nervous system Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B10.2 The nervous system 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 nervous system is adapted to its function. 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