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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
C5 Chemical changes
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C5 Chemical changes

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8 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry C5: Chemical changes chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which student develop an understanding of the reactivity of metals, and the reactions of acids and bases. All presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. 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) 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
C1 Atomic structure
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C1 Atomic structure

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Atomic structure contains 8 fully resourced lessons designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the history of the atom, atomic structure, isotopes, ions, and electronic structures through clear explanations and engaging activities. These lessons cover the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1 A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle Scheme C1, Atomic structure chapter. The lessons include all necessary resources, making them easy to implement in your classroom. Additionally, the editable text allows you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Each editable presentation contains: ●Lesson prep and materials guide: Clear guidance for preparing the lesson. ●Student worksheets/handouts (if appropriate): 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 (if appropriate): 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 (if appropriate): 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, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels: ● Level 1: Low demand ● Level 2: Standard demand ● Level 3: High demand Each lesson is also available as: ● Cover lesson worksheets: Perfect for unplanned absences, these versions provide everything a cover teacher needs to deliver smooth and engaging lessons. C1 Atomic structure Cover lesson bundle ● Digital worksheets: Perfect for absent students, distance learning, or independent study, these digital versions allow students to catch up on missed work at their own pace. C1 Atomic structure Distance learning bundle If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
C6 Electrolysis
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C6 Electrolysis

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4 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry C6: Electrolysis chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which student develop an understanding of what happens during the electrolysis of molten ionic compounds and aqueous solutions. All presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. 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) 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
Lab safety
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Lab safety

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This fully resourced lesson introduces new students to working safely in the lab. It is designed for Year 7 students and covers the following topics: -The importance of lab safety -Common lab safety equipment -Hazard symbols and their meanings -How to identify and avoid hazards in the lab -What to do in the event of an accident Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. Lesson contains: ●Teacher and technician notes: These notes provide detailed instructions on how to deliver the lesson, as well as information on the different types of lab safety equipment and hazard symbols. ●Information posters and student worksheets: These resources provide students with additional information on lab safety and hazard symbols. ●Discussion points: These points can be used to stimulate discussion about lab safety and hazard symbols. ●Information slides: These slides provide students with essential information about lab safety and hazard symbols. ●Activities: These activities help students to apply their knowledge of lab safety and hazard symbols. ●Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers): These tasks allow students to demonstrate their understanding of lab safety and hazard symbols. ●Student passport: This passport allows students to track their progress through the lesson and earn stamps for completing activities. ●Certificate of completion: This certificate is awarded to students who successfully complete the unit (introduction to the lab). This lesson is the first in a series of three that introduces new students to working in the science lab. The other lessons in the series cover: ●Equipment and making measurements ●The Bunsen burner If you require more assistance, please contact me at: info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Titrations
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Titrations

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During this lesson (C4.7 Titrations) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how to carry out a titration. Based on the 7th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C4: Chemical calculations 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 (25 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
C7 Energy changes
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C7 Energy changes

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6 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry C7: Energy changes chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which GCSE students develop an understanding of exothermic and endothermic reactions, bond energy calculations, batteries, and fuel cells. Most presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. 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) 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
C10 Organic reactions bundle (AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry)
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C10 Organic reactions bundle (AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry)

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Presentations covering the AQA 9-1 Chemistry C10 Organic reactions unit. 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 a mixed ability class. Compiled from various sources
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
Introduction to the Science lab
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Introduction to the Science lab

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These three fully resourced lessons are the perfect starting point for Year 7 students in science. Packed with experiments and activities, they will help students develop essential lab skills, understand lab safety procedures, and learn how to use scientific equipment correctly. The topics covered in this series of lessons include: -Lab safety -Equipment and making measurements -The Bunsen burner The presentations are also accompanied by a student science passport and certificate of completion. The passport allows students to track their progress through the series, and the certificate is awarded to students who successfully complete all three lessons. Aimed at a mixed ability class. Each presentation contains: ● Lesson prep and materials guide: Clear guidance for preparing the lesson. ● Student worksheets/handouts: All the printable materials needed for the lesson. ●Discussion points: These points can be used to stimulate discussion about the topics covered in the presentations and encourage students to think critically about the scientific process. ●Information slides: These slides provide students with essential information about the topics covered in the presentations. ●Activities: These activities help students to apply their knowledge of the topics covered in the presentations. ●Experiments: These experiments allow students to gain hands-on experience with the topics covered in the presentations. ●Demonstrate understanding tasks: These tasks allow students to demonstrate their understanding of the topics covered in the presentations. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Activate 2 Elements and the Periodic table
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Activate 2 Elements and the Periodic table

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Elements and the Periodic Table contains 9 fully resourced lessons designed to help Year 8 students develop their understanding of atoms, elements, compounds, chemical formulas, the Periodic Table structure, and property trends in Groups 1, 7, and 0 through engaging activities, clear explanations, and differentiated materials. These lessons cover the content from the AQA KS3 5.3 Elements and 5.4 The Periodic Table topics and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Matter chapter. The lessons include all necessary resources, making them easy to implement in your classroom. Additionally, the editable text allows you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Each editable presentation contains: ● 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. ● Practical Activity (if appropriate): Hands-on experience to apply concepts and gain practical skills. ● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking. ● Student Worksheets/Handouts (if appropriate): Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes. ● Homework Activities (if appropriate): Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels: ● K- Know (low demand) ● A- Apply (standard demand) ● E- Extend (high demand) Each lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which are ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. Elements and the Periodic Table Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Strong and weak acids
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Strong and weak acids

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During this lesson (C5.8 Strong and weak acids) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the terms dilute and concentrate, weak and strong, in relation to acids. Based on the 8th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C5: Chemical changes 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 (20 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 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
Atoms into ions
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Atoms into ions

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During this lesson (C3.2 Atoms into ions) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how atoms can form positive or negative ions to make compounds. Based on the 2nd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C3: Structure and bonding 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 (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) 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
Nanoparticles
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Nanoparticles

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During this lesson (C3.11 Nanoparticles) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what nanoparticles are and compare their sizes to atoms and molecules. Based on the 11th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C3: Structure and bonding 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 (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) 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
Fullerenes and graphene
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Fullerenes and graphene

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During this lesson (C3.8 Fullerenes and graphene) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the structure of the fullerenes and graphene. Based on the 8th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C3: Structure and bonding 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 (17 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. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Exothermic and endothermic reactions
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Exothermic and endothermic reactions

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During this lesson (C7.1 Exothermic and endothermic reactions) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the energy transfers during chemical reactions. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C7 Energy changes 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 (21 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
Titration calculations
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Titration calculations

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During this lesson (C4.8 Titration calculations) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how to calculate the concentrations in titrations. Based on the 8th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C4: Chemical calculations 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 (28 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 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
Chemical cells and batteries
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Chemical cells and batteries

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During this lesson (C7.5 Chemical cells and batteries) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how a voltage can be produced by chemical cells. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C7 Energy changes chapter. Presentation contains (20 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
Introduction to electrolysis
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Introduction to electrolysis

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During this lesson (C6.1 Introduction to electrolysis) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what happens in electrolysis. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C6: Electrolysis 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. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
History of the atom Cover lesson
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History of the atom Cover lesson

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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
Salts from insoluble bases
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Salts from insoluble bases

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During this lesson (C5.5 Salts from insoluble bases) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the reaction between an acid and a base. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C5: Chemical changes 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 (17 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. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com