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
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
During this lesson (C6.4 Electrolysis of aqueous solutions) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how to predict the products of electrolysis of an aqueous solution. Based on the 4th 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 (13 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
This fully resourced lesson introduces new students to the Bunsen burner. It is designed for Year 7 students and covers the following topics:
● The parts of the Bunsen burner
● How to light the Bunsen burner
● How to adjust the flame
● The different flame settings
● The safety precautions that must be taken when using the Bunsen burner
Aimed at a mixed ability class.
Lesson contains (24 slides):
● Teacher and technician notes: These notes provide detailed instructions on how to deliver the lesson, as well as safety information for using the Bunsen burner.
● Info sheets and worksheets: These resources provide students with additional information on the Bunsen burner and how to use it safely.
● Discussion points: These points can be used to stimulate discussion about the Bunsen burner and its uses in science.
● Information slides: These slides provide students with essential information about the Bunsen burner, including its parts, how to light it, and how to adjust the flame.
● Activities: These activities help students to practice using the Bunsen burner and to learn about its different flame settings.
● Experiments using the Bunsen burner: These experiments give students the opportunity to use the Bunsen burner.
● Demonstrate understanding task: This task allows students to demonstrate their understanding of the Bunsen burner and how to use it safely.
This lesson is the third and final lesson that introduces new students to lab safety. The other lessons in the series cover:
● Lab safety
● Equipment and making measurements
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
This presentation covers the content for the C4.1 Relative masses and moles lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry C4: Chemical calculations chapter (Kerboodle scheme). During this lesson students work through a variety of tasks to develop an understanding of how to calculate the relative mass of a compound.
*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 (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.
This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Chemistry C3.2 Atoms into ions 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 atoms can form positive or negative ions to make compounds.
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- 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.
Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
During this lesson (C5.3 Extracting metals) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how extraction methods depend on metal reactivity. Based on the 3rd 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 (19 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
Presentations covering the AQA 9-1 Synergy chapter 20 Acids and alkalis
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.
During this lesson (C3.7 Giant covalent structures) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the general properties of substances with giant covalent structures. Based on the 7th 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
During this lesson (C4.5 Atom economy) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how to calculate the atom economy of a reaction and why it is important in industry. Based on the 5th 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 (22 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
This fully resourced lesson on isotopes and ions is designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of what isotopes and ions are through clear explanations and engaging activities.
This is the 7th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.1.1(.6) A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes topic and OUP Kerboodle GCSE Chemistry Scheme C1.7, Ions, atoms, and isotopes 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 (37 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.
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 a:
● Cover lesson worksheet: Perfect for unplanned absences, this version provides everything a cover teacher needs to deliver a smooth and engaging lesson.
Isotopes and ions 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.
Isotopes and ions Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
This fully resourced lesson on planning investigations is designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of how to plan a scientific investigation through clear explanations and engaging activities.
This is the 2nd in a series of lessons and covers the AQA KS3 Enquiry skill 2.9 Collect data, 2.11 Plan variables, 2.13 Estimate risks and the Activate 1 (OUP) Enquiry processes 1: EP2 Planning investigations 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 (38 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.
Planning investigations 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.
Planning investigations Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
During 6.2.2 Chemical reactions of metals and non-metals Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of the reactions of metals and non-metals. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 6a: Reactions- 6.2 Metals and non-metals 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 (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)
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
During 6.2.5 Metals and water Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of how to use the reactions of metals with water to place metals in order of reactivity. Based on the 5th lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 6a: Reactions- 6.2 Metals and non-metals 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 (29 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)
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
States of matter is a comprehensive lesson designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of how the properties of solids, liquids, gases can be explained using the particle model through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
This lesson is the 2nd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.5.1 The particle model topic and the Activate 1 (OUP) 5a: The particle model, 5.1.2 States of matter lesson.
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 (41 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.
● Practical Activity: 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: 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 Year 7 class, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels:
● K- Know (low demand)
● A- Apply (standard demand)
● E- Extend (high demand)
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.
States of matter Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
This fully resourced lesson on solubility is designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of the meaning of solubility and some factors that affect it through engaging activities, clear explanations, and differentiated materials.
This lesson is the 3rd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.5.2 Separating mixtures topic and the Activate 1 (OUP) 5a: The particle model, 5.2.3 Solubility lesson.
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 (36 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.
● Practical Activity: 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: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels:
● K- Know (low demand)
● A- Apply (standard demand)
● E- Extend (high demand)
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.
Solubility Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
This fully resourced lesson on chromatography is designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of how chromatography can separate substances through engaging activities, clear explanations, and differentiated materials.
This lesson is the 6th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.5.2 Separating mixtures topic and the Activate 1 (OUP) 5a: The particle model, 5.2.6 Chromatography lesson.
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 (31 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.
● Practical Activity: 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: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels:
● K- Know (low demand)
● A- Apply (standard demand)
● E- Extend (high demand)
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.
Chromatography Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
This fully resourced lesson on chemical formulae is designed to help Year 8 students develop their understanding of how to name compounds and interpret chemical formulae through clear explanations and engaging activities.
This is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 5.3 Elements topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Elements, 5.3.4 Chemical formulae 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 (41 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 Year 8 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.
Chemical formulae 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.
Chemical formulae Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
This fully resourced lesson on the Periodic Table is designed to help Year 8 students develop their understanding of how the Periodic Table is organised through clear explanations and engaging activities.
This is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 5.4 Periodic Table topic and the Activate 2 (OUP) 5b: Elements, 5.4.1 The Periodic Table 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 (39 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 Year 8 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.
The Periodic Table 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.
The Periodic Table Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
During this lesson (C3.4 Giant ionic structures) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of some of the physical properties of ionic compounds. Based on the 4th 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 (18 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
During this distance learning lesson (C3.3 Ionic bonding) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how ionic compounds are held together. Based on the 3rd lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) C3: Structure and bonding 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:
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 features will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel).
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
cmgeducationresources@gmail.com