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
Originally designed as a Google slide to engage students during the shut down period (for link to original document please email me- address in shop bio).
Presentation contains 10+ hours of research, literacy, numeracy and modeling tasks covering space topics (the Solar System, the Galaxy and beyond, Space travel) students can complete at home. It is a single PowerPoint with instructions and links for the students to follow for each task, that should be completed in the booklet.
This 3-in-1 lesson bundle provides everything you need to teach gravity in the classroom, for cover teachers, and for students learning remotely. Gravity is designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of gravitational fields and weight; the bundle includes three convenient formats – all fully editable to fit your specific needs:
● Teacher-led lesson (PowerPoint Presentation):
○ Engaging, ready-to-use presentation.
○ Includes everything you need for an effective lesson (instructions, activities, worksheets, etc.)
○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students’ needs.
● Cover lesson (Word Document):
○ This printable cover lesson resource provides clear instructions and engaging activities for students to work independently with minimal supervision.
○ Minimal prep required – simply print and go!
○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students’ needs.
● Digital worksheet (Google Doc Recommended):
○ Perfect for distance learning, independent study, or catching up on missed work!
○ This interactive worksheet guides students through the learning objectives with clear explanations and engaging activities.
○ This resource is best used in Google Doc™ format. While it can be converted to Word/Excel, some tasks may not function properly in these formats).
All three formats come with all the necessary resources, making them easy to implement in your classroom. Plus, they’re fully editable, allowing you to adjust the activities’ length and difficulty to match your students’ progress and time constraints.
This lesson is the 5th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.1.2 Gravity topic and the Activate 1 (OUP) 1a: Forces, 1.2.1 Gravity lesson.
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class.
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
This 3-in-1 lesson bundle provides everything you need to teach distance-time graphs in the classroom, for cover teachers, and for students learning remotely. Distance-time graphs is designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of how to use a distance-time graph to describe a journey; the bundle includes three convenient formats – all fully editable to fit your specific needs:
● Teacher-led lesson (PowerPoint Presentation):
○ Engaging, ready-to-use presentation.
○ Includes everything you need for an effective lesson (instructions, activities, worksheets, etc.)
○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students’ needs.
● Cover lesson (Word Document):
○ This printable cover lesson resource provides clear instructions and engaging activities for students to work independently with minimal supervision.
○ Minimal prep required – simply print and go!
○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students’ needs.
● Digital worksheet (Google Doc Recommended):
○ Perfect for distance learning, independent study, or catching up on missed work!
○ This interactive worksheet guides students through the learning objectives with clear explanations and engaging activities.
○ This resource is best used in Google Doc™ format. While it can be converted to Word/Excel, some tasks may not function properly in these formats).
All three formats come with all the necessary resources, making them easy to implement in your classroom. Plus, they’re fully editable, allowing you to adjust the activities’ length and difficulty to match your students’ progress and time constraints.
This lesson is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.1.1 Speed topic and the Activate 1 (OUP) 1a: Forces, 1.1.4 Distance-time graphs lesson.
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class.
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
This 3-in-1 lesson bundle provides everything you need to teach speed in the classroom, for cover teachers, and for students learning remotely. Speed is designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of what speed is and how to calculate it; the bundle includes three convenient formats – all fully editable to fit your specific needs:
● Teacher-led lesson (PowerPoint Presentation):
○ Engaging, ready-to-use presentation.
○ Includes everything you need for an effective lesson (instructions, activities, worksheets, etc.)
○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students’ needs.
● Cover lesson (Word Document):
○ This printable cover lesson resource provides clear instructions and engaging activities for students to work independently with minimal supervision.
○ Minimal prep required – simply print and go!
○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students’ needs.
● Digital worksheet (Google Doc Recommended):
○ Perfect for distance learning, independent study, or catching up on missed work!
○ This interactive worksheet guides students through the learning objectives with clear explanations and engaging activities.
○ This resource is best used in Google Doc™ format. While it can be converted to Word/Excel, some tasks may not function properly in these formats).
All three formats come with all the necessary resources, making them easy to implement in your classroom. Plus, they’re fully editable, allowing you to adjust the activities’ length and difficulty to match your students’ progress and time constraints.
This lesson is the 3rd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.1.1 Speed topic and the Activate 1 (OUP) 1a: Forces, 1.1.3 Speed lesson.
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class.
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
This 3-in-1 lesson bundle provides everything you need to teach balanced and unbalanced forces in the classroom, for cover teachers, and for students learning remotely. Balanced and unbalanced forces is designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of the effect of balanced and unbalanced forces on an object; the bundle includes three convenient formats – all fully editable to fit your specific needs:
● Teacher-led lesson (PowerPoint Presentation):
○ Engaging, ready-to-use presentation.
○ Includes everything you need for an effective lesson (instructions, activities, worksheets, etc.)
○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students’ needs.
● Cover lesson (Word Document):
○ This printable cover lesson resource provides clear instructions and engaging activities for students to work independently with minimal supervision.
○ Minimal prep required – simply print and go!
○ Fully editable, allowing you to customise the content to fit your teaching style and students’ needs.
● Digital worksheet (Google Doc Recommended):
○ Perfect for distance learning, independent study, or catching up on missed work!
○ This interactive worksheet guides students through the learning objectives with clear explanations and engaging activities.
○ This resource is best used in Google Doc™ format. While it can be converted to Word/Excel, some tasks may not function properly in these formats).
All three formats come with all the necessary resources, making them easy to implement in your classroom. Plus, they’re fully editable, allowing you to adjust the activities’ length and difficulty to match your students’ progress and time constraints.
This lesson is the 2nd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA KS3 3.1.1 Speed topic and the Activate 1 (OUP) 1a: Forces, 1.1.2 Balanced and unbalanced lesson.
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class.
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
5 distance learning lessons covering the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 1 3a: Energy chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of energy costs and energy transfers.
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
Each digital worksheet includes:
• Teacher guidance and answers
• Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (joke of the day).
• Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore.
• Explain- lesson 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).
This worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
4 distance learning lessons covering the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 2 3b: Energy chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of work, and heating and cooling.
Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class
Each digital worksheet includes:
Teacher guidance and answers
Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (joke of the day).
Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore.
Explain- lesson 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).
This worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Speed and gravity (Cover lessons) contains 5 ready-to-use cover lessons designed to help Year 7 students work independently and develop their understanding of forces, speed, distance-time graphs, and gravity through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences.
These lessons cover the content from the AQA KS3 3.1.1 Speed and 3.1.2 Gravity topics and the Activate 1 (OUP) 1a: Forces chapter.
Each 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.
Each lesson is also available as a:
● Teacher-led lesson: Deliver engaging lessons with these fully resourced PowerPoint presentations. Includes everything you need to teach, from instructions to activities and worksheets.
Speed and gravity
● Digital worksheet: Perfect for absent students, distance learning, or independent study, these digital versions allow students to catch up on missed work at their own pace.
Speed and gravity Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
5 presentations covering the Year 7 3a Energy chapter of the AQA KS3 Activate scheme. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of energy costs and energy stores and transfers.
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class.
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)
All presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Please note: (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license
4 presentations covering the Year 8 3b Energy chapter of the AQA KS3 Activate scheme. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of work, simple machines, and energy transfer- heating and cooling.
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class.
Presentations contain-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Practical activity (where appropriate)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
*All presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. *
Please note: (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
6 distance learning lessons covering the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 2 1b: Forces chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of contact forces and pressure.
Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class
Each digital worksheet 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- lesson 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).
This worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
5 digital worksheets covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Physics P2: Energy transfer by heating chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of how thermal energy is transferred by conduction and infrared radiation, and how buildings are heated and insulated.
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:
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
These resources work best as Google Docs. with Google Classroom.
5 digital worksheets covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Physics P3: Energy resources chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of how energy demands are met, renewable energy resources and energy issues.
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:
Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson or 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 document
These resources work best as Google Docs. with Google Classroom.
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
5 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Physics P3: Energy resources chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which GCSE students develop an understanding of how energy demands are met, renewable energy resources and energy issues.
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
5 presentations covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Physics P2: Energy transfer by heating chapter of the Kerboodle scheme in which student develop an understanding of how thermal energy is transferred by conduction and infrared radiation, and how buildings are heated and insulated.
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.
Presentations covering the AQA 9-1 Synergy chapter 8 Radiation and risk
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.
Enquiry processes 1 (Cover lessons) contains 6 ready-to-use cover lessons designed to help Year 7 students work independently and develop their understanding of asking scientific questions, planning investigations, collecting, recording, presenting and analysing data and evaluating investigations through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences.
These lessons cover the content from the AQA KS3 Enquiry processes topic and the Activate 1 (OUP) Enquiry processes 1 chapter.
Each 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.
Each lesson is also available as a:
● Teacher-led lesson: Deliver engaging lessons with these fully resourced PowerPoint presentations. Includes everything you need to teach, from instructions to activities and worksheets.
Enquiry processes 1
● Digital worksheet: Perfect for absent students, distance learning, or independent study, these digital versions allow students to catch up on missed work at their own pace.
Enquiry processes 1 Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Speed and gravity contains 5 fully resourced lessons designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of forces, speed, distance-time graphs, and gravity through clear explanations and engaging activities.
These lessons cover the content from the AQA KS3 3.1.1 Speed and 3.1.2 Gravity topics and the Activate 1 (OUP) 1a: Forces 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 Year 7, 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:
● Cover lesson worksheets: Perfect for unplanned absences, this version provides everything a cover teacher needs to deliver a smooth and engaging lesson.
Speed and gravity Cover lessons
● Digital worksheets: Perfect for absent students, distance learning, or independent study, this digital version allows students to catch up on missed work at their own pace.
Speed and gravity Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
6 presentations covering the Year 8 1b Forces chapter of the AQA KS3 Activate scheme. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of contact forces and pressure.
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class.
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)
All presentations are also available as digital worksheets, which are ideal for independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Please note: (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Speed and gravity (Distance learning) contains 5 digital worksheets designed to help Year 7 students develop their understanding of forces, speed, distance-time graphs, and gravity through engaging activities.
These adaptable resources are perfect for:
● Distance learning: Keep students on track with independent learning activities.
● Missed work recovery: Help students catch up after absences at their own pace.
● Home-schooling: Provide a comprehensive learning experience for homeschooled students.
They cover the content from the AQA KS3 3.1.1 Speed and 3.1.2 Gravity topics and the Activate 1 (OUP) 1a: Forces chapter.
Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class.
Each editable resource includes:
● Teacher guidance and answers: Clear instructions and solutions for teachers.
● Engage: Self-assessed vocabulary task, using Google Sheets, to reinforce key vocabulary.
● Explore: Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations allow students to explore the topic in-depth.
● Explain: An embedded Google Slides™ presentation that clearly outlines lesson objectives, provides detailed information slides, and includes self-assessed questions for students to check their comprehension.
● Apply: Engaging activities and tasks encourage students to apply their knowledge gained during the lesson.
● Extend: Resources and activities that challenge students to further explore the topic and extend their learning.
Important:
● Internet Access: Students require a PC with internet access to use these resources.
● Google Doc™ Format: These resources are best used in Google Doc™ format. While they can be converted to Word/Excel, some tasks may not function properly in these formats.
Each lesson is also available as a:
● Teacher-led lesson: Deliver engaging lessons with these fully resourced PowerPoint presentations. Includes everything you need to teach, from instructions to activities and worksheets.
Speed and gravity
● Cover lesson worksheet: Perfect for unplanned absences, these versions provide everything a cover teacher needs to deliver smooth and engaging lessons.
Speed and gravity Cover lessons
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com