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Biology. Science. Geography. History. Whole school. Most resources aimed at KS5 G&T biology or KS3 geography and science. Due to my wide range of experience I have developed resources for a wide range of subjects including biology, chemistry, physics, geography, history, travel & tourism, citizenship, PSHE, and RE as well as whole school items and middle management. I have been teaching for 11 years, with experience both in the class room and in various management roles.

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Biology. Science. Geography. History. Whole school. Most resources aimed at KS5 G&T biology or KS3 geography and science. Due to my wide range of experience I have developed resources for a wide range of subjects including biology, chemistry, physics, geography, history, travel & tourism, citizenship, PSHE, and RE as well as whole school items and middle management. I have been teaching for 11 years, with experience both in the class room and in various management roles.
End of Unit AfL task for Global Warming and Climate Change
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End of Unit AfL task for Global Warming and Climate Change

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An open-ended assessment task for pupils who have recently studied global warming. The task focuses on the effects and consequences of global warming rather than the causes, but also includes an extension activity requiring pupils to consider how the process of global warming may be stopped or slowed down. Suitable for KS3 and KS4 geography The resource is provided with two levels of differentiated support and also includes teacher's notes.
Autosomal gene linkage activity for A-level biology
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Autosomal gene linkage activity for A-level biology

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The attached file contains results of an imaginary genetic experiment with a newly discovered species. These results provide genetic recombination evidence which will be used to determine which of four genes are found on the same chromosome (linked genes). Pupils can be asked to perform a chi-squared analysis on the results. G&T pupils can also use the recombination evidence to map the observed genes on the species two chromosomes. A mark-scheme including working of the chi-squared analysis is provided. The activity may also be suitable for G&T GCSE/IGCSE pupils following the separate science (triple award) route.
DNA, RNA & Protein Synthesis Crosswords (A-level Biology)
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DNA, RNA & Protein Synthesis Crosswords (A-level Biology)

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Good to use as a starter, plenary, homework or revision activity. This resource contains three separate crossword puzzles covering: DNA Structure & Replication Protein Synthesis Mutations ANSWERS are also included in a separate file. Each file includes two copies of the blank crossword, such that when printed the crossword will take up the size of one A5 piece of paper. A bundle containing these and other crosswords related to Genetics & Evolution is also available here https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/crosswords-for-a-level-biology-genetics-and-evolution-12056640 The bundle contains 8 crosswords covering the concepts Nucleic Acids & Protein Synthesis (3 crosswords) Inherited Change (3 crosswords) Selection & Evolution (2 crosswords)
KS3 geography
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KS3 geography

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Combined resources for KS3 geography. Most of these are quite open ended and also useful in KS4. Topics include global warming & climate change, economic development, industry and continental drift.
End of Unit AfL task for Economic Development: KS3 or KS4 geography
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End of Unit AfL task for Economic Development: KS3 or KS4 geography

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This open ended assessment task is designed for use towards the end of a unit on Economic Development in KS3 geography. However it may also be suitable for KS4 geography classes, either as an assessment of prior learning or an AfL task toward the end of a unit. Pupils are asked to demonstrate their knowledge of the demographic transition model and development indicators. A 'progression' ladder based on Bloom's taxonomy is included to assist both pupils and teachers with assessing the task.
T-test practice for GCSE or AS/A-level biology
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T-test practice for GCSE or AS/A-level biology

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The resource includes a pupil worksheet and accompanying teacher notes (including calculations) for pupils to practice using the student’s t-test. The worksheet includes a scenario in which the t-test is used to determine significant differences between populations of foxes living in different habitats. The t-test is used in the context of natural selection, and pupils are asked to describe directional selection pressures which could lead to the observed differences.
Crosswords for KS3 Year 9 Biology
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Crosswords for KS3 Year 9 Biology

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Based on the 2015 national curriculum framework for KS3, this pack of crosswords is designed for use with Year 9, but can be used with other KS3 year groups depending on your school curriculum. The crosswords could also be used as a quick review before starting a related topic in KS4. Answers are included within the file. Two crosswords are included in each A4 page. The pack contains: Plants, Farming & Environment Plants & Photosynthesis Inheritance & Selection Muscles & Skeleton Drugs & Health Other crossword packs for Year 7 & 8, chemistry & physics will be available soon.
Crosswords for A-level Biology Genetics & Evolution
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Crosswords for A-level Biology Genetics & Evolution

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This Bundle contains all eight crosswords for Genetics & Evolution. Nucleic Acids & Protein Synthesis DNA Structure & Replication Protein Synthesis Mutation Inherited Change Meiosis & Vertical Gene Transfer Genes & Phenotype Gene Control Selection & Evolution Variation & Selection Evolution ANSWERS are included for all puzzles.
Questions involving the Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium
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Questions involving the Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium

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This resource is designed for A-level Biology students. It includes review of the basic concepts and practice exam style questions on the topic. Other knowledge of genetics and populations may be required for some questions. The student sheet is provided in 2 versions, with and without space for writing the answers. An optional extension activity involving the chi-squared test is also included. All answers are provided in the teacher version.
Plant nutrition worksheet
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Plant nutrition worksheet

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Pupil sheet and anwers for GCSE/A-level plant nutrition: With this worksheet designed for GCSE/A-level biology, pupils are expected to identify the 9 micronutrients and 6 macronutrients required by plants for healthy growth. There is additional space for pupils to include information about the function and deficiency symptoms for N, P, K and Mg. One file contains the pupil sheet, the other contains expected answers.
Inherited Change Crosswords (A-level Biology)
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Inherited Change Crosswords (A-level Biology)

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This resource contains three crossword puzzles for three topics: Meiosis & Vertical Gene Transfer (Meiosis & Fertilisation, including generating variation) Genes & Phenotype (Mendelian Genetics and Inheritance Patterns) Gene Control (Gene Expression) ANSWERS file for all 3 crosswords Designed for A-level Biology, but may be suitable for GCSE pupils following the separate sciences. Each file includes two copies of the blank crossword, such that when printed the crossword will take up the size of one A5 piece of paper. A bundle containing these and other crosswords related to Genetics & Evolution is also available here https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/crosswords-for-a-level-biology-genetics-and-evolution-12056640 The bundle contains 8 crosswords covering the concepts Nucleic Acids & Protein Synthesis (3 crosswords) Inherited Change (3 crosswords) Selection & Evolution (2 crosswords)
Selection & Evolution Crossword Puzzles (A-level Biology)
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Selection & Evolution Crossword Puzzles (A-level Biology)

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Good for plenary, homework, or revision: 2 crossword puzzles with separate ANSWERS file for Variation & Selection Evolution ANSWERS These were designed for use in reviewing key terms and understanding for A-level biology, but may also be useful for GCSE Biology. Each file includes two copies of the blank crossword, such that when printed the crossword will take up the size of one A5 piece of paper. A bundle containing these and other crosswords related to Genetics & Evolution is also available here https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/crosswords-for-a-level-biology-genetics-and-evolution-12056640 The bundle contains 8 crosswords covering the concepts Nucleic Acids & Protein Synthesis (3 crosswords) Inherited Change (3 crosswords) Selection & Evolution (2 crosswords)
Instructions for Scientific Line Drawings
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Instructions for Scientific Line Drawings

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This sheet provides instructions, and success criteria to support students in learning how to make scientific line drawings. This will be particularly useful for GCSE and A-level biology, but it is good to develop this skill in students while they are still in KS3. An example is also shown.