I am a biology teacher who has many years’ experience working in the social care sector including managing care homes and home care services. I have been teaching health and social care and science since 2015, mostly to level 3 students. I believe learning is an active process helped by visualization of the processes. I create visual resources for both health and social care and science including BTEC and Cambridge Technicals in health and social care, BTEC applied science and GCSE biology.
I am a biology teacher who has many years’ experience working in the social care sector including managing care homes and home care services. I have been teaching health and social care and science since 2015, mostly to level 3 students. I believe learning is an active process helped by visualization of the processes. I create visual resources for both health and social care and science including BTEC and Cambridge Technicals in health and social care, BTEC applied science and GCSE biology.
For BTEC level 3 Applied Science unit 1: Prinicples and Applications 1 - Biology
This 8-page illustrated notebook on cell structure is available in both printable and editable PDF to allow for choice and comes with a completed version.
Research has proven that students learn best when notes are written in their own words. This is partly because students have to think more clearly about the topic when they have to put it into words which they would not do if they copy from a PowerPoint. It is also because they are more likely to understand it later if it is in their own words. This notebook encourages students to write their own notes whilst guiding them on what to write the notes about.
It is designed to be used alongside other learning activities about the topic. It can also be used as a revision aid where students can try to complete the pages from memory.
Research has also highlighted the effectiveness of dual processing to aid student understanding and recall. This notebook makes maximum use of dual coding with the use of high quality illustrations.
Completed notebook included in the resource.
Resource now includes a self-test notebook so students can test their knowledge against the answers in an editible PDF with links to the answer pages.
The cell structure and function notebook covers the requirements of B1 and includes:
Organisation of the body into cells, tissues, organs and body systems
Animal cell diagram to label
Structure and function of each of the organelles
Plant cell to label
Structure and function of organelles specific to plant cells
Bacterial cell to label
Structure and function of components of bacterial cells
Details of the Gram staining technique
Differences between Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria
Diagram of a light microscope to label and annotate
Details of how to carry out magnification calculations
A test your knowledge section at the end
For BTEC level 3 Applied Science unit 1: Prinicples and Applications 1 - Biology
This 8-page illustrated notebook on epithelial and endothelial tissue is available in both printable and editable PDF to allow for choice and comes with a completed version. I have also included a self-test version where students can fill in a page then click the link at the bottom of the page to check the answer.
Research has proven that students learn best when notes are written in their own words. This is partly because students have to think more clearly about the topic when they have to put it into words which they would not do if they copy from a PowerPoint. It is also because they are more likely to understand it later if it is in their own words. This notebook encourages students to write their own notes whilst guiding them on what to write the notes about.
It is designed to be used alongside other learning activities about the topic. It can also be used as a revision aid where students can try to complete the pages from memory – the self-test version is ideal for this purpose.
Research has also highlighted the effectiveness of dual processing to aid student understanding and recall. This notebook makes maximum use of dual coding with the use of high-quality illustrations.
Completed notebook included in the resource.
The cell structure and function notebook covers the requirements of B3 that relates to epithelial and endothelial tissue and includes:
• Locations of both types of tissue within the body
• Different types of cells that make up epithelial tissue
• Structure and function of squamous epithelium
• Structure and function of ciliated epithelium
• Causes and effects of COPD including emphysema and chronic bronchitis
• Locations of endothelial tissue
• Function of endothelial tissue in arteries and veins
• Function of endothelial tissue in capillaries
• Atherosclerosis including formation and risk factors
• A test your knowledge section at the end
Designed for Further Science Concepts for T-level Health (B2.1) but would also suit T level Healthcare Science.
The revision booklet consists of 17 pages and goes into detail about the endocrine system and the actions of the hormones specified. It includes high quality illustrations and diagrams to help students visualise the structures and processes involved. The resource includes an editable PDF for students to write their own notes either as part of their revision or when learning the topic for the first time. Suggested answers (possibly in more detail than is needed) are also included.
The endocrine system revision notebook is completely aligned to the requirements of B2.1 in the T level Health course specification.
WHAT TOPICS ARE INCLUDED?
Definitions of endocrine system and hormones, hormone specificity, actions of specific hormones such as growth hormone, ADH, gastrin and the sex hormones.
HOW IS IT SET OUT?
The notebook comes as an editable PDF which can easily be printed out for use in the classroom or students can type directly into the text boxes. Ask your students to label diagrams and fill in text boxes about a particular aspect of the topic. Get them to test their understanding with an end of booklet quiz.
ARE THERE ANY ANSWERS INCLUDED?
A booklet including suggested answers is included with the resource to save you time. However, it is up to you how much detail you want from each of your students allowing you to differentiate with ease.
ARE THERE ANY OTHER BOOKLETS AVAILABLE?
There are currently notebooks available for the Core Science Concepts Biology component of the course – available separately or as a bundle here
You can view other resources in my shop here
Powerpoint and 5 activities on nervous system structure and nerve impulses for level 3 students. The lesson is designed for a 3 hour lesson. The lesson was devised for BTEC level 3 applied science unit 9 Human Regulation and Reproduction but would be useful for other units and awards such as A level biology.
Digestive system revision games for BTEC health and social care unit 3: anatomy and physiology
Get two games in one for this resource to make learning fun for the digestive system.
Digestive system dominoes includes 10 domino cards which include a question on the right and an answer to a different question on the right. Students must match question to answer to create a circle of dominoes. This game can be played by pairs or individuals. Alternatively, you can give one card to each student in a group of 10 cards and ask them to line themselves up in order.
Enzyme sorting game includes pictures of the three main areas of digestion within the digestive system and enzymes to cut out and place on the pictures depending on where that enzyme is active. Then students need to pair up the enzyme with the substrate and products of the digestion.
These games can be used as plenaries or as revision games after several weeks.
If you would like more revision games on the digestive system, why not try the specialist subject quiz 2 which includes the digestive system and 4 other topics.
If you would like more revision games for this unit, why not try the anatomy and physiology revision game bundle which includes different games for each of the different topics for this unit.
Help students understand and remember the topic with this illustrated revision notebook. Students have to understand a topic in order to put it in their own words but often struggle to know what to focus on. This notebook combines the two with spaces for students to write their own notes about specific aspects of the topic. This notebook could also be used for revision.
This resource includes:
A 15 page editable PDF for double science biology which can also be printed if needed.
A 21 page editable PDF for triple science including the original pages and 6 extra for monoclonal antibodies and plant diseases.
Both booklets are also available as a self-test booklets with both the blank pages to complete and completed pages at the back with link buttons between the two.
Help your students achieve excellent exam results with this 18-page illustrated revision workbook for L05 of unit 4 (Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care) Cambridge Technicals level 3 Health and Social Care – Control and regulation, malfunctions and their impact on individuals.
The notebook includes carefully selected pictures and diagrams enabling your students to visualise the concepts aiding their understanding and ability to revise sufficiently. It covers all the requirements of the specification giving you confidence that they will have all the notes they need.
The notebook comes as an editable PDF so you can print it out for use or have them fill it in online even if they are not in a classroom with you. You can also choose what to use it for. It can be used to enable your students to write detailed notes in their own words while they are learning the topic or it can be used after the content has been taught as a revision aid.
The test your knowledge section at the end enables you to check and quickly correct any misconceptions that students may have developed ensuring a more thorough understanding of the topic.
A completed version of the notebook is included allowing you access to the answers allowing you time to spend on more important aspects of your work.
Other revision notebooks currently available for this unit:
• Cardiovascular system
• Respiratory system
• Digestive system
Designed for Further Science Concepts for T-level Health and Healthcare Science (B2.5).
This illustrated revision notebook consists of 10 pages of detail about the digestive system as required by the course specification. It includes high quality illustrations and diagrams to help students visualise the structures and processes involved. The resource includes an editable PDF for students to write their own notes either as part of their revision or when learning the topic for the first time. Suggested answers (possibly in more detail than is needed) are also included.
WHAT TOPICS ARE INCLUDED?
• Structure of the digestive system
• Function of the components of the digestive system
• Structure of the digestive tract wall
• Location and products of specific glands of the digestive system
• Mechanical digestion
• Chemical digestion including location and action of specific enzymes
• Role of microorganisms
HOW IS IT SET OUT?
The notebook comes as an editable PDF which can easily be printed out for use in the classroom or students can type directly into the text boxes. Ask your students to label diagrams and fill in text boxes about a particular aspect of the topic. Get them to test their understanding with an end of booklet quiz.
ARE THERE ANY ANSWERS INCLUDED?
A booklet including suggested answers is included with the resource to save you time. However, it is up to you how much detail you want from each of your students allowing you to differentiate with ease.
ARE THERE ANY OTHER BOOKLETS AVAILABLE?
There are currently notebooks available for the Core Science Concepts Biology component of the course – available separately or as a bundle. Other books in the B2 body systems series are also available from my shop.
A3 worksheet on nephron counter current multiplier effect including effect of ADH on permeability. Specifically designed for BTEC level 3 Applied Science unit 9: Human Regulation and Reproduction. Includes questions on each section of process.
Presentation and accompanying worksheet on nerve impulses. Aimed at BTEC level 3 Applied Science units 1 and 9 but would suit A level biology. Emphasis on the movement of sodium and potassium ions and the role of ion gates and sodium potassium pump.
Set of 35 activities - one for each lesson designed to be completed independently by the student before the lesson. For BTEC L3 Health and Social Care unit 2 - Working in Health and Social Care. A range of research based activities.
This anatomy and physiology game is aimed at BTEC level 3 Nationals in Health and Social Care unit 3 to aid revision prior to the exam. It consists of a board game with 400 questions which cover every aspect of the unit. The questions come as question cards with the question on one side and the answer on the other (you will need to print it double sided for this to work). The question cards can be used as part of a game with 2-6 players or they could be used as flashcards for just one student to test themselves. In addition, the questions are also available with question next to answer so they can be used to generate smaller anatomy and physiology practice games. Two different game boards have been included.
Renal system mastery game for BTEC level 3 health and social care unit 3: anatomy and physiology
Make learning appear effortless with this mastery game for the renal system which focuses on structure and function of the renal system. There are several ways to play the game including both individual and team games.
Students can play individually by laying the 16 cards face down in 4 rows of 4. They must start from the top right and define and locate the key term on the card. If they get the answer correct, they can leave the card face up, if not they must turn it back over again. They will not be able to revisit that card until they have finished going though all the cards. How quickly can they learn all the key terms?
The game can also be played in small teams using a game board and counters. The group has a set of cards in a pile face down. Students will take it in turns for other students to ask them to define one of the key terms. If they get it right, they can move their counter one place up the mountain. If they get the answer wrong, they must make a note of the card and can study the card during the game. When all students get to base camp, they must have a last attempt to answer all the cards they could not manage earlier. The object of the game is for all students to reach the top of the mountain at the same time, so they need to help each other out.
This resource includes:
• A PDF document including 16 cards relating to the renal system. These should be printed double-sided so the key term will be on the back.
• A PDF mountain climbing board.
If you would like more questions on the renal system, why not try the specialist subject quiz 3 which includes the renal system and 4 other topics.
If you would like more revision games for this unit, why not try the anatomy and physiology revision game bundle which includes different games for each of the different topics for this unit.
Endocrine system quiz for BTEC health and social care unit 3: anatomy and physiology
Make learning fun with this team quiz on the endocrine system. There is a lot to remember about the endocrine system from the different glands, through the hormones and their actions to the disorders caused by dysfunctions of the endocrine system. This quiz includes questions on all those aspects of the endocrine system. It can be played in small groups to encourage discussion which aids learning. The quiz consists of four different rounds which an be played on the same day or used on different days as revision activities. Each round has a different quiz sheet. Teams could be given a time limit to answer as many questions of the sheet as possible before handing in their work. The quizzes can be peer marked.
The rounds include:
• Round 1 – the picture round. Students must identify endocrine glands based on structure and location. There are 8 glands to identify.
• Round 2 – the gland round. There are 10 questions relating to which gland produces a specific hormone.
• Round 3 – the hormone round. Another 10 questions on the actions of specific hormones.
• Round 4 – the disorders. There are 6 questions on disorders of the endocrine system.
The resource includes:
• PDF document including all four rounds.
• PDF answer sheet.
If you would like more questions on the endocrine system, why not try the specialist subject quiz 3 which includes questions on the endocrine system and 4 other systems.
If you would like more revision games for this unit, why not try the anatomy and physiology revision game bundle which includes different games for each of the different topics for this unit.
Skeletal and muscular system matching pairs for BTEC level 3 health and social care unit 3: anatomy and physiology
Both the muscular system and the skeletal system include a lot of specific muscles or bones to learn the location and names for. Students can find this quite challenging. These two games include pictures of the required bones and muscles with separate key terms so students can match the name of muscle or bone with the picture. This game can be done in teams against the clock to add an element of fun competition.
This resource includes:
• PDF with skeletal system pictures and names of bones including 27 pictures to match with the names.
• PDF skeletal system matching pairs answer sheet.
• PDF with the muscular system matching pairs with 15 pictures to match with the names.
• PDF muscular system matching pairs answer sheet.
If you would like a revision game that focuses more on processes, why not try the specialist subject quiz 2 which includes questions on both the muscular and skeletal systems.
If you would like more revision games for this unit, why not try the anatomy and physiology revision game bundle which includes different games for each of the different topics for this unit.
For BTEC level 3 Health and Social Care unit 3: Anatomy and Physiology
This 11-page illustrated notebook on the cardiovascular system is available in both printable and editable PDF to allow for choice and comes with a completed version.
Research has proven that students learn best when notes are written in their own words. This is partly because students have to think more clearly about the topic when they have to put it into words whichthey would not do if they copy from a PowerPoint. It is also because they are more likely to understand it later if it is in their own words. This notebook encourages students to write their own notes whilst guiding them on what to write the notes about.
It is designed to be used alongside other learning activities about the topic. It can also be used as a revision aid where students can try to complete the pages from memory.
Biology is a subject that benefits from a good imagination in order to visualise the structures and processes involved. The high quality illustrations used in this notebook enable students to develop good visualisations to help them learn.
The cardiovascular system notebook includes:
Functions and gross stucture of the cardiovascular system
Details of pulmonary and systemic circulations
Heart to label
Details of which substances are exchanged between cells and blood
Diagram of heart to label the valves
Details of the cardiac cycle
Details of control of heart beat including diagram to label and role of nervous system
Structure of blood
Structure and functions of the different blood vessels including how the structure enables the function
Disorders of the cardiovascular system
A test your knowledge page at the end.
For BTEC level 3 Health and Social Care unit 3: Anatomy and Physiology
This 8-page illustrated notebook on the skeletal system is available in both printable and editable PDF to allow for choice and comes with a completed version.
Research has proven that students learn best when notes are written in their own words. This is partly because students have to think more clearly about the topic when they have to put it into words whichthey would not do if they copy from a PowerPoint. It is also because they are more likely to understand it later if it is in their own words. This notebook encourages students to write their own notes whilst guiding them on what to write the notes about.
It is designed to be used alongside other learning activities about the topic. It can also be used as a revision aid where students can try to complete the pages from memory.
Biology is a subject that benefits from a good imagination in order to visualise the structures and processes involved. The high quality illustrations used in this notebook enable students to develop good visualisations to help them learn.
The skeletal system notebook includes:
Diagram of the skeleton to label
Details of the different types of bone including examples
Details of the different functions of the skeletal system
Structure and function of cartilage
Types of joint
Diagram of a synovial joint to label
Details of the different types of movement
Disorders of the skeletal system
A test your knowledge page at the end.
Reproductive system bingo for BTEC level 3 health and social care unit 3: Anatomy and Physiology.
Students learn best when you make learning fun. I have always found that bingo is a firm favourite of students no matter which level of learning they are at. I usually have a box of prizes for the winner of the line and the full house to choose from for added motivation. The reproductive system includes a lot of new and complicated key terms which students can find difficult to learn and remember. This bingo game includes 20 of these key terms with 30 unique bingo cards to ensure you have enough for your class. By asking questions rather than just reading out the key term, students must first answer the question correctly before they can determine whether that key term is on their bingo card. This game can also be played in pairs and small groups to encourage discussion about the question enabling deeper learning.
This resource includes:
• PDF bingo cards with two cards per sheet.
• PDF question sheet with tick box so you can tick off which questions you have asked.
The resource can be used at the beginning or end of a lesson and will probably take about 15-20 minutes to complete.
If you would like to test your students’ understanding of the processes relating to reproduction, why not try the reproductive maze game which includes 43 questions on the reproductive system.
Enjoyed bingo? Homeostasis bingo is also available.
If you would like more revision games to make learning fun, why not try the Anatomy and Physiology revision game bundle.
Nervous system catchphrase for BTEC level 3 health and social care unit 3: Anatomy and Physiology
Make learning fun by using this revision game incorporating 20 questions on nervous system structure and function. Students enjoy playing catchphrase and are familiar with the rules of the game. Students can work in teams to earn points by answering questions correctly. You can allocate one point per correct answer and three points for guessing what the picture is showing. This will ensure students answer all the questions rather than the game being over as soon as the picture has been guessed correctly. Teams can win on points even if they do not guess the picture. The picture also ensures that students can identify structures from pictures which is a key skill in the exam. The game allows number tile to be reset if a student does not answer a question correctly. The same question can then be answered by other students later.
This resource includes:
• A PowerPoint including the picture slide which will be gradually uncovered as students answer questions correctly. Each number tile is a link to a specific question.
• A PDF answer sheet
The game is designed to be played at the end of the topic and will take about 15 minutes to complete.
If you like this game, why not try the Anatomy and Physiology revision game bundle which includes different games for each main topic of the unit.
Exit ticket to allow students to summarise their learning on prokaryotes and eukaryotes. Aimed at GCSE biology AQA. This resource could easily be adapted for other lessons on cells.
If you like this resource, why not try my lesson on prokaryotes and eukaryotes available here:
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12497254