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With over 8 years of teaching experience, I am dedicated to crafting engaging worksheets and activities that will inspire and empower students in their science education journey. Whether you're a teacher looking for resources to enhance your classroom experience or a student seeking to deepen your understanding of scientific concepts, you've come to the right place. Simple Science is all about making learning fun and accessible that meets the needs for all students in your classroom.

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With over 8 years of teaching experience, I am dedicated to crafting engaging worksheets and activities that will inspire and empower students in their science education journey. Whether you're a teacher looking for resources to enhance your classroom experience or a student seeking to deepen your understanding of scientific concepts, you've come to the right place. Simple Science is all about making learning fun and accessible that meets the needs for all students in your classroom.
Edexcel GCSE Science Exam Bookmarks
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Edexcel GCSE Science Exam Bookmarks

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This resource contains 6 (combined and triple) bookmarks for all 3 sciences for the Edexcel GCSE science exams. Each bookmark contains: Length of exam Topics included in each exam Required praticals Revision techniques Revision websites Command words YouTube revision channels These can be printed and placed into student books.
Microbiology (Aseptic Technique)  Required Practical Mat - AQA GCSE Triple  Biology
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Microbiology (Aseptic Technique) Required Practical Mat - AQA GCSE Triple Biology

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This resource contains 1 revision mat for the microbiology required practical in the Biology section of the new AQA Triple Science paper 1. Answers to the revision mat are also included. It contain questions about methodology, scientific enquiry and analysis of results. These can be given after teaching the required practical, homework or at the end of year 11 for revision before their exams. We have worksheets for the following required practicals: Biology Practicals Microscopy Microbiology – Triple Food Tests Required Practical Enzymes Photosynthesis Reaction Time Plant Responses – Triple Decomposition – Triple Quadrats Transects Chemistry Practicals Making Salts Electrolysis Temperature Changes Rates of Reaction Chromatography Water Purification Triple practicals will be added soon. Physics Practicals Specific Heat Capacity Thermal Insulation – Triple Resistance I-V Characteristics Density Force and Extension Acceleration Waves Light – Triple Radiation and Absorption Please rate and review this resource. Thank you!
The Digestive System and Enzymes  Revision Mats - AQA Combined Biology GCSE
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The Digestive System and Enzymes Revision Mats - AQA Combined Biology GCSE

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Two revision mats for AQA combined Biology specification. This revision mat includes, diagrams, exam questions and lots of different style questions using the AQA specification. Answers are also included. Topics include: Organs of the Human Digestive System Food Tests Enzymes Please take some time to review this resource. Thank you! Other resources and revision mats can be found in my shop by clicking the following link: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/cal-w11
Home Learning - AQA GCSE Combined Science Biology Revision Mat Bundle Paper 1
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Home Learning - AQA GCSE Combined Science Biology Revision Mat Bundle Paper 1

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This bundle contains 24 revision mats for AQA GCSE combined science specification. Revision mats are for the following topics: Cell Biology Organisation Infection and Response Bioenergetics Boxes in red indicate that the knowledge they require is of the higher ability. Each mat contains many different styled questions, graphs, diagrams, activities and many more. Included are 12 revision question grids for each topic that students can use at home or in class. Please could you find the time to review this resource. Thank you!
NEW GCSE AQA Science Required Practical Booklets 9-1
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NEW GCSE AQA Science Required Practical Booklets 9-1

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These student friendly handbooks are for the NEW AQA (9-1) Chemistry GCSE . These follow a similar layout and pattern I have used for the free revision and paid revision mats from my shop. All required practicals from each science has 2 booklets for each exam for AQA. Samples of the booklets can be found using the following link: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/sample-new-aqa-science-required-practical-handbook-9-1-11945258 These include a how to guide for each practical, practical information and questions regarding the methods and techniques used in each practical. There is also graph paper included in this booklet. References for the ‘working scientifically’, ‘mathematical skills’ and ‘apparatus and techniques’ requirements for each practical. Biology: Paper 1 booklet: Microscopy Microbiology (Biology) Osmosis Food Tests Enzymes Photosynthesis Paper 2 booklet: Reaction Time Plant Responses (Biology) Field Investigation (Quadrats) Field Investigation (Transects) Decay (Biology) Chemistry: Paper 1 booklet: Making Salts Neutralisation (Chemistry Electrolysis Temperature Change Paper 2 booklet: Rates of Reaction Chromatography Identifying Ions (Chemistry) Water Purification Physics: Paper 1 booklet: Specific Heat Capacity Thermal Insulation (Physics) Resistance I-V Characteristics Density Paper 2 booklet: Force and Extension Acceleration Waves Light (Physics) Radiation and Absorption I have not included exam questions for copyright reasons, so exam questions would make this booklet even better (use exampro for this). Hope these booklets are useful and please edit as much as you like to fit your need.
Home Learning Revision -  Human Defences, Vaccines and Drug Trialling - AQA Trilogy (Biology)
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Home Learning Revision - Human Defences, Vaccines and Drug Trialling - AQA Trilogy (Biology)

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A revision mat for the new AQA Biology specification. This revision mat includes, diagrams, exam questions (graphs) and lots of different style questions using the AQA specification. This can also be used as home learning for students if they are requested to isolate for two weeks. Topics include: 4.3.1.6 The Human Defences 4.3.1.7 Vaccination 4.3.1.8 Antibiotics and Painkillers 4.3.1.9 Discovery and Development of Drugs Students have commented saying that this resource has helped them with their understanding of the new AQA specification and have given them confidence. Other resources and revision mats can be found in my shop by clicking the following link: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/cal-w11 ANSWERS WILL BE UPLOADED SHORTLY!
AQA GCSE Science P1 & P2 (Combined & Triple) 2025 Predictions
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AQA GCSE Science P1 & P2 (Combined & Triple) 2025 Predictions

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Are you ready to prepare your student for the 2025 GCSE Science exams with confidence? Introducing our ultimate resource for exam prediction success! Want to make your own predictions for the 2025 GCSE Science (combined and triple) exam series, but feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of past exam papers to review? Say goodbye to exam stress with our comprehensive breakdown of GCSE Science exams spanning from 2020 to 2024. We’ve done the heavy lifting for you, meticulously analyzing each exam to identify recurring topics and their significance. Our unique system assigns each topic a numerical rating, providing insight into its frequency and importance: 1 = Included but with minor emphasis 2 = Some questions touch upon this content 3 = Significant focus on this topic 4 = Heavy emphasis, with questions predominantly centered around it Armed with this invaluable resource, you’ll gain a clear understanding of which topics are likely to appear in the 2025 exam series. Say hello to exam preparedness and goodbye to last-minute cramming! Find our individual resources here: GCSE Biology 2025 GCSE Chemistry 2025 GCSE Physics 2025
The Eye (Triple) - GCSE Biology Worksheets
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The Eye (Triple) - GCSE Biology Worksheets

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This resource contains two worksheets that can be used in class or as homework to enable your students practice what they have learnt in the classroom. This pack includes: Structure of the Eye Changes to the Pupil Accommodation Problems with the Eye We have worksheets for the following topics in Biology Paper 2: Homeostasis and Response Homeostasis and The Nervous system The Brain and Body Temperature – Triple The Eye – Triple Endocrine System and Negative Feedback Blood Glucose and Diabetes The Human Kidneys and Water Balance – Triple Secondary Characteristics and The Menstrual Cycle Contraception and IVF Plant Hormones and Uses – Triple Inheritance, Variation and Evolution Asexual and Sexual Reproduction and DNA DNA structure, Protein Synthesis and Mutations – Triple Genetic Terminology and Punnet Squares Inherited Disorders and Sex Determination Variation, Selective Breeding and Genetic Engineering Evolution, Fossils, Extinction and Antibiotic Resistance Cloning – Triple Theory of Evolution and Speciation – Triple The Understanding of Genetics: Mendel – Triple Evolutionary Trees and Classification Ecology Biotic and Abiotic Factors, Adaptations, and Interdependence Levels of Organisation and Carbon & Water Cycles Biodiversity and Human Interactions Trophic Levels and Pyramids of Biomass – Triple Transfer of Biomass – Triple Food Security, Farming and Sustainable Fishing – Triple Please rate and review this resource. Thank you!
Home Learning Revision -  Plant Tissues, Organs and Systems - AQA GCSE Biology
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Home Learning Revision - Plant Tissues, Organs and Systems - AQA GCSE Biology

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UPDATED A revision mat for the new AQA Biology specification (foundation). This revision mat includes, diagrams, exam questions (graphs) and lots of different style questions using the AQA specification. Includes answers. This can also be used as home learning for students if they are requested to isolate for two weeks. Topics include: Plant Tissues Plant Organ System Students have commented saying that this resource has helped them with their understanding of the new AQA specification and have given them confidence. Other resources and revision mats can be found in my shop by clicking the following link: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/cal-w11
Home Learning Revision -  Hormonal Coordination (Negative Feedback) -  AQA Trilogy Higher (Biology)
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Home Learning Revision - Hormonal Coordination (Negative Feedback) - AQA Trilogy Higher (Biology)

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A revision mat for the new AQA Biology specification including answers. This revision mat includes, diagrams, exam questions (graphs) and lots of different style questions using the AQA specification. This resource is great as homework or end of topic revision. Higher content is in red boxes. This can also be used as home learning for students if they are requested to isolate for two weeks. Topics include: 4.5.3.6 - Negative Feedback (Higher) Students have commented saying that this resource has helped them with their understanding of the new AQA specification and have given them confidence
Plant Tissues and Organs - GCSE Biology Worksheets
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Plant Tissues and Organs - GCSE Biology Worksheets

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This resource contains 3 worksheets that can be used in class or as homework to enable your students to practice what they have learnt in the classroom. The diagrams are simple to aid students to visually see what may come up in their upcoming GCSE exams. These resources could used to check prior learning for your students so you can plan accordingly for future lessons. This pack includes: Plant Tissues Root Hair Cells, Xylem and Phloem Transpiration All worksheets include answers that can be edited for your own slides. Please take a small amount of time to review this resource to let other buyers know your thought about these worksheets. We have worksheets for the following topics in Biology Paper 1: Cell Biology Cell Structure and Specialised Cell Microscopy Microscopy Required Practical Culturing Microorganisms – Triple Microbiology Required Practical – Triple Cell Division and Stem Cells Diffusion, Osmosis and Active Transport Osmosis Required Practical Organisation Organisation and The Digestive System Food Tests Required Practical Enzymes and Enzyme Activity Enzymes Required Practical The Circulatory System and Heart Disease The Respiratory system Plant Tissues and Organs Infection and Response Pathogens and Human Defences Vaccines, Antibiotics and Drug Development Monoclonal Antibodies – Triple Plant Diseases Detection and Defences – Triple Bioenergetics Photosynthesis Photosynthesis Required Practical Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration Exercise and Metabolism Thank you!
Home Learning Revision -  Inheritance, Disorders & Sex Determination - AQA Sci Trilogy (Biology)
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Home Learning Revision - Inheritance, Disorders & Sex Determination - AQA Sci Trilogy (Biology)

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A revision mat for the new AQA Biology specification including answers. This revision mat includes, diagrams, lots of different style questions using the AQA specification. This resource is great as homework or end of topic revision. Higher content is in red boxes. This can also be used as home learning for students if they are requested to isolate for two weeks. Topics include: 4.6.1.4 - Genetic Inheritance 4.6.1.5 - Inherited Disorders 4.6.1.6 - Sex Determination Students have commented saying that this resource has helped them with their understanding of the new AQA specification and have given them confidence. Other resources and revision mats can be found in my shop by clicking the following link: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/cal-w11
The Brain and Body Temperature (Triple) - GCSE Biology Worksheets
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The Brain and Body Temperature (Triple) - GCSE Biology Worksheets

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This resource contains 2 worksheets that can be used in class or as homework to enable your students practice what they have learnt in the classroom. This pack includes: The Brain Control of Body Temperature We have worksheets for the following topics in Biology Paper 2: Homeostasis and Response Homeostasis and The Nervous system The Brain and Body Temperature – Triple The Eye – Triple Endocrine System and Negative Feedback Blood Glucose and Diabetes The Human Kidneys and Water Balance – Triple Secondary Characteristics and The Menstrual Cycle Contraception and IVF Plant Hormones and Uses – Triple Inheritance, Variation and Evolution Asexual and Sexual Reproduction and DNA DNA structure, Protein Synthesis and Mutations – Triple Genetic Terminology and Punnet Squares Inherited Disorders and Sex Determination Variation, Selective Breeding and Genetic Engineering Evolution, Fossils, Extinction and Antibiotic Resistance Cloning – Triple Theory of Evolution and Speciation – Triple The Understanding of Genetics: Mendel – Triple Evolutionary Trees and Classification Ecology Biotic and Abiotic Factors, Adaptations, and Interdependence Levels of Organisation and Carbon & Water Cycles Biodiversity and Human Interactions Trophic Levels and Pyramids of Biomass – Triple Transfer of Biomass – Triple Food Security, Farming and Sustainable Fishing – Triple Please rate and review this resource. Thank you!
Dissection Club
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Dissection Club

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Just a few resources I put together for three weeks worth of dissection club. Including: Heart Lungs Eyes
AQA GCSE Science Exam Bookmarks
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AQA GCSE Science Exam Bookmarks

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This resource contains 6 (combined and triple) bookmarks for all 3 sciences for the AQA GCSE science exams. Each bookmark contains: Length of exam Topics included in each exam Required praticals Revision techniques Revision websites Command words YouTube revision channels These can be printed and placed into student books.
WJEC GCSE Science Exam Bookmarks
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WJEC GCSE Science Exam Bookmarks

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This resource contains 6 (combined and triple) bookmarks for all 3 sciences for the WJEC GCSE science exams. Each bookmark contains: Length of exam Topics included in each exam Required praticals Revision techniques Revision websites Command words YouTube revision channels These can be printed and placed into student books.
GCSE Biology - Cell Biology Revision Question Grids
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GCSE Biology - Cell Biology Revision Question Grids

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This resource contains 3 revision question grids that can be used with students as part of their revision lessons for the cell biology topic. Students will be using answer squares and placing them on an answer grid that can be used repeatedly. This is more focused on recalling information and would be great to use just before an exam so students can gain confidence in knowing the knowledge needed to gain marks on questions. There are instruction slides available, so you know exactly how to use this revision resource with your students, including answer slides. Please find time to review this resource to let the rest of the TES community see what they will be using. Thank you!
GCSE Biology - Homeostasis and Response Revision Question Grids
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GCSE Biology - Homeostasis and Response Revision Question Grids

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This resource contains 3 revision question grids that can be used with students as part of their revision lessons for the homeostasis and response topic. Students will be using answer squares and placing them on an answer grid that can be used repeatedly. This is more focused on recalling information and would be great to use just before an exam so students can gain confidence in knowing the knowledge needed to gain marks on questions. There are instruction slides available, so you know exactly how to use this revision resource with your students, including answer slides. Does not include IVF and negative feedback. Please find time to review this resource to let the rest of the TES community see what they will be using. Thank you!
'Think and Link' GCSE Revision Template
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'Think and Link' GCSE Revision Template

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Do you find your students never seem to the see the link between different topic in science? Do they struggle to understand that what they learn for each paper can be used in multiple different questions? Our resource will help your students understand the links between different topics for paper Biology, while increasing the recall of their knowledge. This is a template for the version we sell on our shop and found in the bundles. Think - Students write down what they can remember about that particular piece of content they are given. Link - Students will then try to form a link between the two areas such as the example provided. This resource is very simple to use and can be used time and time again. If you found this resource useful, please provide a small review. Thank you!
Transects (Field Investigations) Required Practical Mat - AQA GCSE Biology
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Transects (Field Investigations) Required Practical Mat - AQA GCSE Biology

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This resource contains 1 revision mat for the transects (field investigations) required practical in the Biology section of the new AQA Science Trilogy paper 2. Answers to the revision mat are also included. It contain questions about methodology, scientific enquiry and analysis of results. These can be given after teaching the required practical, homework or at the end of year 11 for revision before their exams. We have worksheets for the following required practicals: Biology Practicals Microscopy Microbiology – Triple Food Tests Required Practical Enzymes Photosynthesis Reaction Time Plant Responses – Triple Decomposition – Triple Quadrats Transects Chemistry Practicals Making Salts Electrolysis Temperature Changes Rates of Reaction Chromatography Water Purification Triple practicals will be added soon. Physics Practicals Specific Heat Capacity Thermal Insulation – Triple Resistance I-V Characteristics Density Force and Extension Acceleration Waves Light – Triple Radiation and Absorption Please rate and review this resource. Thank you!