A powerpoint for AQA AS level unit 4 Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms (3.4.5 Species and taxonomy). Starter is getting students to think about differences and similarities between similar organisms, attempting to get them to think what defines a species. Gives an explanation on the binomial system, defining a species and how courtship behaviour is important for the survival of a species. Includes definitions of key words throughout. Mini research task to get students to find the binomial names from common names of organisms (Internet is required for this) There are also exam questions based on the lesson including definitions, explaining why courtship behaviour is necessary and using knowledge to explain how you can find out if two organisms are of the same species. Both worksheets come with answers at the bottom.

A powerpoint for AQA AS level unit 4 Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms (3.4.5 Species and taxonomy). Starter is getting students to think about how we classify organisms by getting them to sort cards into categories. No wrong answers! Gives an explanation on phylogenetics, taxonomy and hierarchy. There is a mini question sheet with easier questions to get the students used to the content before moving onto exam questions. Answers are on the powerpoint. There are also exam questions based on the lesson including definitions and using knowledge of taxonomic ranks to fill in tables and diagrams. Exam question worksheet comes with answers at the bottom.

A powerpoint for the first lesson of the AQA A level unit 8.1 Alteration of the sequence of bases in DNA can alter the structure of proteins. Includes five worksheets; one starter based on AS level knowledge, codons and mutations questions, exam questions, and two worksheets that have been made from the AQA textbook summary questions. The answers for all worksheets are on the worksheets. Powerpoint goes through the definitions for all types of mutations, explanations of how the mutations effect proteins and mutagenic agents.

A revision mat for AQA Biology 2018 SOW. This revision mat DOES NOT contain any questions on higher or Biology only material. This makes a concise revision sheet for hormones including questions on the endocrine system, locations and functions of different hormones, menstrual cycle hormones, puberty, diabetes and contraception. The revision mat is two pages of A4 that can be printed back to back and has an additional revision mat with the answers completed. Also comes with a PDF copy.

Revision mat for unit 2 AS level biology "Cell Structure". Includes questions on centrifugation, cell organelles, eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells, adaptations to functions, microscopes and viruses. This is a two page revision mat that can be printed double sided. Includes answers to all questions in the same document.

A powerpoint for the second lesson of the AQA AS level unit 2 Cells. Starter is identifying electron micrograph images.Includes three slides recapping GCSE level specialised cells (red blood cell, root hair cell and palisade cell). Main task is a research task for the students on their phones/laptops but students have to use their knowledge to link functions to adaptations. There are questions for the groups after they have presented with the answers in the notes of the slide. There are slides to guide students through an exam question for adaptations. Theres a worksheet for an exam question. Answers for the worksheet are on the powerpoint.

A powerpoint for the second lesson of the AQA AS level unit 2 Cells arise from other cells. Includes two worksheets, one for a starter card sort and a worksheet with exam questions. The card sort is already matched up. Answers for the exam questions are on the sheet as well as on the powerpoint. Powerpoint goes through the stages of mitosis and what happens at each stage to result in genetically identical cells. It also includes information on the importance of spindle fibres and centromeres.

*The image preview for the word version is not working correctly, however opening it the document appears normal, but I have also added a PDF version for ease of mind* A revision mat for AQA Biology 2018 SOW. This makes a concise revision sheet for the heart and blood. It includes questions on heart structure, blood vessels, blood components, CHD, pacemakers and artificial valves. The revision mat is two pages of A4 that can be printed back to back and has an additional revision mat with the answers completed.

Command words for answering exam questions in AQA Biology A level. Taken from the AQA website and put into a table to condense it. I give this to my year 12/13 students to help them to understand what the question is fully asking and to get more marks.

Subject specific language taken from the AQA website for A level Biology. I give this to my year 12/13 students to help them with their required practicals.

A powerpoint for AQA AS level unit 4 Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms (3.4.6 Biodiversity within a community). Starter is assessing prior knowledge/previous learning of key words (biodiversity, species, ecosystem and habitat). Gives an explanation and walkthrough on how to calculate index of diversity and why it is necessary. Includes definitions of key words throughout. Main task is a worksheet for the students to practice calculating index of diversity. The worksheet comes with answers at the bottom. There are also exam questions based on the lesson including definitions, explaining why the index of diversity is necessary and describing what is needed to calculate the index of diversity. The worksheet comes with answers at the bottom.

A powerpoint for the seventh lesson of the AQA AS level unit 2 Cells. Includes two worksheets, one for creating a storyboard for cell fractionation and a worksheet with exam questions. Answers for the exam question worksheet are on the powerpoint and on the worksheet itself. Goes through the steps of cell fractionation, including the specificity of buffers and the order of the organelles when being spun faster.

Revision mat for unit 2.3 AS level biology “Transport across cell membranes”. Includes questions on diffusion, facilitative diffusion, osmosis, active transport, co-transport and the plasma membrane. This is a single side A3 page revision mat that includes answers to all questions in the same document.

Revision mat for unit 2.3 AS level biology “Cell recognition and the immune system". Includes questions HIV, T and B lmyphocytes, phagocytosis, antigens, antibodies, ELISA and vaccination. This is a single side A3 page revision mat that includes answers to all questions in the same document.

Can be put onto a powerpoint or printed for a game of taboo, great for revision! The idea being the student needs to describe the word at the top of the card without using the words on the bullet points.

Can be put onto a powerpoint or printed for a game of taboo, great for revision!The idea being the student needs to describe the word at the top of the card without using the words on the bullet points.

Can be put onto a powerpoint or printed for a game of taboo, great for revision! The idea being the student needs to describe the word at the top of the card without using the words on the bullet points.

A revision mat for AQA Biology 2018 SOW. This makes a concise revision sheet for the digestive system and the enzymes in the digestive system. It includes questions on digestive system anatomy, the functions of organs, food tests, bile and enzymes of the digestive system. The revision mat is two pages of A4 that can be printed back to back and has an additional revision mat with the answers completed. Also comes with a PDF copy.

A powerpoint for the first lesson of the AQA AS level unit 1 Biological molecules. Includes one worksheet with exam questions. Answers for the exam questions are on the sheet as well as on the powerpoint. Also includes a sheet needed for a questioning task on the powerpoint. Powerpoint goes through the definitions for monomers and polymers, examples of polymers and their monomers, and condensation and hydrolysis reactions.