Taxonomy for GCSE and A Level Biology. PowerPoint Presentation with activities This resource gives an introduction to taxonomy including naming rules, and examples. It also provides a slide which includes examples of kingdoms, phylums, classes and orders. Includes mammal, bird and reptile orders to facilitate the completion of 9 fill in the blank taxonomy tasks for students.

Includes essential points needed on enzymes for A Level Biology. Includes 24 slides crammed with information which covers: Key terms and concepts and labelling of main stages of an enzymatic reaction An example of an enzyme reaction involving catalase. Two models of enzyme action. Enzyme technology: The use of enzymes in manufacturing sweets. Using enzymes from bacteria and fungi. Immmobilised enzymes. Examples of Industrial enzymes and their roles in industry. Pectinases. Proteases. Lactase.

A work booklet of ten pages suitable for GCSE and A Level Biology which includes: Transcription and translation fill in the blank activities. Inheritance - Key word list to complete Monohybrid inheritance crosses to complete including: Mendel's peas (colour and shape), co-dominance (blood groups), sex determination, haemophilia and colour blindness, as well as additional extension questions.

A detailed presentation suitable for A Level Biology - Osmoregulation. Contains 19 slides which cover: The role of ADH The structure of ADH A diagram of a cross section of the brain. A detailed diagram of the hypothalamus and posterior pituitary. Details of aquaporin channels of the kidneys. Control of ADH secretion Urine production Osmoreceptors.

This PowerPoint presentation includes 40 slides covering the anatomy of neurones and synapses as well as the differences between the CNS and PNS, the Somatic Nervous System and Autonomic Nervous System, as well as the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous System. There is a detailed look at the three types of nerve cells as well as cross sectional diagrams of the neurone and myelin sheath, as well as details on the reflex arc. The hormone section includes the three major groups of hormones and target organs. Detailed diagrams are provided for amine and peptide hormones as well as steroids.

Genetics and Inheritance Booklet suitable for A Level Biology and similar courses. Contains 50 pages pf student activities including: The Structure of DNA and RNA Practical: Modelling of DNA Semi-conservative Replication of DNA Practical: DNA extraction from strawberries Protein Synthesis: Transcription and Translation Meiosis and Mendel’s laws of inheritance Monohybrid Inheritance and punnet squares Dihybrid Inheritance and punnet squares Interpreting patterns of inheritance using Chi squared Co-dominance Sex linked inheritance

This PowerPoint contains 14 PowerPoint slides with the aim: 'To formulate a method of extracting DNA from the cells of plants or animals and to review cellular structure'. This PowerPoint contains background information on the cell membrane, phospholipids, DNA and histone proteins. It also covers the role of soap, papain and alcohol in the role of DNA extraction.

This PowerPoint presentation includes background on Bread and Cheese production and the enzymes involved. It provides ideas for students to take out to investigate factors which may affect bread production and looks at the role of Vitamin C and enzymes in bread production and the difference between white and wholemeal bread. This PowerPoint also looks at the role of rennet in cheese production.

This PowerPoint contains 19 slides which cover James Lovelock's Gaia Hypothesis and an overview of Daisy world, including questions for students.

This presentation includes 16 slides which cover: - The 5 biological kingdoms, - Classification - The adaptations of invertebrates, fish, amphibians and bees as pollinators,

This PowerPoint presentation includes 35 slides which cover: Defining key terms Designing your own food chain Understanding the concept of food web Producing pyramids of numbers Indicator species of air and water pollution How to create dichotomous keys

This resource contains 7 pages of revision questions, followed by the answers to cover Transcription and Translation, amino acid sequences and mutations for A Level Biology students and similar courses.

Contains presentations and activities covering: 1. Classification and Ecosystems This presentation includes 16 slides which cover: - The 5 biological kingdoms, - Classification - The adaptations of invertebrates, fish, amphibians and bees as pollinators 2. Evolution and speciation: Contains 84 PowerPoint slides which cover: Biodiversity: Species richness, species abundance and species diversity. Definition of a species with examples Evolution and natural selection with many examples and fill in the blanks tasks. Geographic and reproductive isolation with examples. Speciation of species of the Galapagos Islands. Alfred Wallace and the theory of Biogeography. Homologous and Analogous Structures. Evidence for evolution Effects of climate change on living organisms. 3. Taxonomy This resource gives an introduction to taxonomy including naming rules, and examples. It also provides a slide which includes examples of kingdoms, phylums, classes and orders. Includes mammal, bird and reptile orders to facilitate the completion of 9 fill in the blank taxonomy tasks for students. 4. The environment, food chains, food webs, indicator species and creating dichotomous keys. This PowerPoint presentation includes 35 slides which cover: Defining key terms Designing your own food chain Understanding the concept of food web Producing pyramids of numbers Indicator species of air and water pollution How to create dichotomous keys 5. This resource also contains a blank classification page for students to fill in the classification options with options and statements: Includes; mammals fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, echinoderms, true worms, molluscs, flatworms, jellyfish, arthropods, crustaceans, arachnids, insects, centipedes and millipedes. Best printed out on A3 Two other resources are also attached: Pictures of animals for creating a dichotomous key and pictures of British tree leaves for creating a dichotomous key.

The Nervous System and Homeostasis for A Level (and high level GCSE) - BUNDLE OF 7 RESOURCES Includes: 1. Homeostasis: Presentation with activities for GCSE Biology and A Level Biology. 63 slides which cover the following: Key terms and definitions. Thermoregulation Glucoregulation Osmoregulation. Negative feedback loops for each of the above. Details of receptors, the processing centre and effectors. Diagrams to illustrate the role of vasodilation and vasoconstriction. The role of ADH in osmoregulation. Feedback diagrams for students to complete. 2. Glucoregulation and Osmoregulation: Contains 3 pages of negative feedback loops for students to fill in, video links and questions and other activities on glucoregulation and osmoregulation. Suitable for GCSE, A Level and related courses. 3. Osmoregulation - A detailed presentation suitable for A Level Biology - Contains 19 slides which cover: The role of ADH The structure of ADH A diagram of a cross section of the brain. A detailed diagram of the hypothalamus and posterior pituitary. Details of aquaporin channels of the kidneys. Control of ADH secretion Urine production Osmoreceptors. 4. The Nervous System: Activity booklet for A Level Biology and related courses. Contains 74 pages for students to fill in covering: The Neurone, The reflex arc The Action Potential Synapses, The effect of drugs on the synapse Practice exam questions. Starts off with a recap of GCSE Level Biology, progressing onto detailed A Level resources. 5. The Nervous System PowerPoint: The neurone, reflex arc and an introduction to the effects of drugs on synapses. Focuses on labelling a neurone and reflex arc and an introduction to the effects of drugs at the synapse. Contains 70 slides including quizzes. 6. The role of drugs at synapses and the process of an action potential This resource contains 53 slides which provide questions and answers on the role of drugs at synapses and the process of an action potential. This PPT provides match up activities and links to online resources as well as colourful illustrations and graphs. 7. The Nervous System and Hormones - PowerPoint This PowerPoint presentation includes 40 slides covering the anatomy of neurones and synapses as well as the differences between the CNS and PNS, the Somatic Nervous System and Autonomic Nervous System, as well as the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous System. There is a detailed look at the three types of nerve cells as well as cross sectional diagrams of the neurone and myelin sheath, as well as details on the reflex arc. The hormone section includes the three major groups of hormones and target organs.

Suitable for A Level Biology and similar courses. 1. A Biological Molecules presentation with quizzes Contains 43 slides including quizzes. This resource covers protein, lipids and carbohydrates with an overview of each followed by two quizzes. Contains a brainstorming page that can be printed out for students to summarise their knowledge. Contains detail on types of lipids, structure and formation of molecules including condensation and hydrolysis reactions. 2. Enzymes and Enzyme technology for A Level Biology and similar courses. Includes essential points needed on enzymes for A Level Biology. Includes 24 slides crammed with information which cover: Key terms and concepts and labelling of main stages of an enzymatic reaction An example of an enzyme reaction involving catalase. Two models of enzyme action. Enzyme technology: The use of enzymes in manufacturing sweets. Using enzymes from bacteria and fungi. Immmobilised enzymes. Examples of Industrial enzymes and their roles in industry. Pectinases. Proteases. Lactase. 3. This PowerPoint presentation includes background on Bread and Cheese production and the enzymes involved. This PowerPoint provides ideas for students to take out to investigate factors which may affect bread production and looks at the role of Vitamin C and enzymes in bread production and the difference between white and wholemeal bread. This PowerPoint also looks at the role of rennet in cheese production.

5 booklets, which can be adapted for A Level and BTEC Biology courses for students to complete covering: 1. Cells This booklet contains 37 pages for students to complete including organelles, specialised cells, cell micrographs, specialised tissues, and stem cells, including tasks and activities. 2. The Digestive System This booklet contains 35 pages for students to complete including labelling of the digestive system, carbohydrates, fats and proteins, calorie intake task, enzymes, food tests and flame tests. 3. The Circulatory System This booklet includes 36 pages for students to complete including labelling of the heart, the circulatory system, composition of the blood, structure and function of different blood cells, transport of substances, measuring of the heart rate and blood pressure, fitness tests, the role of the AVN and SAN in controlling the heart. 4. The Respiratory System This booklet includes 12 pages for students to complete including labelling of the respiratory system, gas exchange and Fick's Law, adaptations of gas exchange systems, breathing in and out, diseases of the respiratory system and using a spirometer. 5. The Lymphatic system This booklet includes 15 pages for students to complete including labelling of the lymphatic system, the role of tissue fluid and different blood cells, inflammation, the main components of the blood and immunity, protection against pathogens and lines of defence.

The Digestive System This booklet contains 35 pages for students to complete including labelling of the digestive system, carbohydrates, fats and proteins, calorie intake task, enzymes, food tests and flame tests. This booklet is in word format to enable editing.

The Circulatory System This booklet includes 36 pages for students to complete including labelling of the heart, the circulatory system, composition of the blood, structure and function of different blood cells, transport of substances, measuring of the heart rate and blood pressure, fitness tests, the role of the AVN and SAN in controlling the heart. This booklet is in word format to enable editing.

The Respiratory System This booklet includes 12 pages for students to complete including labelling of the respiratory system, gas exchange and Fick's Law, adaptations of gas exchange systems, breathing in and out, diseases of the respiratory system and using a spirometer. This booklet is in word format to allow editing.

Cells This booklet contains 37 pages for students to complete including organelles, specialised cells, cell micrographs, specialised tissues, and stem cells, including tasks and activities. This booklet is in word format to enable editing,