During this fully resourced lesson on variation GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what variation is and its causes. This is the 1st lesson in a series of 7 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.2.1 Variation from B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B14.1 Variation from B14 Variation and evolution chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Level 1: Low demand Level 2: Standard demand Level 3: High demand Presentation contains (38 slides)- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria. Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Practical activity Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. Variation Distance learning (GCSE) If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com

During this lesson (B1.7 Osmosis) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the process of osmosis and its importance in animal cells. Based on the 7th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B1: Cell structure and transport chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (25 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.

During this lesson (B4.2 The blood vessels) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how blood flows around the body. Based on the 2nd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B4: Organising animals and plants chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (32 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com

During this fully resourced lesson on types of reproduction GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the main differences between asexual and sexual reproduction. This is the 1st lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.1 Sexual and asexual reproduction from B6 Reproduction unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.1 Types of reproduction from B13 Reproduction chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Level 1: Low demand Level 2: Standard demand Level 3: High demand Presentation contains (29 slides)- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. Types of reproduction Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com

Evidence for evolution is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of how fossils provide evidence for the theory of evolution through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 5th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.6.3.5 Evidence for evolution- fossils lesson (B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B15.5 Evidence for evolution lesson (B15 Genetics and evolution chapter). The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Presentation contains (31 slides)- ● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions. ● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson. ● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding. ● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning. ● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking. ● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels. ● Level 1: Low demand ● Level 2: Standard demand ● Level 3: High demand If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

During this lesson (B5-11 Plant defence responses) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the variety of mechanisms plants use to defend themselves. Based on the 11th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B5: Communicable diseases chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (28 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.

During this fully resourced lesson on evolution GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how evolution occurs through natural selection. This is the 2nd lesson in a series of 7 and covers the content of - AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.2.2 Evolution from B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit. AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B14.2 Evolution by natural selection from B14 Variation and evolution chapter. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Level 1: Low demand Level 2: Standard demand Level 3: High demand Presentation contains (29 slides)- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria. Information slides with differentiated content Differentiated activities (group work) Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheets / handouts This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. Evolution Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com

The history of genetics is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of how the work of Mendel forms the basis of modern genetics through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.6.3.3 The understanding of genetics lesson (B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B15.1 The history of genetics lesson (B15 Genetics and evolution chapter). The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Presentation contains (29 slides)- ● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions. ● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson. ● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding. ● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning. ● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking. ● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels: ● Level 1: Low demand ● Level 2: Standard demand ● Level 3: High demand If you require more assistance, please contact me at: info@cmgsciencelessons.com

During this lesson (B2-4 Stem cell dilemmas) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the potential benefits, risks, social and ethical issues with the use of stem cells. Based on the 4th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B2: Cell division chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (24 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.

During this lesson (B5.4 Preventing bacterial growth) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how to calculate the number of bacteria in a colony and the effects of disinfectants and antibiotics on bacterial growth. Based on the 4th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (Kerboodle) B5: Communicable diseases chapter. *Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. * Presentation contains (22 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.

During this lesson (B1.8 Osmosis in plants) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the importance of osmosis in plant cells. Based on the 8th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B1: Cell structure and transport chapter. *Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. * Presentation contains (28 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.

During this lesson (B4.5 Breathing and gas exchange) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the structure and function of the gas exchange system. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B4: Organising animals and plants chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (38 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com

During this lesson (B8.3 How plants use glucose) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how plants use the glucose they make and the importance of nitrates. Based on the 3rd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B8: Photosynthesis chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (32 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com

During this lesson (B3.7 Making digestion efficient) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the roles of hydrochloric acid and bile in digestion. Based on the 7th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B3: Organisation and the digestive system chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (21 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com

During this lesson (B9.4 Metabolism and the liver) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what metabolism means and give examples of the reactions that make up metabolism. Based on the 4th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B9: Respiration chapter. Presentation contains (21 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license (alternatives suggested where possible). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com

The carbon cycle is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the main processes involved in recycling carbon in the carbon cycle through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 3rd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.2.2 How materials are cycled lesson (B7 Ecology unit unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B17.3 The carbon cycle lesson (B17 Organising an ecosystem chapter). The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Presentation contains (32 slides): ● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions. ● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson. ● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding. ● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning. ● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking. ● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels. ● Level 1: Low demand ● Level 2: Standard demand ● Level 3: High demand This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. The carbon cycle Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

During this lesson (B1.10 Exchanging materials) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how multicellular organisms exchange materials. Based on the 10th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B1: Cell structure and transport chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Presentation contains (33 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.

The endocrine system is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the structure and function of the endocrine system through engaging activities and differentiated instruction. This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.5.3.1 The human endocrine system lesson (B5 Homeostasis and response unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B11.1 Principles of hormonal control lesson (B11 Hormonal coordination chapter). The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Presentation contains (36 slides): ● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions. ● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson. ● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding. ● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities. ● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning. ● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking. ● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels: ● Level 1: Low demand ● Level 2: Standard demand ● Level 3: High demand This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study. The endocrine system Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com

This fully resourced lesson on diet, exercise, and disease is designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the effects of diet and exercise on health through clear explanations and engaging activities. This is the 4th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.2.2.6 Non-communicable diseases topic and OUP Kerboodle Scheme B7.4, Diet, exercise, and disease lesson. The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is editable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints. Presentation contains (34 slides): ● Lesson prep and materials guide: Clear guidance for preparing the lesson. ● Student worksheets/handouts: All the printable materials needed for the lesson. ● Do Now activity: Starter activity to refresh students’ memory and introduce the upcoming lesson. ● Clear lesson aim, objectives & success criteria: Provides students with a clear understanding of what they’ll learn and how to show their understanding. ● Warm-up slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic. ● Information slides: Differentiated content catering to a range of learning styles and abilities. ● Engaging group activities: Differentiated activities that encourage students to collaborate, participate actively, and deepen their understanding of the topic. ● Questions with answers: Questions with three difficulty levels to cater to different learning styles and abilities. Answers are provided, making them perfect for self-assessment and creating clear, effective notes. ● Homework activities: Differentiated homework tasks to cater to various learning styles and abilities. These activities are designed to reinforce key concepts from the lesson while promoting independent learning. Aimed at a mixed ability GCSE class, with three levels of demand to cater to different learning styles and levels: ● Level 1: Low demand ● Level 2: Standard demand ● Level 3: High demand This lesson is also available as: ● Cover lesson worksheet: Perfect for unplanned absences, this version provides everything a cover teacher needs to deliver a smooth and engaging lesson. Diet, exercise, and disease Cover lesson ● Digital worksheet: Perfect for absent students, distance learning, or independent study, this digital version allows students to catch up on missed work at their own pace. Diet, exercise, and disease Distance learning If you require more assistance, please contact me at- info@cmgsciencelessons.com