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My comprehensive collection of classroom-based resources caters to KS3 and KS4 science, aligned with the AQA specification. Additionally, I offer a range of distance learning resources to support flexible learning environments. For the latest updates on resources and new releases, be sure to visit my website

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My comprehensive collection of classroom-based resources caters to KS3 and KS4 science, aligned with the AQA specification. Additionally, I offer a range of distance learning resources to support flexible learning environments. For the latest updates on resources and new releases, be sure to visit my website
Reviewing theories 2 (KS3 2)
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Reviewing theories 2 (KS3 2)

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Presentation covering the content for the EP2.12 Review theories 2 lesson from the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 2 Enquiry processes chapter. During this lesson students work through a variety of tasks to develop an understanding of the role of argumentation in the development of a theory. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class. Presentation contains- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Loudness and amplitude
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Loudness and amplitude

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Presentation covering the content for the 4.1.2 Loudness and amplitude lesson from the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 4a: Waves chapter. During this lesson students work through a variety of tasks to develop an understanding of the link between loudness and amplitude. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. Presentation contains- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Reflection (KS3 1)
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Reflection (KS3 1)

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During 4.2.2 Reflection Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of how light is reflected from different surfaces. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 4a: Waves- 4.2 Light chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. Presentation contains (20 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) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Sound waves and energy
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Sound waves and energy

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During 4.3.1 Sound waves and energy Year 8 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of how sound waves transfer energy. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 4b: Waves- 4.3 Wave effects chapter. Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class. Presentation contains (31 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) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
AQA Synergy Density
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AQA Synergy Density

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Density (Synergy) is a fully resourced lesson in which GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what is meant by density and how it is calculated. Based on the 2nd from the AQA Combined Science: Synergy chapter 1.1: States of matter (Topic 1 Building blocks). Aimed at foundation tier students and covers the Entry level Certificate and GCSE grades1-5 content. Level 1: ELC and Grade 1 Level 2: Grades 2-3 Level 3: Grades 4-5 This resource contains- Presentation (30 slides) which includes- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) Practical activity Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheet (4 pages) aimed at Level 1 & 2 students Density calculations Required practical 1- Measuring densities If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
AQA Synergy Matter and particles
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AQA Synergy Matter and particles

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Matter and particles (Synergy) is a differentiation lesson during which GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the different properties of solids, liquids and gases using the particle model. Based on the 1st from the AQA Combined Science: Synergy chapter 1.1: States of matter (Topic 1 Building blocks). Aimed at foundation tier students and covers the Entry level Certificate and GCSE grades1-5 content. Level 1: ELC and Grade 1 Level 2: Grades 2-3 Level 3: Grades 4-5 This resource contains- Presentation (32 slides) which includes- Teacher and technician notes Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) Practical activity Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment Student worksheet (4 pages) aimed at Level 1 & 2 students If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
1.1.5 Internal energy (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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1.1.5 Internal energy (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentation covering the 5th lesson of AQA 9-1 Synergy 1.1 States of matter chapter. Presentation contains- -Bell work activity -Lesson objective and success criteria -Information slides -Challenge and demonstrate understanding activities -Practical activities (where appropriate) -Summary questions (inc QWC) -Peer and self-assessment Aimed at foundation tier. Compiled from various sources.
1.1.8 Pure substances and mixtures (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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1.1.8 Pure substances and mixtures (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentation covering the 8th lesson of AQA 9-1 Synergy 1.1 States of matter chapter. Presentation contains- -Bell work activity -Lesson objective and success criteria -Information slides -Challenge and demonstrate understanding activities -Practical activities (where appropriate) -Summary questions (inc QWC) -Peer and self-assessment Aimed at foundation tier. Compiled from various sources.
Squashing and stretching Hooke's Law Distance learning
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Squashing and stretching Hooke's Law Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (1.3.2 Squashing and stretching- Hooke’s Law) Year 8 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how forces deform objects and use Hooke’s law. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 1b: Forces- 1.3 Contact forces chapter. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class This resource includes: Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™- upload to your Google Drive™, right click and select make a copy (this will convert back into Google Doc™. format and enable Google Draw™ and other Google features). The worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Pressure in liquids Distance learning
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Pressure in liquids Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (1.4.2 Pressure in liquids) Year 8 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of why objects float or sink and how liquid pressure changes with depth. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 1b: Forces- 1.4 Pressure chapter. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class This resource includes: Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- lesson presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™- upload to your Google Drive™, right click and select make a copy (this will convert back into Google Doc™. format and enable Google Draw™ and other Google features). The worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available
Energy resources- renewable and non-renewable Distance learning
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Energy resources- renewable and non-renewable Distance learning

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This distance learning lesson covers the content for the Year 7 AQA Activate 3a: 3.1.2: Energy resources lesson. Students work through the digital worksheet completing a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how electricity is generated using non-renewable and renewable energy resources. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class This resource includes: Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (joke of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- lesson presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™- upload to your Google Drive™, right click and select make a copy (this will convert back into Google Doc™. format and enable Google Draw™ and other Google features). The worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Food and fuels Lesson bundle
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Food and fuels Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 3.1.1 Food and fuels lesson, in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the energy content of food and compare this to the energy content of fuels. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Peer and self-assessment Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- lesson presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc
Energy resources- renewable and non-renewable Lesson bundle
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Energy resources- renewable and non-renewable Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 3.1.2 Energy resources lesson, in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how electricity is generated using non-renewable and renewable energy resources. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Peer and self-assessment Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. Digital worksheet- Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- lesson presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc
Pressure in gases Lesson bundle
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Pressure in gases Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 1.4.1 Pressure in gases lesson, in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how fluids exert a pressure and how to calculate it. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class. 1.Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- lesson presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™
The ear and hearing Distance learning
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The ear and hearing Distance learning

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This distance learning lesson covers the content for the Year 7 AQA Activate 4a 4.1.4: the ear and hearing lesson from the 4a: Waves chapter. Students work through the digital worksheet completing a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how the ear works and how hearing can be damaged. Ideal for distance learning / independent study / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class This resource includes: Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (joke of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- lesson presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™- upload to your Google Drive™, right click and select make a copy (this will convert back into Google Doc™. format and enable Google Draw™ and other Google features). The worksheet can also be used with Microsoft Teams™, SMHW or sent to students via email, but please note some features (joke of the day, Google Draw™) will not be available.
Electromagnets Lesson bundle
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Electromagnets Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 2.4.1 electromagnets lesson, in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what an electromagnet is. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 8 class. 1.Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (joke of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™
More infrared radiation Lesson bundle
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More infrared radiation Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Physics P2.3: More on infrared radiation lesson in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how the temperature of the Earth is affected by IR radiation. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. 1. Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task (fact of the day). Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™
Specific heat capacity Lesson bundle
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Specific heat capacity Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Physics P2.4: Specific heat capacity lesson in two formats- classroom based lesson presentation and digital worksheet Ideal for distance learning or covering missed content after absence. Students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what is meant by the specific heat capacity of a substance and how to calculate it. Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8. 1. Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity (where appropriate) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Explore- Links to articles, video clips, virtual labs, and simulations for students to explore. Explain- Embedded Google Slides™ presentation (includes lesson objectives, information slides, self-assessed questions). Apply- Resources and task in which students apply their knowledge gained during the lesson. Extend- Resources and task for students to extend their learning. Please note: This resource works best as a Google Doc ™
8.24.6 Solar power (AQA Synergy)
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8.24.6 Solar power (AQA Synergy)

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During 8.24.6 Solar power GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how electricity can be generated from the Sun. Based on the 6th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Synergy (OUP scheme) 8.24: Resources of materials and energy chapter. Aimed at foundation tier covering content 1-6. Presentation contains (15 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
8.24.10 Energy dissipation (AQA Synergy)
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8.24.10 Energy dissipation (AQA Synergy)

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During 8.24.10 Energy dissipation GCSE Foundation students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the principle of conservation of energy and what is meant by useful and wasted energy. Based on the 10th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Synergy (OUP scheme) 8.24: Resources of materials and energy chapter. Aimed at foundation tier covering content 1-6. Presentation contains (25 slides)- Bell work activity Lesson aims and objectives Discussion slides Information slides Activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Lesson resources (additional to scheme) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com