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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
Metal displacement reactions Lesson bundle (KS3)
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Metal displacement reactions Lesson bundle (KS3)

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 6.2.6 Metal displacement reactions 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 happens during displacement reactions. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. 1.Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Atom economy Lesson bundle
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Atom economy Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Chemistry C4.5 Atom economy 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 to calculate the atom economy of a reaction and why it is important in industry. 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) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Refraction Lesson bundle (KS3 1)
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Refraction Lesson bundle (KS3 1)

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 4.2.3 Refraction 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 happens what light enters a different medium. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. 1.Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
The eye and vision Lesson bundle
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The eye and vision Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate 4.2.4 The eye and vision 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 human eye focuses on objects. Aimed at a mixed ability Year 7 class. 1.Classroom based presentation- Bell work activity Lesson objective and success criteria Information slides Challenge activities (group work) Practical activity Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Colour Distance learning
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Colour Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (4.2.5 Colour) Year 7 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of what happens when light passes through a prism. Based on the 5th lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 4a: Waves- 4.2 Light chapter. 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 (5 pages): Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Sound waves and energy Distance learning
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Sound waves and energy Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (4.3.1 Sound waves and energy) Year 8 students work through the digital worksheet 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. 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 (5 pages): Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Radiation and energy Distance learning
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Radiation and energy Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (4.3.2 Radiation and energy) Year 8 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of the range of wavelengths and frequencies in the electromagnetic spectrum, and their effect on living cells. Based on the 2nd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 2 (OUP) 4b: Waves- 4.3 Wave effects 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 (4 pages): Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this worksheet This resource works best as a Google Doc™. with Google Classroom™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Radiation and energy Lesson bundle
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Radiation and energy Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 4.3.2 Radiation and energy 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 range of wavelengths and frequencies in the electromagnetic spectrum, and their effect on living cells. 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 Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Leaves Lesson bundle
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Leaves Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 9.4.2 Leaves 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 leaves are adapted to their function. 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 Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note 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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Plant minerals Lesson bundle
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Plant minerals Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 9.4.4 Plant minerals 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 role of minerals in healthy plant growth. 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 Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson 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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Charles Darwin and peer review Lesson bundle
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Charles Darwin and peer review Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the Year 8 AQA KS3 Activate 10.3.2 Charles Darwin 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 theory of evolution and the process of peer review. 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) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Principles of homeostasis Lesson bundle
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Principles of homeostasis Lesson bundle

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This lesson bundle covers the content for the AQA GCSE Biology B10.1 Principles of homeostasis 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 homeostasis is and why it is important. 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) Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers) Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license. 2.Digital worksheet- Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Self-assessed vocabulary task using Google Sheets (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 ™ If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
B10 The human nervous system Distance learning
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B10 The human nervous system Distance learning

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6 digital worksheets covering the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology B10: The human nervous system chapter. Students work through the digital worksheets to develop their understanding of the structure and function of the nervous system, reflex actions, brain structure and function, and the eye. Ideal for independent & distance learning / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8 Each digital worksheet includes: Teacher guidance and answers Engage- Links and ‘Big Question’ to engage students at start of lesson or 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. Important: Students must have access to PC with internet to use this document These resources work best as Google Docs. with Google Classroom. If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Density Distance learning
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Density Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (P6.1 Density) GCSE students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of what is meant by density and how it is calculated. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE (OUP) Physics P6: Molecules and matter chapter. Ideal for independent & distance learning / home-school / covering missed content after absence / non-specialist cover lesson Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8 This resource includes (5 pages): Teacher guidance and answers 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™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Adapting to change Distance learning
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Adapting to change Distance learning

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During this distance learning lesson (10.1.3 Adapting to change) Year 7 students work through the digital worksheet activities to develop their understanding of how organisms adapt to environmental changes. Based on the 3rd lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 10a: Genes- 10.1 Variation chapter. 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 K- Know (low demand) A- Apply (standard demand) E- Extend (high demand) This resource includes (5 pages): Teacher guidance and answers 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™ some tasks will be unavailable in other formats (Word/Excel). If you require more assistance, please contact me at- cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Asking scientific questions (KS3 1)
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Asking scientific questions (KS3 1)

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This presentation covers the content for the EP1.1 Asking scientific questions lesson from the Year 7 AQA KS3 Activate Enquiry processes 1 chapter. During this lesson students work through a variety of tasks to develop an understanding of how to develop an idea into an investigation. *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.
5.13 The periodic table (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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5.13 The periodic table (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentations covering the AQA 9-1 Synergy 5.13 The periodic table chapter. Presentations contain- -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.
Levels of organisation
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Levels of organisation

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During 8.1.1 Levels of organisation Year 7 students work through a variety of activities to develop their understanding of the hierarchy of organisation in multicellular organisms. Based on the 1st lesson from the AQA KS3 Activate 1 (OUP) 8a: Organisms- 8.1 Movement 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 (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) Please note: Activate (Kerboodle) worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
1.3.4 Diffusion (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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1.3.4 Diffusion (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentation covering the 4th lesson of AQA 9-1 Synergy 1.3 Cells in animals and plants 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.
1.3.6 Osmosis in plants (AQA 9-1 Synergy)
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1.3.6 Osmosis in plants (AQA 9-1 Synergy)

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Presentation covering the 6th lesson of AQA 9-1 Synergy 1.3 Cells in animals and plants 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.