Explore the practical applications of radiation with “Lesson 3: Using Radiation,” part of the Radioactivity ELC/AQA Foundation Bundle. Ideal for Year 9 and pre-GCSE students, this lesson delves into how alpha, beta, and gamma radiation are used in everyday scenarios, from smoke alarms to medical treatments. Key Features: Starter Activity: Introduce key concepts with a fill-in-the-blanks exercise on radiation properties. Core Learning: Explain how different types of radiation are suited for specific tasks, such as using alpha radiation in smoke alarms and beta radiation in monitoring the thickness of materials. Real-World Applications: Discuss the use of gamma radiation in medicine, including cancer treatment and medical imaging. Interactive Learning: Engage students with quizzes and activities to reinforce understanding of radiation’s practical uses and dangers. IMPORTANT: Non-editable PowerPoint for consistent content. Terms of Use: All content is copyrighted by Miss Tad Teaches. Remix for personal use only; do not distribute modified material. For single-teacher use only. PowerPoint locked due to artist requests. You are responsible for checking the suitability of this lesson for your classroom.

Teach the essentials of radioactivity with “Lesson 2: Atoms and Radiation,” part of the Radioactivity ELC/AQA Foundation Bundle. Ideal for Year 9 and pre-GCSE students, this lesson covers the basics of radioactive atoms, the types of ionizing radiation (alpha, beta, gamma), and how radiation is detected. Key Features: Starter Activity: Introduce nucleon notation using the periodic table. Core Learning: Explain the structure of unstable atoms and the concept of radioactive decay. Radiation Types: Teach students about alpha, beta, and gamma radiation, their properties, and how they interact with different materials. Interactive Learning: Use quizzes and activities to reinforce understanding of radiation detection and its practical applications. Real-World Relevance: Discuss the use of radioactive isotopes in medical imaging and the importance of radiation safety. IMPORTANT: Non-editable PowerPoint for consistent content. Terms of Use: All content is copyrighted by Miss Tad Teaches. Remix for personal use only; do not distribute modified material. For single-teacher use only. PowerPoint locked due to artist requests. You are responsible for checking the suitability of this lesson for your classroom.

Kickstart your teaching of foundational atomic concepts with “Lesson 1: Atoms and Isotopes,” part of the comprehensive Radioactivity ELC/AQA Foundation Bundle. Perfect for introducing Year 9 students to pre-GCSE material, this lesson simplifies complex topics like atomic structure and isotopes. Key Features: Starter Activity: Engage students with an element-symbol matching game using the periodic table. Core Learning: Teach the structure of atoms, including protons, neutrons, and electrons, and guide students through calculating atomic and mass numbers. Isotope Exploration: Clear explanation of isotopes with examples like Carbon-12 and Carbon-14. Interactive Assessments: Quick quizzes to reinforce understanding of atomic concepts. Creative Task: Students create posters on radioactive isotopes, applying their knowledge to real-world elements. IMPORTANT: Non-editable PowerPoint for consistent content. Terms of Use: All content is copyrighted by Miss Tad Teaches. Remix for personal use only; do not distribute modified material. For single-teacher use only. PowerPoint locked due to artist requests. You are responsible for checking the suitability of this lesson for your classroom.

Embark on an educational adventure with “The Inquiry Team: Navigating Lab Safety with the UK National Curriculum,” a groundbreaking series where engaging storytelling meets rigorous academic standards. Designed to captivate and educate, this resource invites students to join the Inquiry Team, a team of intrepid learners, on their mission to master lab safety through discovery and problem-solving. This comprehensive lesson series is meticulously aligned with the UK National Curriculum and tailored to complement key science programs including AQA Activate, Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE, Edexcel Pearson, AQA, OCR, Cambridge, and Exploring Science. It offers a unique blend of narrative-driven learning and interactive challenges, making it an ideal tool for teaching vital lab safety protocols and scientific inquiry skills. Key features of this resource include: Curriculum Alignment: Directly supports the UK National Curriculum, ensuring that each lesson contributes to your students’ overall scientific education and understanding. Engagement Through Storytelling: Utilizes the power of narrative to engage students deeply, making complex safety procedures and scientific concepts more accessible and memorable. Interactivity and Problem Solving: Encourages students to actively participate through code-breaking and puzzle-solving, fostering critical thinking and application of safety principles in real-life lab scenarios. Sequential Learning: Each episode builds upon the last, gradually unveiling the mysteries of the school while solidifying students’ knowledge and skills in lab safety. Compatibility with Major Educational Programs: Designed to complement and enhance learning within AQA Activate, Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE, Edexcel Pearson, AQA, OCR, Cambridge, and Exploring Science curriculums. “The Inquiry Team: Navigating Lab Safety with the UK National Curriculum” transforms the traditional lab safety lesson into an enthralling journey of discovery and learning. By integrating this series into your science curriculum, you provide students with an immersive educational experience that not only meets but exceeds curriculum standards. Prepare your students for a safer, more engaging, and intellectually stimulating exploration of science labs with the Inquiry Team. powerpoint cannot be edited

This is 61 point self marking Quiz to assess your students on either AQA Activate book 1 4: Waves Unit or Activate Book 1: Chapter 2 and 3. Please remember to remind your students to flip through each section before clicking on submit as it automatically will calculate their score. It is designed for a mixed ability KS3 class as an End of unit test.

KS3 Activity AQA Activate 2.1.3 Series and parallel circuits This is a digitalised activity which if set as “Students edit thier own copy” on Microsoft Teams or on Google Classroom, you can watch students edit their own copy. it is designed to take the student through the whole topic as per the 2.1.3 Series and parallel circuits. I have tried and tested this activity on both set 1 and 3. It has been designed to be used as a mixed ability activity. It can also be completely self-assessed by the students using the self-assessment toolbox on the side which students can drag and drop the ticks and crosses. Perfect of teachers who are overwhelmed with online teaching and need simple activities for their students to get through.