I am a biology teacher who has many years’ experience working in the social care sector including managing care homes and home care services. I have been teaching health and social care and science since 2015, mostly to level 3 students. I believe learning is an active process helped by visualization of the processes. I create visual resources for both health and social care and science including BTEC and Cambridge Technicals in health and social care, BTEC applied science and GCSE biology.
I am a biology teacher who has many years’ experience working in the social care sector including managing care homes and home care services. I have been teaching health and social care and science since 2015, mostly to level 3 students. I believe learning is an active process helped by visualization of the processes. I create visual resources for both health and social care and science including BTEC and Cambridge Technicals in health and social care, BTEC applied science and GCSE biology.
For BTEC level 3 Applied Science unit 1: Prinicples and Applications 1 - Biology
This 11-page illustrated notebook on muscular tissue is available in both printable and editable PDF to allow for choice and comes with a completed version. I have also included a self-test version where students can fill in a page then click the link at the bottom of the page to check the answer.
Research has proven that students learn best when notes are written in their own words. This is partly because students have to think more clearly about the topic when they have to put it into words which they would not do if they copy from a PowerPoint. It is also because they are more likely to understand it later if it is in their own words. This notebook encourages students to write their own notes whilst guiding them on what to write the notes about.
It is designed to be used alongside other learning activities about the topic. It can also be used as a revision aid where students can try to complete the pages from memory – the self-test version is ideal for this purpose.
Research has also highlighted the effectiveness of dual coding to aid student understanding and recall. This notebook makes maximum use of dual coding with the use of high-quality illustrations.
Completed notebook included in the resource.
The muscular tissue notebook covers the requirements of B3 that relates to skeletal muscle tissue and includes:
• Locations of skeletal and other types of muscle tissue within the body
• Gross and fine structure of skeletal muscle tissue
• An overview of sliding filament theory
• Sliding filament theory in step by step detail
• The differences between fast and slow twitch muscle
• Suitability of fast or slow twitch muscle for specific activites
• A test your knowledge section at the end
Designed for Further Science Concepts for T-level Health and Healthcare Science (B2.8).
This illustrated revision notebook consists of 10 pages of detail about the renal system as required by the course specification. It includes high quality illustrations and diagrams to help students visualise the structures and processes involved. The resource includes an editable PDF for students to write their own notes either as part of their revision or when learning the topic for the first time. Suggested answers (possibly in more detail than is needed) are also included.
WHAT TOPICS ARE INCLUDED?
• Structure of the renal system
• Structure of the kidney
• Structure of the nephron
• Functions of the kidney
• Functions of the nephron including ultrafiltration and the counter current multiplication effect
• Osmoregulation
• The renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system
• The action of erythropoietin
HOW IS IT SET OUT?
The notebook comes as an editable PDF which can easily be printed out for use in the classroom or students can type directly into the text boxes. Ask your students to label diagrams and fill in text boxes about a particular aspect of the topic. Get them to test their understanding with an end of booklet quiz.
ARE THERE ANY ANSWERS INCLUDED?
A booklet including suggested answers is included with the resource to save you time. However, it is up to you how much detail you want from each of your students allowing you to differentiate with ease.
ARE THERE ANY OTHER BOOKLETS AVAILABLE?
There are currently notebooks available for the Core Science Concepts Biology component of the course – available separately or as a bundle. Other books in the B2 body systems series are also available from my shop.
Designed for Further Science Concepts for T-level Health and Healthcare Science (B2.7).
This illustrated revision notebook consists of 12 pages of detail about the reproductive system as required by the course specification. It includes high quality illustrations and diagrams to help students visualise the structures and processes involved. The resource includes an editable PDF for students to write their own notes either as part of their revision or when learning the topic for the first time. Suggested answers (possibly in more detail than is needed) are also included.
WHAT TOPICS ARE INCLUDED?
• Structure of the female reproductive system
• Functions of the components of the female reproductive system
• Structure of the male reproductive system
• Functions of the components of the male reproductive system
• Functions of the female reproductive system including oogenesis and placenta
• Functions of the male reproductive system – spermatogenesis
• Embyrofoetal development as required by the Healthcare Science specification
HOW IS IT SET OUT?
The notebook comes as an editable PDF which can easily be printed out for use in the classroom or students can type directly into the text boxes. Ask your students to label diagrams and fill in text boxes about a particular aspect of the topic. Get them to test their understanding with an end of booklet quiz.
ARE THERE ANY ANSWERS INCLUDED?
A booklet including suggested answers is included with the resource to save you time. However, it is up to you how much detail you want from each of your students allowing you to differentiate with ease.
ARE THERE ANY OTHER BOOKLETS AVAILABLE?
There are currently notebooks available for the Core Science Concepts Biology component of the course – available separately or as a bundle. Other books in the B2 body systems series are also available from my shop.
Designed for Further Science Concepts for T-level Health and Healthcare Science (B2.6).
This illustrated revision notebook consists of 9 pages of detail about the integumentary system as required by the course specification. It includes high quality illustrations and diagrams to help students visualise the structures and processes involved. The resource includes an editable PDF for students to write their own notes either as part of their revision or when learning the topic for the first time. Suggested answers (possibly in more detail than is needed) are also included.
WHAT TOPICS ARE INCLUDED?
• Integumentary system overview
• Structure of hair
• Structure of nails
• Structure of skin
• Functions of the above components
• Temperature regulation
• Excretion
• Sensitivity
• Protection by the skin
• Vitamin D synthesis
HOW IS IT SET OUT?
The notebook comes as an editable PDF which can easily be printed out for use in the classroom or students can type directly into the text boxes. Ask your students to label diagrams and fill in text boxes about a particular aspect of the topic. Get them to test their understanding with an end of booklet quiz.
ARE THERE ANY ANSWERS INCLUDED?
A booklet including suggested answers is included with the resource to save you time. However, it is up to you how much detail you want from each of your students allowing you to differentiate with ease.
ARE THERE ANY OTHER BOOKLETS AVAILABLE?
There are currently notebooks available for the Core Science Concepts Biology component of the course – available separately or as a bundle. Other books in the B2 body systems series are also available from my shop.
Designed for Further Science Concepts for T-level Health and Healthcare Science (B2.6).
This illustrated revision notebook consists of 12 pages of detail about the cardiovascular system as required by the course specification. It includes high quality illustrations and diagrams to help students visualise the structures and processes involved. The resource includes an editable PDF for students to write their own notes either as part of their revision or when learning the topic for the first time. Suggested answers (possibly in more detail than is needed) are also included.
WHAT TOPICS ARE INCLUDED?
• Components of cardiovascular system
• Structure and function of blood vessels
• Structure of heart including chambers, blood vessels and valves
• Structure of blood
• Functions of the cardiovascular system and blood
• Double circulatory system
• Cardiac cycle including pressure changes and valves
• Heart conduction system
• How heart rate is controlled
• Electrocardiograms
• Blood groups
HOW IS IT SET OUT?
The notebook comes as an editable PDF which can easily be printed out for use in the classroom or students can type directly into the text boxes. Ask your students to label diagrams and fill in text boxes about a particular aspect of the topic. Get them to test their understanding with an end of booklet quiz.
ARE THERE ANY ANSWERS INCLUDED?
A booklet including suggested answers is included with the resource to save you time. However, it is up to you how much detail you want from each of your students allowing you to differentiate with ease.
ARE THERE ANY OTHER BOOKLETS AVAILABLE?
There are currently notebooks available for the Core Science Concepts Biology component of the course – available separately or as a bundle. Other books in the B2 body systems series are also available from my shop.
Designed for Further Science Concepts for T-level Health and Healthcare Science (B2.5).
This illustrated revision notebook consists of 10 pages of detail about the digestive system as required by the course specification. It includes high quality illustrations and diagrams to help students visualise the structures and processes involved. The resource includes an editable PDF for students to write their own notes either as part of their revision or when learning the topic for the first time. Suggested answers (possibly in more detail than is needed) are also included.
WHAT TOPICS ARE INCLUDED?
• Structure of the digestive system
• Function of the components of the digestive system
• Structure of the digestive tract wall
• Location and products of specific glands of the digestive system
• Mechanical digestion
• Chemical digestion including location and action of specific enzymes
• Role of microorganisms
HOW IS IT SET OUT?
The notebook comes as an editable PDF which can easily be printed out for use in the classroom or students can type directly into the text boxes. Ask your students to label diagrams and fill in text boxes about a particular aspect of the topic. Get them to test their understanding with an end of booklet quiz.
ARE THERE ANY ANSWERS INCLUDED?
A booklet including suggested answers is included with the resource to save you time. However, it is up to you how much detail you want from each of your students allowing you to differentiate with ease.
ARE THERE ANY OTHER BOOKLETS AVAILABLE?
There are currently notebooks available for the Core Science Concepts Biology component of the course – available separately or as a bundle. Other books in the B2 body systems series are also available from my shop.
Revision workbook for B1 of unit 5 (Principles and Applications 2) Applied Science BTEC level 3. Cell transport mechanisms.
This 12-page notebook can be used for notetaking during lessons to encourage students to make their own notes rather than copying from a PowerPoint. Students will have to think carefully to make relevant notes on the different topics.
Alternatively, this notebook can be used for revision purposes by encouraging students to fill in the sections without looking at their notes. The test your knowledge page at the end also serves to check their understanding.
A completed notebook is available as well as a self-test version so that students can check their answers against sample answers by clicking a link.
The revision notebook includes the full requirements of the specification including:
• The structure of the cell membrane
• The structure and polar nature of the phospholipid
• Why the phospholipids form a bilayer
• The need for transport across the membrane
• Which substances can or cannot cross the phospholipid bilayer
• Diffusion across the membrane
• Facilitated diffusion
• Active transport using pumps
• Active transport using co-transport mechanisms
• Osmosis
• Endocytosis and exocytosis
• The implications of surface area to volume ratio
• The need for specialised exchange surfaces
• A test your knowledge page
Other revision notebooks available for this unit:
• Cardiovascular system
• Ventilation and gas exchange
• Urinary system
If you are not sure if it will meet your needs, why not try the ventilation and gas exchange notebook for free link
Illustrated revision notebooks are also available for Principles and Applications 1 (unit 1).
Revision workbook for B1 of unit 5 (Principles and Applications 2) Applied Science BTEC level 3.
This 17-page notebook can be used for notetaking during lessons to encourage students to make their own notes rather than copying from a PowerPoint. Students will have to think carefully to make relevant notes on the different topics.
Alternatively, this notebook can be used for revision purposes by encouraging students to fill in the sections without looking at their notes. The test your knowledge page at the end also serves to check their understanding.
A completed notebook is available as well as a self-test version so that students can check their answers against sample answers by clicking a link.
The revision notebook includes the full requirements of the specification including:
• The function of the cardiovascular system
• The structure and function of the heart
• The functions of the various chambers and vessels of the heart
• Heart valves
• The structure of heart muscle
• The conduction system of the heart
• The cardiac cycle
• Cardiac output
• ECG traces and arrhythmias
• Blood vessel structure and function
• The effect of caffeine in Daphnia
• Types of cardiovascular diseases
• Risks of developing cardiovascular disease
• Benefits and risks of treatments for cardiovascular disease
• Knowledge test at the end
Other revision notebooks available for this unit.
Illustrated revision notebooks are also available for Principles and Applications 1 (unit 1).
Designed for Further Science Concepts for T-level Health (B2.1) but would also suit T level Healthcare Science.
This illustrated revision notebook consists of 10 pages of detail about the respiratory system as required by the course specification. It includes high quality illustrations and diagrams to help students visualise the structures and processes involved. The resource includes an editable PDF for students to write their own notes either as part of their revision or when learning the topic for the first time. Suggested answers (possibly in more detail than is needed) are also included.
The respiratory system revision notebook is completely aligned to the requirements of B2.2 in the T level Health course specification.
WHAT TOPICS ARE INCLUDED?
Structure of the respiratory system including functions of nasal turbinates and sinuses, ventilation and gas exchange and how respiration is controlled.
HOW IS IT SET OUT?
The notebook comes as an editable PDF which can easily be printed out for use in the classroom or students can type directly into the text boxes. Ask your students to label diagrams and fill in text boxes about a particular aspect of the topic. Get them to test their understanding with an end of booklet quiz.
ARE THERE ANY ANSWERS INCLUDED?
A booklet including suggested answers is included with the resource to save you time. However, it is up to you how much detail you want from each of your students allowing you to differentiate with ease.
ARE THERE ANY OTHER BOOKLETS AVAILABLE?
There are currently notebooks available for the Core Science Concepts Biology component of the course – available separately or as a bundle. Currently the illustrated revision notebook for B2.1 the endocrine system is available from my shop.
Revison game on powerpoint including 45 questions to cover the second half of the course (first half also available on TES website). Aimed at unit 3 - Anatomy and Physiology for BTEC level 3 Health and Social Care.
A3 worksheet on nephron counter current multiplier effect including effect of ADH on permeability. Specifically designed for BTEC level 3 Applied Science unit 9: Human Regulation and Reproduction. Includes questions on each section of process.
Presentation and accompanying worksheet on nerve impulses. Aimed at BTEC level 3 Applied Science units 1 and 9 but would suit A level biology. Emphasis on the movement of sodium and potassium ions and the role of ion gates and sodium potassium pump.
Powerpoint on how blood sugar levels are controlled by the endocrine system. Aimed at BTEC level 3 health and social care unit 3: anatomy and physiology.
Set of 35 activities - one for each lesson designed to be completed independently by the student before the lesson. For BTEC L3 Health and Social Care unit 2 - Working in Health and Social Care. A range of research based activities.
BTEC Level 3 Applied Science (Principles & Applications 1). Topic test for endothelial and epithelial tissue. Exam-style questions with sample answers. Marks out of 30.
BTEC level 3 Applied Science (Principles &Applications 1). Topic test for muscle tissue. Exam-style questions with sample answers. Marks out of 30, like the exam, for easy comparison.
BTEC level 3 Applied Science (Principles &Applications 1). Topic test for cells and cell specialisation. Exam-style questions with sample answers. Marks out of 30, like the exam, for easy comparison.
GCSE Biology (AQA) grouping activity to understand measurement prefixes and standard from. Resource contains activity cards each with a different measurements. Students need to group them by equivalent sizes. There are a few cards that do not fit into any category to ensure they work each out carefully.
If you want more on measurement conversions and standard from, see full lesson available here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12505236
BTEC level 3 Applied Science (Principles and Applications 2 - Biology). Topic test for cell transport systems. Exam-style questions with sample answers. Marks out of 40, like the exam, for easy comparison.
Want all four topic tests for Principles and Applications 2 Biology for a 20% discount? Click here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12506354
BTEC Level 3 Applied Science (Principles & Applications 2). Topic test for B1 cardiovascular system. Exam-style questions with sample answers. Marks out of 40, like the exam for easy comparison.
To get a 20% discount for all four topic tests for Principles and Applications 2 Biology click here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12506354