I have been teaching Biology for 20 years and I have struggled to find concise and engaging resources for teaching Biology, which is why I have set about creating my own.
I hope that my resources are enjoyed by your pupils and of course support their learning of such an interesting and great subject.
I have been teaching Biology for 20 years and I have struggled to find concise and engaging resources for teaching Biology, which is why I have set about creating my own.
I hope that my resources are enjoyed by your pupils and of course support their learning of such an interesting and great subject.
A pack of two diagrams for GCSE Biology students to label, covering:-
1.) Leaf Structure in the Photosynthesis Topic
2.) Flower Structure in the Plant Reproduction Topic
A collection of visually appealing worksheets focusing on how the leaf is suited to photosynthesis and also limiting factors of photosynthesis.
A visually appealing set of two worksheets/placemats for GCSE students on firstly, the structure of the leaf and how it is adapted for photosynthesis, and secondly, the process of photosynthesis and limiting factors.
Perfect for use when both teaching the topic area and also for revision. Each worksheet should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.
As a suggestion the resource could be laminated and completed by students using OHP pens and then cleaned off for future use with other pupils.
These sheets could even be used as a short progress test with students too.
An answer sheet is included for both worksheets for teachers.
This resource pack contains four diagrams for biology students to work independently through and label. The diagrams could be used in assessment too rather than just as a class activity. The diagrams are aimed at GCSE students but could be used with able KS3 students or as a recap as part of an introduction to A level topics.
The pack includes:-
1.) Structure of the Heart
2.) Structure of the Lungs
3.) The Structure of Digestive System
4.) The Structure of the Eye (Two versions, one for AQA one for CIE)
Each diagram has a copy to label and a labelled copy to display.
This bundle includes ten visual worksheets for students to complete on some of the core biological principles studied at GCSE.
The worksheets cover:
Cell Biology
Enzymes
Respiration
Biochemical Tests (food tests)
A visual worksheet which gets pupils to identify the location of a number of endocrine glands in the body. The worksheet also allows pupils to learn about the hormones produced by the main glands, their target organs and the effect of the hormone.
The second worksheet is a crossword to consolidate students’ knowledge of the endocrine system and strengthen their use of key words associated with this topic and aid correct scientific spelling too.
Both worksheets have an answer sheet for the teacher.
This pack of three worksheets focuses on sexual reproduction in plants, perfect for GCSE students or could be used with able KS3 pupils. Each worksheet should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete and can be completed independently by students.
The pack includes:
Worksheet 1: Covers the structure of insect-pollinated flowers and the functions of the key parts of the flower. Great for students to familiarise themselves with the flower’s structure and function of the main parts. Sheet is supplied in both colour and grayscale.
Worksheet 2: Allows students to recognise the key differences between the structure of insect-pollinated and wind-pollinated flowers and how flower structure is suited to the method of pollination.
Worksheet 3: Allows students to understand how fertilisation occurs once pollination has taken place.
All worksheets are provided with an answer sheet, perfect for non-specialists teaching Biology.
A pack of five worksheets for the teaching or revision of the GCSE Biology topic digestion. Worksheets are designed to be visually appealing, engaging and encourage independent learning by students.
The pack includes:
1.) Worksheet on the structure and function of digestive system
2.) Worksheet on the digestion of food by enzymes (differentiated support version provided too)
3.) Worksheet on the overview of digestion (includes role of bile)
4.) Worksheet on absorption and villi adaptations - Now Updated with microvilli added to the diagram and table
5.) Crossword on the digestion topic
All worksheets are provided with answers.
A visual summary of the 4 main biochemical/food tests for students to complete.
Tests covered are for starch, reducing sugar, protein and lipids. Answers are provided for the teacher.
Visually appealing worksheets covering the structure of the eye, function of the eye parts and how the eye works. Worksheets are designed so that students can work through them independently with reference to a textbook. Alternatively these worksheets are perfect for GCSE Biology students revising for the upcoming exams. All answers are included for the worksheets.
Great value for money, a bumper pack of worksheets for GCSE Biology students. Eight worksheets in total, all with accompanying answer sheets. Worksheets are designed to be clearly laid out and visually appealing for students. The worksheets should take approximately 10-15 minutes each to complete and pupils will be able to work independently through the activities.
The worksheets could be collated into a work booklet for students to work through.
Topics covered are:
1.) Heart structure and function
2 ) Blood vessels
3.) Composition of blood
4.) Lung structure and function
5.) Kidney structure and function
6.) Respiration
7.) Structure and function of neurones
8.) Reflex arcs and reflex actions
Perfect for covering the topics for the first time or for use in revision/assessment.
This GCSE Biology worksheet pack covers the key concepts associated with the enzyme topic. The resources are designed to be visually appealing to students and can be worked through independently. Each worksheet should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. The resource pack can be used to introduce the topic or for revision/assessment purposes.
Included in the pack are:
Worksheet on how enzymes work and covering key terminology
Worksheet on factors that affect enzymes
Crossword on the enzyme topic
Answer sheets are included for all of the above.
A video that covers the Carbon cycle and is designed to be visually appealing for students (with accompanying audio). There is an accompanying worksheet available for pupils to complete on this topic (please see my other resources for download)
This Biology GCSE resource pack covers the fundamentals required on the topic of Cell Biology. The worksheets encourage the pupils to work through them independently and are visually engaging to appeal to the students. Each worksheet should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. The resource pack is ideal for introduction to the topic or revision in preparation for the upcoming GCSE exams. The resource pack could be used at KS3 level too.
The pack includes:
Worksheet on cell structure and function (animal and plant cells)
Worksheet on cell structure and function including rough ER (animal and plant cells)
Worksheet on the parts of the microscope and their function
Worksheet on calculating magnification, size of specimens and converting units
Worksheet on specialised cells and their adaptations
Worksheet on organisation of living things and revision crossword on cell biology in general
All answer sheets are included, perfect for the non-specialist teaching Biology.
With the exam period rapidly approaching this A3 wall planner will help your students plan and prepare for their exams.
The revision planning pack includes:
- An A3 wall planner, covering from the 11th April through to the end of June
- an A4 guidance sheet with advice on how to make the most of the planner
- An A3 exemplar wall planner for students to refer to if needed
- 6 x A4 two week view revision planners for students to use if they wish to include more detail about their revision sessions- starts from 11th April and runs through to the end of June
I hope these resources are useful to your students, please do take a minute to review if you download and use, thank you :)
A perfect revision lesson for GCSE Biology students, covering the topic of circulation. All worksheets are designed to be visually engaging and can be worked through independently by students. Each worksheet should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.
Included are four worksheets covering the topics:
1.) Heart structure and function (+ a differentiated version to give more support)
2.) Blood vessels: structure and function
3.) Composition of blood
4.) Crossword on blood vessels and blood
Answer sheets are included for the teacher.
The Three Course Lesson Plan is designed to help teachers plan the structure and content of their lessons in a simple and quick way.
This free resource pack contains:
- An introductory info sheet
- An ideas sheet to help with the structure and content of lessons
- An exemplar to see the lesson plan in use (GCSE Heart structure and function)
- A blank copy for the teacher's own use when planning lessons
An essential teaching resource for the introduction or revision of the Inheritance topic. These resources have been designed to be engaging and visually appealing for High School Biology students.
The resource pack includes the following:
- an A4 introductory sheet on what inheritance is and key terms and their meaning
- an A4 introductory sheet on genetic crosses
- 2 A4 worksheets for students to complete on genetic crosses and the key Inheritance terms and their meanings
- 2 A4 answer sheets for the student worksheets
This A4 introductory sheet on genetic crosses is a sample from my premium resource pack on inheritance and genetic crosses.
The resources are designed to be engaging and visually appealing for GCSE Biology students, please do leave a review and view the full resource pack if you like the sample sheet :)
An essential teaching resource for the introduction or revision of the GCSE Inheritance topic. These resources have been designed to be engaging and visually appealing for GCSE Biology students.
The resource pack includes the following:
- an A4 introductory sheet on what inheritance is and key terms and their meaning
- an A4 introductory sheet on genetic crosses
- 2 A4 worksheets for students to complete on genetic crosses and the key Inheritance terms and their meanings
- 2 A4 answer sheets for the student worksheets
Please download my free sample of the genetic crosses introductory sheet to view the quality of my resources.
A visually appealing set of two worksheets/placemats for GCSE students on firstly, respiration in animals, covering both aerobic and anaerobic respiration and secondly, fermentation in yeast.
Perfect for use when both teaching the topic area and also for revision. Each worksheet should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.
The worksheets will help students learn the equations for respiration, it’s role in living things and also familiarise themselves with key words related to the topic.
As a suggestion the resource could be laminated and completed by students using OHP pens and then cleaned off for future use with other pupils.
These sheets could even be used as a short progress test with students too.
An answer sheet is included for both worksheets for teachers.