A collection of patient scenario cards. These can be handed to students for them to write advice on how the mother can make their pregnancy more healthy. Themes include diet, smoking, alcohol, drugs, mental health and a few extra. My first years thoroughly enjoyed the chance to be the doctor for once! Think, pair, share can be used to encourage discussion and debate on this topic. 24 cards.

A powerpoint full of examples and problem solving using the characters from Harry Potter. There is a Harry Potter family tree to be completed. Clues to help them complete the monohybrid crosses and work out the genotypes of each character. Sorting hat cards for random groupings. Past paper questions related to learning included. Two lessons worth of work. Aimed for N5 Variation and Inheritance.

A selection of pictures of either inter or intraspecific competition for pupils to discuss, cut out and sort. Some interesting examples e.g., parasites to promote higher-order thinking.

An active learning game to consolidate the following topics: Cell Structure Transport Across the Cell Membrane DNA and Production of Proteins Proteins Answers included for pupils to peer assess.

Template for Mitosis storyboards (made for N5 biology). Text is included but can be blanked out for differentiation. Active learning activity.