A worksheet on writing chemical formulae, with answers. Two versions are included, PowerPoint and Word. In this worksheet, students will develop the skills of: Using a particle diagram to identify which elements are in a compound, and the relative numbers of atoms of each element in the compound Using particle diagrams and/or written information to write the chemical formulae for compounds Naming familiar two-element compounds Drawing particle diagrams for compounds This worksheet is scaffolded with some gaps filled in to model how to correctly complete the table. This is based on the KS3 Activate curriculum, from Chapter 2 “Elements, atoms and compounds” from Activate 1. However, this should be suitable for any KS3 class or lower ability KS4 class studying chemical formulae.

This is a worksheet designed for a KS3 class studying the structure of a flower. Students use the key word bank to identify and label the key reproductive organs in a flower (anther, carpel, filament, ovary, stamen, stigma, style). Students will also describe the function of each reproductive organ. Students can select the correct function from the support box. Includes an answer key. These definitions are in line with the KS3 Activate curriculum.

A colour coded worksheet with ramped questions designed to teach students to independently write word equations for reactions between a metal and oxygen. Designed for a KS3 lower ability class, but could be suitable the whole way up to year 11. Contains an example and 12 questions for students to attempt. Contains answers.

A revision placemat designed for a lower ability year 10 class for the ‘electrolysis’ topic. It is well scaffolded. The placemat covers: Labelling cathode, anode, cations, anions, electrolytes Reactivity series The general process of electrolysis Predicting the products of electrolysis of molten ionic compounds The general rules for the electrolysis of aqueous solutions Predicting the products of electrolysis of aqueous solutions

A colour-coded worksheet to scaffold writing word equations for displacement reactions. The worksheet contains a description of displacement reactions, a reactivity series for reference, an example of a completed word equation, and 15 questions for students to attempt ramped in difficulty. Eventually students should work up to writing word equations for displacement reactions without needing the colour coding.

This resource is based on the AQA GCSE Combined Science syllabus, and was designed for a lower set year 9 group. It is useful as a support sheet throughout the topic, or as a revision tool at the end of the unit. The resource covers the structures and properties of: Diamond Graphite Graphene Buckminsterfullerene Carbon nanotubes

A revision placemat designed for a higher ability year 7 class based on using and interpreting periodic tables. It could be used for a lower ability KS4 class. The resource contains two different versions, a ‘challenge’ sheet and a ‘support’ sheet. There are only slight differences between the two. These words can be removed if you do not wish the student to know which sheet they are receiving. The placemat contains: Identifying the key groups in the periodic table (e.g. alkali metals, halogens, noble gases, transition metals) Identifying groups and periods in the periodic table Using the periodic table to find an element’s chemical symbol, mass number and atomic number Defining key terms that describe an element’s property, e.g. conductive, malleable, brittle The organisation of the periodic table Using an element’s melting point and boiling point to determine its state at room temperature History of the periodic table (Newlands and Mendeleev)

This resource is based on the AQA GCSE Combined Science syllabus. It was designed for a lower set year 9 class and used as a support sheet throughout the unit. However, it was also used successfully with a higher ability year 11 class as a revision tool for upcoming exams. This resource is an A3 knowledge organiser that contains information about: How ionic bonds are formed The properties of ionic compounds (description and explanation) How covalent bonds are formed A brief overview of dot-and-cross diagrams The properties of small covalent molecules (description and explanation)

A revision placemat designed for KS3 sutdents based on nutrition. This could also be suitable for lower ability KS4 students. The revision placemat covers: Which nutrients are found in which foods The function of each nutrient in the body Labelling the digestive system The action of protease, lipase and amylase Labelling the parts of an enzyme / Lock and key theory Food tests Effect of temperature on enzymes

Revision placemat designed to review topic 4.1.1 from AQA Combined Science, Biology paper 1. This topic is on cell biology and microscopy. This revision placemat covers: Labelling animal and plant cells Matching organelles to their functions Magnification calculations Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells Examples of tissues, organs and organ systems in animals and plants Specialised cells and their adaptations

A knowledge organiser on giant covalent structures designed as a tool to support students with designing flashcards at the end of a unit. Could also be used to support a lower ability class / SEND pupils throughout the topic, or for a classroom display. This resource is based on content from the AQA GCSE Combined Science specification. The knowledge organiser covers the structure and properties of the following structures, including explanations for their properties that are aligned with mark schemes for typical exam questions: Diamond Graphite Graphene Fullerenes (Buckminsterfullerene and carbon nanotubes) Silicon dioxide / Silica

This is a knowledge organiser which contains the fundamental principles from the ‘Sound’ topic from KS3 Activate 1. This would be suitable for a KS3 Physics class studying sound from any curriculum. I used this to support my year 7 class with writing their own flashcards as end of unit revision, but it could have many applications. It is designed to be visual with diagrams to support the text and key vocabulary in bold. This knowledge organiser contains a brief overview of the following areas: Features of waves (amplitude, wavelength, peak, trough) Longitudinal vs transverse waves Sound (how sound travels) Volume and pitch (frequency and amplitude) The ear Echoes and ultrasound Superposition

This is a knowledge organiser which contains the fundamental principles from the ‘Light’ topic from KS3 Activate 1. This would be suitable for a KS3 Physics class studying light from any curriculum. I used this to support my year 7 class with writing their own flashcards as end of unit revision, but it could have many applications. It is designed to be visual with diagrams to support the text and key vocabulary in bold. This knowledge organiser contains a brief overview of the following areas: Transparent, translucent, opaque objects How we see non-luminous objects Reflection - virtual images, law of reflection Refraction Structure and function of the eye Cameras - comparisons to the eye Primary and secondary colours of light Dispersion

A knowledge organiser containing the fundamental information from the AQA GCSE Biology topic ‘Communicable diseases’, presented in a visual way with diagrams and key vocabulary in bold. I used this as a visual aid for a lower ability year 9 class when asking them to write their own flashcards for revision, but there are many applications of this. The methods of transmission and symptoms of each communicable disease are described. This knowledge organiser contains an overview of the previous areas: pathogens salmonella gonorrhoea tobacco mosaic virus measles athlete’s foot rose black spot malaria non-specific defences white blood cells (antibodies, antitoxins, engulfing pathogens)

This is a knowledge organiser which contains the fundamental principles from the ‘Chemical reactions’ topic from KS3 Activate 1. This would be suitable for a KS3 class studying chemical reactions from any curriculum. I used this to support my year 7 class with writing their own flashcards as end of unit revision, but it could have many applications. It is designed to be visual with diagrams to support the text and key vocabulary in bold. This knowledge organiser contains a brief overview of the following areas: Signs of chemical reactions Oxidation reactions Combustion reactions Decomposition reactions Word equations Conservation of mass (using ratios, balancing equations) Endothermic and exothermic reactions

A knowledge organiser from the KS3 Activate 2 physics topic on ‘energy’. Makes a good summary sheet for revision at the end of the topic. I used this resource with a mixed ability year 8 class, they used it to make flashcards. Contains summary information on the following areas: Energy resources (non-renewable and fossil fuels) Energy stores Conduction Convection Radiation Work done Simple machines Power

A color-coded worksheet to help students work through word equations for neutralisation reactions. Really useful to help lower ability or KS3 classes visualise where the products of neutralisation reactions come from. Includes a worked example and answer key.

An A3 knowledge organiser on the Organic Chemistry topic from the AQA GCSE Combined Science syllabus. Also suitable for AQA GCSE Chemistry, although does not include the ‘more organic chemistry’ topic. The knowledge organiser includes information on: The structure and formula of alkanes The structure and formula of alkenes Tests for alkenes Complete combustion of hydrocarbons Incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons Trends in the properties of hydrocarbons Fractional distillation Cracking

A knowledge organiser designed for a year 10 class studying the AQA GCSE Combined Science topic on digestion and enzymes. This knowledge organiser contains: Diagram of the human digestive system Function of each digestive organ Model for enzyme action Lock and key theory for enzyme action Effect of temperature on enzymes (graph and explanations) Effect of pH on enzymes (graph and explanations) Digestive enzymes (amylase, protease, lipase) with diagrams Food tests (iodine, Benedict’s, Biuret, Sudan III)

A revision mat for a KS3 class studying electricity and magnetism. This revision placemat is designed for a top set year 8 class. This revision placemat covers: Circuit symbols The role of each component in a circuit The rules for current in series and parallel circuits Potential difference Drawing voltmeters in parallel Resistance Static electricity in terms of electrons / distribution of charge Magnetism - attraction and repulsion Magnetic fields Electromagnetism (what is it, how can the strength be changed, what are the uses)