This is aimed at y8/9 transition to GCSE Biology. Objectives: State what a pandemic is. Describe how a virus may spread. Explain how pandemics can be controlled. This lesson includes: Do now activity Video links to real case of Ebola. Ebola factsheet to help students to design leaflet.

This lesson is aimed at Y8/9 Biology transition to GCSE. Objectives: State the main parts of the nervous system. Describe how the nervous system works. Describe how hormones affect the body. This lesson includes: Do now activity Worked example - easy for students to follow. A simple practical (with template on 1st slide of PowerPoint). Exit ticket

LO: Assess the reliability of science articles in the news. Outcomes: Identify reliable sources as trustworthy. Explain why these are reliable. Evaluate and compare a range of sources. This is an excellent resource which can be used to start a new topic or when starting with a new class. It includes: interactive starter Independent learning Peer assessment Worksheet for low ability