Ecological sampling games Two fun and engaging activities to teach students the difference between random and systematic sampling before taking them outside to collect real data. This is also a great alternative to field work if the weather isn’t co operating! Can be used for KS3, GCSE or A Level Biology / Ecology. Random Sampling Battleships: Teacher instructions Student game board Student work sheet Lessons slides Answers to worksheet You will need: Sweets to add for the game Transect Sampling Game: Teacher instructions Student game board Student work sheet Lessons slides Answers to worksheet You will need: Sweets to add for the game

A fun and engaging way activity to use as a revision lesson or for a quick review of Biomolecules. Biomolecules circuit training Students will move around the room every 2 minutes to a new questions, spread out on desks by the teacher. Students work independently to record their answers on their worksheet. Includes: -Teacher instructions Student instructions 18 questions from A Level Biomolecules (Water, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids) Student worksheet (fill in the answers) Answers on a powerpoint for peer/self assessment. Can be used as class revision actvitiy or set as homework by sending students the questions on the PPT. Designed for Edexcel Biology but can be modified for any exam board and spec. Check out my Biomolecules bundle! Get 23 lessons worth of content, including all worksheets, markschemes, exam questions and lesson plans for only £10 in my store! https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/biomolecules-a-level-biology-23-lessons-and-resources-12334840

A complete package of resources to teach a topic on Water. Includes: Lesson-by-lesson plan / Scheme of work A list of resources you will need to teach the lessons Power Point Note booklet for students to fill in during lessons (matches Power Point) This resource is designed and created to teach the following SNAB spec points: 1.2 Explain the importance of water as a solvent in transport, including its dipole nature. However, activities and resources can be adapted for different exam boards and specifications Content includes: The chemistry of water (Dipole nature of water) Hydrogen bonding Properties of water as a result of hydrogen bonding Exam questions and answers Links to real life examples in Biology - why is water important to living organisms? Activities: Students watch a video and complete their tables accordingly. Water BINGO to test students on key terminology learned. Variety of pictures and diagrams to help visual learners. Links to over 3 relevant videos on You Tube. **Related resources: As part of these lessons, you can complete a water circus with your students to further consolidate their knowledge. This can be found in my shop. ** © Hannah Harrison 2020

A resource designed to teach students the theory for using Biochemical tests to test for the presence of different types of carbohydrates. Includes: Lesson-by-lesson plan / Scheme of work A list of resources you will need to teach the lessons Power Point with instructions Note booklet for students to fill in during lessons (matches Power Point) Self-assesment on exam questions for students Although this resource was designed for teaching Edexcel A Level Biology as part of my 2.0 Carbohydrates topic (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/2-0-carbohydrates-5-lessons-a-level-biology-edexcel-snab-12324797) it could easily be adapted for use with GCSE classes or other exam boards. Content includes: Fun quick-fire quiz to test student’s knowledge on the theory of carbohydrates (based on my lessons found here https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/2-0-carbohydrates-5-lessons-a-level-biology-edexcel-snab-12324797) An overview of the tests used for different types of carbohydrates A reminder of the difference between oxidising and reducing agents A demo for the iodine test Instructions for completing the Benedicts test A fun and engaging Practical where students apply their knowledge to investigating the sugar content of different fruit juices Exam questions and answers A chance for students to self-assess their progress and understanding Activities: Video links Whiteboard quizzes 3 Investigations and results tables Exam questions with answers Summary activities You can find the whole topic of 2.0 Carbohydrates in my shop.

A complete package of engaging and high quality resources to teach a topic on Carbohydrates. Includes: Lesson-by-lesson plan / Scheme of work A list of resources you will need to teach the lessons Power Point Note booklet for students to fill in during lessons (matches Power Point) This resource is designed and created to teach the following Edexcel SNAB spec points: 1.12 i) Know the difference between monosaccharides, disaccharides and polysaccharides (glycogen and starch — amylose and amylopectin). ii) be able to relate the structures of monosaccharides, disaccharides and polysaccharides to their roles in providing and storing energy (β-glucose and cellulose are not required in this topic). 1.13 Know how monosaccharides join to form disaccharides (sucrose, lactose and maltose) and polysaccharides glycogen and amylose) through condensation reactions forming glycosidic bonds, and how these can be split through hydrolysis reactions. However, activities and resources can be adapted for different exam boards and specifications. Content includes: The chemistry of Carbohydrates Mono-,Di-, Polysaccharides with examples Structure and function of Glucose and Starch Hydrolysis and condensation reactions Glycosidic bonding Activities: Video links Twitter challenge Whiteboard quizzes An investigation (chewing bread) Exam questions with answers Summary activities **Related resources: As part of these lessons, you can use other activities (Building Polysaccharides and Testing for Carbohydrates which can be found in my shop here https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/2-0-building-polysaccharides-activity-with-marking-grid-12324817 ** © Hannah Harrison 2020

A complete package of engaging, comprehensive resources to teach a topic on Lipids. Includes: Lesson-by-lesson plan / Scheme of work A list of resources you will need to teach the lessons Power Point Note booklet for students to fill in during lessons (matches Power Point) Homework tasks Mark schemes This resource is designed and created to teach the following Edexcel SNAB spec points: 1.14 i) Know how a triglyceride is synthesised by the formation of ester bonds during condensation reactions between glycerol and three fatty acids. ii) Know the difference between saturated and unsaturated lipids. However, activities and resources can be adapted for different exam boards and specifications. Content includes: The structure and function of lipids The properties of lipids Triglycerides and phospholipids in more detail Formation of lipids (esterification) Saturated vs Unsaturated fatty acids Emulsion test Activities: Brainstorming activities for independent learning Rapidoh! Fun engaging group activity to work on key terminology Video links Homework questions Exam questions Essay question and marking grid for peer assessment DEMO ideas Check out my other lessons as part of the Biomolecules series in my shop: Water Carbohydrates Lipids Proteins Nucleic acids © Hannah Harrison 2020

A complete package of resources and activities to teach a topic on Nucleic Acids. Includes: Lesson-by-lesson plan / Scheme of work A list of resources you will need to teach the lessons Power Point Note booklet for students to fill in during lessons (matches Power Point) Marking grid for DNA project This resource is designed and created to teach the following Edexcel SNAB spec points: 2.5 i) Know the basic structure of mononucleotides (as a deoxyribose or ribose linked to a phosphate and a base, ie thymine, uracil, cytosine, adenine or guanine) and the structures of DNA and RNA (as polynucleotides composed of mononucleotides linked through condensation reactions). ii)Know how complementary base pairing and the hydrogen bonding between two complementary strands are involved in the formation of the DNA double helix. However, activities and resources can be adapted for different exam boards and specifications Content includes: The general structure of nucleotides Structure and function of ATP Structure and function of RNA Structure and function of DNA Activities: Back-to-back mini whiteboard game Video links to Youtube Class challenge - build a DNA model as quick as you can! Build a DNA model out of sweets! (includes marking grid for teachers) Exam questions and answers Comparison table for students to complete Homework tasks Revision lesson I also created a markscheme for a Watson and Crick comprehension activity which can be found here :[https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/watson-and-crick-comprehension-6064356] © Hannah Harrison 2020

**Science of Christmas Quiz - KS3 (Part 1) - Enjoy this super engaging Christmas quiz with a Scientific twist! ** The quiz includes a mix of questions based on a variety of topics covered in KS3 Science. 25 Science based Christmas questions 5 bonus Christmas trivia questions Editable PPT document so you can tailor it to your curriculum Answers Topics covered (in this order): Lab safety Hazard symbols Acids and Alkalis Cells Forces Particle theory Reproduction Light and sound Disclaimer: Please note all of the science facts are correct but some questions are based on fictitious scenarios such as the speed of Santa’s sleigh or Hazard symbols found on reindeer food. *

A complete package of resources to teach a topic on Proteins (part of a topic on Biomolecules). Includes: Lesson-by-lesson plan / Scheme of work A list of resources you will need to teach the lessons Power Point Note booklet for students to fill in during lessons (matches Power Point) This resource is designed and created to teach the following Edexcel SNAB spec points: 2.9 i)Know the basic structure of an amino acid (structures of specific amino acids are not required). ii)Understand the formation of polypeptides and proteins (as amino acid monomers linked by peptide bonds in condensation reactions). iii)Understand the significance of a protein’s primary structure in determining its three-dimensional structure and properties (globular and fibrous proteins and types of bonds involved in three dimensional structure). iv)Know the molecular structure of a globular protein and a fibrous protein and understand how their structures relate to their functions (including haemoglobin and collagen). However, activities and resources can be adapted for different exam boards and specifications. Content includes: The chemistry of proteins Structure of amino acids Primary, secondary, tertiary and quaternary structures in proteins including bonding that occurs at each stage. The difference between globular and fibrous proteins Activities: Video links Students use beads and pipecleaners to create their own proteins A fibrous vs globular protein card sort with answers Exam questions and answers Gap fill activity with answers **Check out the other resources as part of my Biomolecules series in my shop ** © Hannah Harrison 2020

A hands on activity to help students consolidate their knowledge on the structure and function of polysaccharides. To be used as part of my 2.0 Carbohydrates SOW / Lessons or as a stand a lone activity. Includes: Activity instructions and resources for students Marking grid for teachers to use for quick and efficient marking of the projects. Students follow the instructions to create and build two different polysaccharides. They will need A3 paper to create their carbohydrates. Once built, students should label and annotate with as many key words as possible (eg: glycosidic bond, glucose, hydrolysis). Optional: Students can answer questions (no mark scheme for this) **Related resources: Other carbohydrate related resources for this topic can be found in my shop ** © Hannah Harrison 2020

An amazing, engaging resource to be used as part of the 1.0 Water Topic or as a stand a lone activity. Students get hands on investigating the properties of water through a variety of activities. Includes: A Power Point that can be printed to create instructions for each station Student note sheet to be filled in as they go round each station A teacher note sheet with instructions and a list of resources This resource is designed and created to teach the following SNAB spec points: 1.2 Explain the importance of water as a solvent in transport, including its dipole nature. However, activities and resources can be adapted for different exam boards and specifications. Content includes: The chemistry of water (Dipole nature of water) Hydrogen bonding Properties of water as a result of hydrogen bonding Links to real life examples in Biology - why is water important to living organisms? **Related resources: This resource was designed to be used as part of my 1.0 Water lessons (Lesson 3) https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/1-0-water-4-lessons-and-resources-a-level-biology-edexcel-snab-12324622 ** © Hannah Harrison 2020

A brilliant independent study task for students. Students read a scientific article and highlight key information. They then use the information as well as their own knowledge to complete a variety of comprehension questions. This task not only adds context for learning about the importance of folding and structure to the functioning of proteins, but allows students to develop research and comprehension / literacy skills in science. Suited for either A Level or high ability GCSE. Can be used as a stand a lone activity, or part of the **4.0 Protein lessons **found here https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/4-0-proteins-4-lessons-with-resources-a-level-biology-12326661 © Hannah Harrison 2020

The summer holidays can sometimes be bittersweet for teachers. We have weeks ahead of us before restarting term in September which can be daunting. We feel torn between trying to ‘relax’ whilst catching up on life admin and trying to prepare ourselves for September! I struggle to get the balance right over summer so came up with my Pick ‘N’ Mix planner for the summer. Hopefully this will help us return to work feeling happy, satisfied, rested but prepared. List out what you want to achieve this summer. Make sure it’s reasonable and achievable. For example, don’t convince yourself you will edit all your lessons, train for a half marathon and read a 100 books. Chances are, if you make an impossibly difficult and unattainable list, you will feel demotivated. I have divided my sections into Life (eg: life admin like deep cleans of the house or paperwork), School (eg: preparing resources or organising your classroom), Me (eg: A hobby you want to work on or a shopping trip you want to book in!), Health (eg: Yoga / running goals), Someone else (is there someone that would benefit from your help/company), and finally bucket list (is there anything you really want to achieve this summer (eg: Read 5 books, trip to the beach). Remember you can modify this list throughout the summer but it’s a great starting point for you to get all your thoughts onto paper. You can print and hand write or write in the text boxes. Each day You get to decide how many from each list you want to achieve. The reason I’ve divided it into sections is so you ensure you have balance each day. There’s also a section for a schedule in case you have to fit your plans around appointments or meeting friends. Remember, there is no set standard. Some days you may be able to tick off 20 from your lists, some days you may only get around to 1 or 2. That’s fine! You do what you need to do at your own pace. It’s best to start with a smaller list and add more if you have time that day or have completed everything else. Have fun! Enjoy your summer. I am hoping this list system can enable you all to feel productive whilst resting and looking after yourselves. Let me know if this system helped you by tagging me on Instagram @honeybeebiology.