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No time to spare? Martin Blake supplies reasonably priced resources designed for science and supply teachers in the UK. Each lesson comes with everything you need to deliver, except, of course, you. I teach the lessons I write, so follow me for regular updates to my catalogue.

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No time to spare? Martin Blake supplies reasonably priced resources designed for science and supply teachers in the UK. Each lesson comes with everything you need to deliver, except, of course, you. I teach the lessons I write, so follow me for regular updates to my catalogue.
KS3 Science Literacy Homework Differentiated EAL SEN
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KS3 Science Literacy Homework Differentiated EAL SEN

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27 Differentiated worksheets, designed for EAL, SEN, and English Speaking students, for each of the following KS3 science topics: Cells States of Matter Electricity Sound Food and Energy Reproduction Rocks Acids and Alkalis Circulation and Respiration Recommendations: Can be used for homework, consolidation, cementing keywords, revision, starters, plenaries Please leave feedback :)
Working Waves Revision Pack OCR G635
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Working Waves Revision Pack OCR G635

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For OCR Applied Science A-level - Working Waves External Assessment unit G635. In this pack is a large (very large) powerpoint covering each statement in the specification (one statement per slide generally). The optical fibre stuff gave me a headache so apologies if I'm missing anything. I've also included some exam questions interspersed with the relevant markschemes for revison purposes, taken from Exam papers 2011 to 2014.
Keyword Homeworks
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Keyword Homeworks

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These are just simple homework sheets to help with definitions. More to be added as I do them. I found they worked well at the end of a unit and just reiterated some of the main keywords expected at KS3. Obviously these can be catered for different classes and abilities. Hope they help. If you have any suggestions, leave a comment. I can take it *sob.
KS3 Physics - Convection
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KS3 Physics - Convection

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A powerpoint lesson on convection. Objectives: To define heat transfer by convection To describe an example of convection To explain why convection happens Includes: Starter Potassium Permanganate Demo Definition Examples Gap exercise Application with Convection heater True or False
2015 to 2016 GCSE AQA Additional Science Revision Calendar
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2015 to 2016 GCSE AQA Additional Science Revision Calendar

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What you get for your money: A revision calendar from 1st Sept to July 2015 AQA Science A Core & Additional content statements in a numbered list for each unit. As the title suggests, a simple excel revision calendar for year 11 2015 to 2016 cohort. It includes all the AQA content statements and works on the basis that students study one statement from each discipline a night. It provides structure for students who simply don't know where to start, tells them what to revise and when. Useful from the beginning of the year, but if you're coming to it later, adjust the dates/statements to match the time left. AQA exam dates and holidays are marked on, and obviously can be changed to suit timeframe needs. ALSO, if the calendar isn't for you but you are looking for a complete microsoft friendly list of AQA specification content statements for core and additional science, then this is for you; just copy and paste. Best printed on A3 but will fit on A4 double sided, if you don't object to small font.
Power and Cost GCSE Physics AQA
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Power and Cost GCSE Physics AQA

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A straightforward lesson on power equation, running costs and power ratings with lots of calculation practice. There is a supporting powerpoint and a worksheet differentiated D to C/C to A included which provides further examples.
Work Done GCSE Physics
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Work Done GCSE Physics

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A physics lesson on Work done and Gravitational Potential Energy with a supporting worksheet and answers. AQA, OCR, EDEXCEL Objectives: Be able to use and rearrange the equation for “Work Done” Be able to calculate Gravitational Potential Energy in a lifted object Be able to use the correct units The worksheet is differentiated with scaled questions and a challenge problem.
Lesson Planning Sheet
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Lesson Planning Sheet

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Comes attached with QCA Science level descriptions. I found this very helpful when SLG insisted on levelled objectives and evidence of lesson structure, as I could quickly add a scheme of work and adjust it to suit my needs. It gradually swelled as the year went past. Now I only have to tinker my lessons! Hope it helps. Any suggestions, please leave a comment. I can take it *sob.
Unit 44 Astronomy BTEC Level 3
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Unit 44 Astronomy BTEC Level 3

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My assignments and a summary of the course content for planning purposes for Unit 44 Astronomy BTEC Level 3. Useful if you are looking for a starting point for your own assignments or you simply don't have the time to write brand new work. In this resource you get: 6 complete assignments which have passed external moderation A summary of the course content A short test on the solar system Notes on the effects of space travel on human beings Spectral Class information A homework activity on space observatories A worksheet on sun structure A worksheet on origins of the universe
KS3 Being a Scientist
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KS3 Being a Scientist

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A simple lesson which helps students think about science in the past, present and the future. It helps them determine which of the three "umbrella" disciplines (Bio, Chem, Phys) and allows them the choice of activities. I used this as an end of term filler lesson and it worked well with year 7 & 8 (especially the fact or fiction activity) To note: The past is everything they currently study, the present is the fact or fiction activity at the end. The future is a posed question in the plenary, as we don't know what the future of scientific discovery is, though it may prompt some nice discussion.
Home Insulation GCSE Physics
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Home Insulation GCSE Physics

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A lesson on payback time and insulation methods in the home for GCSE Physics AQA Objectives: Be able to outline methods of insulation Describe R-value Calculate Payback Time What you get for your buck: A supporting powerpoint Example calculations (on ppt) A worksheet with a challenge question
Scalars Vectors GCSE Physics AQA EDEXCEL OCR
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Scalars Vectors GCSE Physics AQA EDEXCEL OCR

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A lesson on scalar and vector quantities, outlining the definitions, in preparation for GCSE physics. Physics units starter Supporting powerpoint with problems and examples Worksheet identifying scalar and vector quantities Calculating Fnet worksheet on parallel vectors Challenge worksheet (good for extension, homework, differentiation)
Forces in Motion GCSE Physics AQA
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Forces in Motion GCSE Physics AQA

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A consolidation AQA P2 lesson on F=ma, v=d/t, a=(v-u)/t, d/t graphs, v/t graphs used in a successful lesson observation with a class of 31 students at mid to high grade ability. Order of Business: *The formulas, units, abbreviations *Describing motion on v/t graphs *4 Group activity using worksheets (slides 18 to 25 print back to back). Students complete the front page. Worksheet activities differentiated by science group (Newton, Darwin, Einstein, Hawking) *Science Groups change to number groups and share answers on reverse of worksheet as experts. Calculate distance on v/t graphs Plenary Question NB/ You may wish to change the example problems on the worksheet/ppt to include your name instead of mine.
Energy Efficiency GCSE Physics
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Energy Efficiency GCSE Physics

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A grade laddered lesson with lots of calculations with practice exam questions at the end. Order of business... Starter - match the energy type Draw energy transfer diagrams Calculate energy conservation Calculate efficiency Use Sankey diagrams Exam questions Print slide 22 or the attached worksheet files
KS3 Science Keyword Homework (Complete Edition)
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KS3 Science Keyword Homework (Complete Edition)

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Each sheet is a simple keyword definition task with 10 keywords, which can be used as either a starter, plenary, or homework task. Useful cover activity as well. A bare bones sample is available for free for some of the units. Topics are: Acids and Alkalis Cells Chemical Purity Chemical Reactions Disease Ecosystems Electricity Elements and Compounds Energy Food Force Gas Exchange Genetics Matter Motion Photosynthesis Pressure Reproduction Rocks Skeletal System Space Waves also an excel file with each list included for the teacher. If there are any errors, please comment.
Acceleration and velocity time graphs GCSE Physics AQA
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Acceleration and velocity time graphs GCSE Physics AQA

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A nicely laid out and clear lesson on the acceleration equation and v/t graphs with worksheet support, practice calculations and answers for all questions on the powerpoint, with the lesson plan attached. Objectives: Foundation Be able to calculate acceleration when given the formula Be able to draw and interpret velocity time graphs Higher Calculate the acceleration of an object from the gradient of a velocity-time graph Calculate the distance an object travelled from a velocity-time graph What you get for your buck: A powerpoint with supporting worksheets: A starter question Explanation of acceleration as a vector and the equation, as well as rearrangement options Practice Calculations with answers (on worksheet and ppt) Challenge question for differentiation (on worksheet and ppt) How to interpret v/t graphs with examples of acceleration by gradient and distance Interpret v/t graph worksheet (answers on ppt) Plenary problem worksheet (answers on ppt) Take care and don't forget to review :)
Physics - The Solar System
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Physics - The Solar System

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A collection of discussive lessons for high ability students on the topic of the solar system. Lots of detail in each powerpoint. Enjoy.
Speed and Velocity GCSE Physics
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Speed and Velocity GCSE Physics

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A lesson on speed and velocity for AQA EDEXCEL OCR specifications GCSE Physics. Lots of examples in the powerpoint and a worksheet for challenge, extra practice, or simply homework. I've also included an investigation planning sheet for testing height of ramp on toy cars. Objectives 1. To know the correct units to apply 2. To be able to calculate and rearrange s=d/t 3. To explain the difference between speed and velocity What you get for your buck: A supporting powerpoint A nice picture of a Saleen S7 twin turbo (lovely. Yellow, but lovely) A short history on what we consider fast (in ppt) Oodles of calculation examples and practice (in ppt) A nice interactive slide with moving blocks (you'll need a stopwatch) (in ppt) More calculations (in ppt) An explanation of speed versus velocity More calculations (in ppt) A scaled worksheet with the answers separate for homework, practice etc. You could differentiate by giving the students: A speed investigation proforma (they plan the test given the question - independent learning task) That should keep them busy for an hour ;) Have fun