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Welcome! I've been teaching Science for 10 years and have taught across the full key stage range (2-5). I take great pride in producing high quality and outstanding lesson resources that are fully differentiated and engaging for students. All my lesson resources cover the Activate KS3 Science course, AQA Approved Activate Science course, and the new Oxford SMART Activate Science course. I also produce GCSE Science bundles. For any questions contact me via email: ychebbout@yahoo.co.uk.

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Welcome! I've been teaching Science for 10 years and have taught across the full key stage range (2-5). I take great pride in producing high quality and outstanding lesson resources that are fully differentiated and engaging for students. All my lesson resources cover the Activate KS3 Science course, AQA Approved Activate Science course, and the new Oxford SMART Activate Science course. I also produce GCSE Science bundles. For any questions contact me via email: ychebbout@yahoo.co.uk.
Electromagnets KS3 Activate Science
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Electromagnets KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Physics! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about electromagnets. Students will describe how to make an electromagnet, use a diagram to explain how to make an electromagnet and how to change its strength, and describe how the strength of an electromagnet changes with distance. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. This resource is part of the Electricity and magnetism topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great GCSE Science. Included: 17 slides in total for the lesson PPT Electromagnets worksheet Class practical worksheet and teacher notes
Transition Metals, Corrosion & Alloys GCSE Chemistry
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Transition Metals, Corrosion & Alloys GCSE Chemistry

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Perfect if you teach GCSE Chemistry Single Science, this fully differentiated and resourced lesson supports your students in learning about transition metals, corrosion and alloys. Covering the full GCSE Chemistry specification, this resource is adapted to cover all exam boards. Students will: Recall the structure and bonding of metals. Describe the general physical and chemical properties of transition metals. Explain what is meant by corrosion and rusting. Describe the methods of rust prevention, and explain what is meant by sacrificial protection. Explain how electroplating works. Describe what alloys are, describe the uses of alloys and explain why alloys are stronger than pure metals. This lesson includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets with answers, exam style questions and progress quizzes for students to complete. Enjoy and feel free to leave a review. Approx lesson time: 2-3 hrs INCLUDED IN BUNDLE: 22 slide PowerPoint Presentation with key points, progress check questions, checkpoints, practice exam questions and quizzes. 4x Differentiated worksheets with mark scheme included.
Ceramics, Polymers and Composites KS3 Activate Science Bundle
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Ceramics, Polymers and Composites KS3 Activate Science Bundle

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Perfect for KS3 Chemistry! This bundle has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. It comes complete with three fully differentiated and resourced lessons: Lesson 1: Ceramics Students explore the uses and properties of ceramics . Students will explain how the properties of ceramics make them suitable for their uses. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, class practical worksheet and an activity sheet for students to complete. Lesson 2: Polymers Students discover the uses and properties of polymers. Students will describe the structure and formation of polymers, and compare natural polymers with synthetic polymers. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, activity sheet, research task with information sheets and quizzes for students to complete. Lesson 3: Composites Students learn about the uses and properties of composites. Students will explain how the properties of composites make them suitable for their uses. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, activity sheets, research task with information sheets and quizzes for students to complete. Perfect for KS3 Chemistry and can easily be adapted for GCSE Science if needed. This bundle includes engaging and detailed PowerPoint Presentations with differentiated activities, quizzes, and worksheets. Enjoy the resource and feel free to leave a comment. Thank you.
Energy and Power KS3 Activate Science
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Energy and Power KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Physics! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the difference between energy and power. Students will practice calculations involving power and cost, and compare the energy usage and cost of running different home devices. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, card sort and quizzes for students to complete. Also included are resources for the optional class practical activity. This resource is part of the energy topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. 24 slides in total for the lesson PPT
Motion and Pressure Activate 2 KS3 Science Bundle
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Motion and Pressure Activate 2 KS3 Science Bundle

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Perfect for KS3 Physics! This bundle has been created using the Activate 2 KS3 Science and the new AQA Approved Activate Science course. It comes complete with the following fully differentiated and resourced lessons: Speed Motion graphs (distance-time graphs) Pressure in gases Pressure in liquids Pressure in solids Turning forces Perfect for KS3 Physics and can easily be adapted for GCSE Science if needed. This bundle includes engaging and detailed PowerPoint Presentations with differentiated activities, class practicals, quizzes, and worksheets. Enjoy the resource and feel free to leave a comment. Thank you.
Combustion KS3 Activate Science
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Combustion KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about combustion reactions. Students will learn about fuels, write word equations for combustion reactions, and evaluate the use of renewable fuels. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheet, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. This resource is part of the Reactions topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. Included: 21 slides in total for the lesson PPT Class practical worksheet and Teacher notes
AQA Activate 1&2 KS3 Science Bundle
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AQA Activate 1&2 KS3 Science Bundle

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The complete AQA Activate 1&2 bundle (Biology, Chemistry and Physics). Created for the Oxford AQA Approved Activate 1&2 KS3 Science course. It comes complete with 144 fully differentiated and resourced lessons from each Biology, Chemistry and Physics topic. Also included is the back to school and scientific skills topic resources (5 lesson topic). ACTIVATE 1 PHYSICS Topic 1: Forces 1.1.1 Introduction to forces 1.1.2 Balanced and unbalanced 1.1.3 Speed 1.1.4 Distance-time graphs 1.2.1 Gravity Topic 2: Electromagnets 2.1.1 Potential difference 2.1.2 Resistance 2.1.3 Series and parallel circuits 2.2.1 Current 2.2.2 Charging up Topic 3: Energy 3.1.1 Food and fuels 3.1.2 Energy resources 3.1.3 Energy and power 3.2.1 Energy adds up* (Energy transfer lesson)* 3.2.2 Energy dissipation* (Energy transfer lesson)* Topic 4 Waves 4.1.1 Sound waves 4.1.1 Sound speed 4.1.2 Loudness and amplitude 4.1.3 Frequency and pitch 4.1.4 The ear and hearing 4.2.1 Light 4.2.2 Reflection 4.2.3 Refraction 4.2.4 The eye and vision 4.2.5 Colour CHEMISTRY Topic 5: Matter 5.1.1 The particle model 5.1.2 States of matter 5.1.3 Melting and freezing 5.1.4 Boiling 5.1.5 More changes of state 5.1.6 Diffusion 5.1.7 Gas pressure 5.1.8 Inside particles 5.2.1 Pure substances and mixtures 5.2.2 Solutions 5.2.3 Solubility 5.2.4 Filtration 5.2.5 Evaporation and distillation 5.2.6 Chromatography Topic 6: Reactions 6.1.1 Chemical reactions 6.1.2 Acids and alkalis 6.1.3 Indicators and pH 6.1.4 Acid strength 6.1.5 Neutralisation 6.1.6 Making salts 6.2.1 & 6.2.2 - Metals and non-metals (includes more about elements and chemical reactions of metals and non-metals combined) 6.2.3 Metals and acids 6.2.4 Metals and oxygen 6.2.5 Metals and water 6.2.6 Metal displacement reactions Topic 7: Earth 7.1.1 The structure of the Earth 7.1.2 Sedimentary rocks 7.1.3 Igneous and metamorphic rocks 7.1.4 The rock cycle 7.1.5 Ceramics 7.2.1 The night sky 7.2.2 The Solar System 7.2.3 The Earth 7.2.4 The Moon and changing ideas BIOLOGY Topic 8: Organisms 8.1.1 Levels of organisation 8.1.2 The Skeleton 8.1.3 Movement: joints 8.1.4 Movement: muscles 8.2.1 Observing cells 8.2.2 Plant and animal cells 8.2.3 Specialised cells 8.2.4 Movement of substances 8.2.5 Uni-cellular organisms Topic 9: Ecosystems 9.1.1 Food chains and webs 9.1.2 Disruption to food chains and webs 9.1.3 Ecosystems 9.1.4 Competition 9.2.1 Flowers and pollination 9.2.2 Fertilisation and germination 9.2.3 Seed dispersal Topic 10: Genes 10.1.1 Variation 10.1.2 Continuous and discontinuous 10.1.3 Competition and adaptation 10.1.4 Adapting to change 10.2.1 Adolescence 10.2.2 Reproductive systems 10.2.3 Fertilisation and implantation 10.2.4 Development of a fetus 10.2.5 The menstrual cycle BACK TO SCHOOL AND SCIENTIFIC SKILLS TOPIC INCLUDED (5 lesson topic) ACTIVATE 2 PHYSICS Topic 1: Forces 1.3.1 Friction and drag 1.3.2 Squashing and stretching 1.3.3 Turning forces 1.4.1 Pressure in gases 1.4.2 Pressure in liquids 1.4.3 Stress in solids Topic 2: Electromagnets 2.3.1 Magnets and magnetic fields 2.4.1 Electromagnets 2.4.2 Using electromagnets Topic 3: Energy 3.3.1 Work, energy, and machines 3.4.1 Energy and temperature 3.4.2 Energy transfer: particles 3.4.3 Energy transfer: radiation and insulation Topic 4 Waves 4.3.1 Sound waves, water waves, and energy 4.3.2 Radiation and energy 4.4.1 Modelling waves CHEMISTRY Topic 5: Matter 5.3.1 Elements 5.3.2 Atoms 5.3.3 Compounds 5.3.4 Chemical formulae 5.3.5 Polymers 5.4.1 The Periodic Table 5.4.2 The elements of Group 1 5.4.3 The elements of Group 7 5.4.4 The elements of Group 0 Topic 6: Reactions 6.3.1 Atoms in chemical reactions 6.3.2 Combustion 6.3.3 Thermal decomposition 6.3.4 Conservation of mass 6.4.1 Exothermic and endothermic 6.3.2 Energy level diagrams 6.4.3 Bond energies Topic 7: Earth 7.3.1 Global warming 7.3.2 The carbon cycle 7.3.3 Climate change 7.4.1 Extracting metals 7.4.2 Recycling BIOLOGY Topic 8: Organisms 8.3.1 Gas exchange 8.3.2 Breathing 8.3.3 Drugs 8.3.4 Alcohol 8.3.5 Smoking 8.4.1 Nutrients 8.4.2 Food tests 8.4.3 Unhealthy diet 8.4.4 Digestive system 8.4.5 Bacteria and enzymes in digestion Topic 9: Ecosystems 9.3.1 Aerobic respiration 9.3.2 Anaerobic respiration 9.3.3 Biotechnology 9.4.1 Photosynthesis 9.4.2 Leaves 9.4.3 Investigating photosynthesis 9.4.4 Plant minerals Topic 10: Genes 10.3.1 Natural selection 10.3.2 Charles Darwin 10.3.3 Extinction 10.3.4 Preserving biodiversity 10.4.1 Inheritance 10.4.2 DNA 10.4.3 Genetics 10.4.4 Genetic modification Perfect if you’re teaching the complete Activate 1&2 specification. This bundle comes complete with engaging and detailed PowerPoint Presentations, differentiated activities, worksheets, quizzes and class practical/demo activities for students to complete. Enjoy the resource and feel free to leave a review. Thank you.
The carbon cycle KS3 Activate Science
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The carbon cycle KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about how carbon is recycled. Students will describe the processes that recycle carbon naturally, identify carbon sinks and use the carbon cycle to explain how carbon is recycled. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of The Earth topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. 16 slides in total for the lesson PPT
Igneous and metamorphic rocks KS3 Activate Science
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Igneous and metamorphic rocks KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about how igneous and metamorphic rocks are made. Students will describe the properties of igneous and metamorphic rocks and the stages of formation of both types of rock. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets and quizzes for students to complete. Also included is a class practical that involves the students investigating crystal sizes in igneous rocks. This resource is part of The Earth topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for KS2 Science. 23 slides in total for the lesson PPT
Exothermic and Endothermic KS3 Activate Science
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Exothermic and Endothermic KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the difference between exothermic and endothermic changes. Students will describe exothermic and endothermic changes, and use experimental observations to distinguish exothermic and endothermic reactions. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheet, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. This resource is part of the Reactions topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. Included: 16 slides in total for the lesson PPT Class practical worksheet with Teacher notes
Chromatography KS3 Activate Science
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Chromatography KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about and investigating how chromatography separates dyes. Students will state what happens to mixtures when they undergo chromatography, describe how chromatography separates mixtures, and analyse chromatograms to identify substances in mixtures. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. This resource is part of the Separation Techniques topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. Included: 17 slides in total for the lesson PPT Class practical worksheet and teacher notes Handouts
Enzymes GCSE Biology
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Enzymes GCSE Biology

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Perfect if you teach GCSE Biology Single or Combined Science, this fully differentiated and resourced lesson supports your students in learning about Enzymes. Students will: Explain the mechanism of enzyme action including the active site and enzyme specificity. Explain how enzymes can be denatured due to changes in the shape of the active site. Explain the effects of temperature, substrate concentration and pH on enzyme activity. Demonstrate an understanding of rate calculations for enzyme activity. Explain the importance of enzymes as biological catalysts in the synthesis of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids and their breakdown into sugars, amino acids and fatty acids and glycerol. This lesson includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets with answers, exam style questions and progress check questions for students to complete. This resource has been adapted to cover all exam boards. Enjoy and feel free to leave a review. INCLUDED IN BUNDLE: 29 slide PowerPoint Presentation with key points, progress checks and practice exam questions. Differentiated worksheet with mark scheme included.
Lab apparatus, Scales and Measuring KS3 Science
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Lab apparatus, Scales and Measuring KS3 Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Science! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about common laboratory apparatus used in Science. Students will name and draw scientific diagrams to represent common laboratory apparatus used in Science. Students will also use various laboratory apparatus in a class practical activity. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, quizzes and a class practical activity for students to complete. This resource is great as part of an introduction topic for year 7 students or as a stand-alone Science lesson. The resource is also great for GCSE Science. Included: 36 slides in total for the lesson PPT Differentiated worksheets x 3 Card sort activity
Energy Resources KS3 Activate Science
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Energy Resources KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Physics! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the different ways electricity is generated. Students will describe the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy resources, explain how electricity is generated in a power station, and evaluate the use of different energy resources. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, information sheets and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the energy topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. **Approx lesson time: 2 hrs 36 slides in total for the lesson PPT 4 worksheets, answers included Information sheets/handouts included. **
Work, Energy, and Machines KS3 Activate Science
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Work, Energy, and Machines KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Physics! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about how machines use energy to do work. Students will practice calculations involving work done, use diagrams to show how levers and pulleys work, and compare the work needed to move objects different distances. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets and quizzes for students to complete. Also included are resources for the optional class practical activity. This resource is part of the energy topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. 20 slides in total for the lesson PPT
Energy level diagrams KS3 Activate Science
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Energy level diagrams KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning how to draw energy level diagrams to represent exothermic and endothermic changes. Students will recall exothermic and endothermic changes, identify whether an energy level diagram is showing an exothermic or endothermic reaction, and use energy level diagrams to explain energy changes in changes of state and chemical reactions. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheet and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the Reactions topic and has been created for the delivery of the AQA Activate 2 KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. Included: 13 slides in total for the lesson PPT Differentiated worksheet
Investigating photosynthesis KS3 Activate Science
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Investigating photosynthesis KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the factors that affect the rate of photosynthesis. Students will state the factors that affect the rate of photosynthesis, describe how to test a leaf for starch, and show graphically how different factors affect the rate of photosynthesis. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. This resource is part of the Ecosystems topic and has been created for the delivery of the AQA Activate 2 KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. Included: 16 slides in total for the lesson PPT Differentiated worksheets x2 Class practical worksheet and technician notes
Working and Thinking Scientifically SMART Activate 1 KS3 Science Bundle
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Working and Thinking Scientifically SMART Activate 1 KS3 Science Bundle

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NEW FOR 2022/23: KS3 SMART ACTIVATE CURRICULUM Perfect for KS3 Science! This bundle has been created for the new Oxford SMART Activate 1 KS3 Science course. It comes complete with the following fully differentiated and resourced lessons: 1: Lab Safety and Hazard Symbols 2: Lab apparatus, Scales and Measuring 3: The Bunsen burner 4: Results Tables and Graphs Perfect for KS3 Science and lessons can easily be adapted for GCSE Science if needed. This bundle includes engaging and detailed PowerPoint Presentations with differentiated activities, class practicals, worksheets and quizzes for students to complete. Enjoy the resource and feel free to leave a review. Thank you.
Climate change and global warming KS3 Activate Science
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Climate change and global warming KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the impacts of climate change. Students will describe how human activities affect the carbon cycle, the impacts of global warming, and explain the greenhouse effect. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheet and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of The Earth topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. 20 slides in total for the lesson PPT
Metals and Water KS3 Activate Science
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Metals and Water KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Chemistry! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about and investigating the reactions of various metals with water. Students will practice writing word equations to represent these chemical reactions and use the reactivity series to predict reactions. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheet, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. In the class practical, students will investigate patterns in reactivity of various metals with water. This resource is part of the Metals and Acids topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. Included: 16 slides in total for the lesson PPT Worksheet