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A complete, fully editable lesson covering feeding relationships (16.1 for combined science but also is covered in triple science) designed for AQA Combined Science Trilogy following specification link 4.7.2.1. Includes: Keyword recall Graph interpretation Scenario-based food chains Partner task with roles Research & report writing Homework + plenary Editable PowerPoint – ready to teach! If you enjoy my lesson, please give a good review, and please let me know if you have any feedback! HAPPY TEACHING

A complete, fully editable research task covering prokaryotic cells (1.3 for Combined Science, also relevant to triple science), designed for AQA Combined Science Trilogy following specification link 4.1.1.1. Includes: (25 slides) Keyword prompts Structure & function matching Extended writing task (with model answer!) Answer slides Size comparison and orders of magnitude Challenge question for stretch Labelled diagram Editable PowerPoint fact file – ready to print or assign! If you enjoy this task, please leave a review and let me know if you have any feedback at lucylabrat@gmail.com HAPPY TEACHING!

An engaging, fully-resourced lesson covering the environmental impact of deforestation and peatland loss. This follows the AQA combined science trilogy specification (spec link: part of 4.7.3.3 land use and 4.7.3.4 deforestation) or B17.4 following the Kerboodle book. What’s Included: (22 slides) Do now retrieval task Clear explanations of deforestation, carbon sinks & peat Exam-style questions with mark scheme Debate: Should palm oil be banned? (and instructions on how do debate) Numeracy: Graph analysis (deforestation vs palm oil trends) Literacy: Formal letter to Indonesian environment minister Homework task with research & real-world case study Plenary: 3-2-1 reflection Answer slides included HAPPY TEACHING! If you have any feedback, please contact lucylabrat@gmail.com

An engaging, fully-resourced lesson covering the use of light and electron microscopes, magnification, resolution, and unit conversions. This follows the AQA Combined Science Trilogy specification (spec link: part of 4.1.1.5) or B1.1 following the Kerboodle book. However this can be used for seperate sciences also. What’s Included: (25 slides) Do now retrieval & thinking task (microscope image analysis and prior knowledge) Worked examples using the IAM triangle Practice calculations with differentiated exam-style questions Literacy task: Define and compare key terms Plenary: 3-2-1 reflection Homework task: Illustrated guide to preparing an onion cell slide Answer slides included for all calculations and tasks HAPPY TEACHING! If you have any feedback, please contact lucylabrat@gmail.com

This lesson follows the AQA Combined Science Trilogy specification (spec link: part of 4.7.1.4) or B15.8 in the Kerboodle book, but is also suitable for Separate Science GCSE Biology students. What’s Included: (18 slides) Do now retrieval & thinking task – recap of adaptation types with animal examples Case studies – adaptations of cactus, water lily, and marram grass Information posters task – group activity to extract and organise key features Critical thinking questions – comparing adaptations and environmental needs Exam-style questions with mark schemes – scaffolded from 2 to 4 marks Literacy task – define “hydrophyte” and “xerophyte”, plus keyword reflections Plenary – 3-2-1 review and self-assessment Homework task – research project on plant adaptations in extreme environments Answer slides included – for all structured questions and review tasks If you have any feedback, please contact: lucylabrat@gmail.com HAPPY TEACHING!

This Big Fat End-of-Year Science Quiz is designed for GCSE Combined Science AQA-friendly but could be used for other exam boards also. This quiz features 7 creative rounds. What’s Included: Editable powerpoint (no external links except music round) 7 themed rounds with a wide mix of question types Answer slides included Teacher notes included Rounds: General Knowledge - Classic quick fire science questions Its giving Periodic Table - Guess the element from clues (multi-point system) Word Smash - Combine science words Music Round - Guess the sciencey song titles and artists Make a Word from Elements - Use periodic table symbols to spell mystery words True or Cap? - Gen Z-style true/false questions Meme Round - Guess the topic based on unhinged, worded science memes Curriculum-linked but low-stakes and fun All you need is a GCSE periodic table and access to the internet! Encourages teamwork, retrieval, and topic recall without feeling like revision *Please Note: ** This quiz contains slang and meme references (e.g. slay) which is designed to engage students in a light-hearted way. Music round contains a list of science-related song titles for students to guess based on audio clips. You must source the music yourself from a legal platform (e.g. Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube). This is due to copyright issues I cannot include. Perhaps do this ahead of time. If you enjoy this resource, please leave a review!

This lesson follows the AQA Combined Science Trilogy specification (spec link: part of 4.1.1.3 – 4.1.1.4) and aligns with B1.5 in the Kerboodle book. It is suitable for both Combined and Separate Science classes and is ideal for KS3 or KS4 learners. What’s Included: (29 slides) Do now retrieval task Guided instruction on four key plant cell types: root hair cells, palisade cells, xylem, and phloem Multiple flexible activity options for slides 10–14: print-and-go, on-board, or Google Classroom upload Structured table task linking functions and adaptations of each cell Practice questions Data analysis task Creative writing plenary Self-reflection plenary: 3 things I learnt, 2 key words, 1 thing I’m unsure about Homework task All answers included for major tasks and questions Perfect for reinforcing plant-specific content on cell specialisation, building retrieval and exam skills, and supporting literacy in science. HAPPY TEACHING! If you have any feedback, feel free to contact lucylabrat@gmail.com

This lesson follows the AQA Combined Science Trilogy specification (spec link: part of 4.1.1.3 - 4.1.1.4) and aligns with B1.4 in the Kerboodle book. It is suitable for both Combined and Separate Science classes and is ideal for KS3 or KS4 learners. What’s Included: (29 slides and a worksheet) Do now retrieval task on organelle functions Clear explanation of what cell specialisation means and why it occurs Real-life context tasks (Multiple sclerosis, heart failure, fertility issues) to deepen understanding Structured questioning for each cell type: function, adaptations, and how structure links to function Matching activity to consolidate understanding of structure–function relationships Data-based graph task with follow-up questions on energy demands of cells Multiple-choice quiz worksheet (included as a printable + answer version) Literacy plenary: 3 things I learnt, 2 key words, 1 question I still have Homework task: Write a Year 7-friendly article titled “Why your cells are built for the job” – includes scaffolded expectations Answer slides included for all major questions and tasks Perfect for developing scientific literacy, strengthening retrieval skills, and building long-term understanding of key cell adaptations. HAPPY TEACHING! If you have any feedback, feel free to contact lucylabrat@gmail.com

This lesson follows the AQA Combined Science Trilogy specification (spec link: 4.1.3.1) and aligns with B1.6 in the Kerboodle book. It is suitable for both Combined and Separate Science classes and is ideal for KS3 or KS4 learners. What’s Included: (22 slides) Do now retrieval task covering B1.1–B1.5 Clear explanation of diffusion with diagrams and key vocabulary Hook question Literacy task: scientific dartboard paragraph challenge Image-based diffusion direction task with built-in stretch challenge Graph-based numeracy task calculating diffusion rates Gap-fill plenary with key vocabulary Exit reflection: 3 things I learnt, 2 key words, 1 thing I’m unsure about Simple, visual homework task with optional challenge All answers included for core tasks and questions Perfect for introducing or revisiting diffusion, strengthening key vocabulary, building data handling skills, and supporting low-stakes assessment. HAPPY TEACHING! If you have any feedback, feel free to contact lucylabrat@gmail.com

This lesson follows the AQA Combined Science Trilogy specification (spec link: part of 4.1.1.2) and aligns with B1.2 in the Kerboodle book. It is suitable for both Combined and Separate Science classes and is ideal for KS3 or KS4 learners. What’s Included: (25+ slides) Do now retrieval task Visual recap of animal and plant cell organelles, with concise definitions and clear diagrams Multiple-choice questions to check understanding of functions and structures Venn diagram task comparing animal and plant cells SPICE-level differentiated questions to stretch and challenge all learners Literacy & misconception task: Identify and correct false statements about cell structures Plenary: 3-2-1 Homework task: Create a labelled fact file of animal and plant cell organelles Answer slides included for all activities and tasks Perfect for building foundational knowledge in cell biology and developing confidence with key terminology and comparisons. HAPPY TEACHING! If you have any feedback, feel free to contact lucylabrat@gmail.com