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DHT, writer and examiner making high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. Ideal for non-specialists, each lesson includes clear explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. The preview video shows you a representative sample of slides from each resource, or you can download one of my free resources. Please email me with feedback or ideas: brainjardovey@gmail.com

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DHT, writer and examiner making high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. Ideal for non-specialists, each lesson includes clear explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. The preview video shows you a representative sample of slides from each resource, or you can download one of my free resources. Please email me with feedback or ideas: brainjardovey@gmail.com
Bundle: Space Physics Topic
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Bundle: Space Physics Topic

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Bundle of 4 complete No-Prep lessons with exam questions, tasks and answers on Space Physics for AQA GCSE Physics (9-1) , covering the complete topic. As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. These high quality lessons include explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview videos show a representative sample of slides from each resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included in each lesson: Starter / Do Now Activity Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. Stretch and challenge where applicable Answers for all questions All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. The lessons were written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but are very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Forces and Elasticity (Hooke's Law)
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Forces and Elasticity (Hooke's Law)

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Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Forces and Elasticity (Hooke’s Law) for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. This lesson covers GCSE Physics 4.5.3 / Combined Science 6.5.3. The lesson covers: Stretching, bending, compressing. Elastic and plastic, elastically deformed and inelastically deformed. Calculating extension The limit of proportionality Hooke’s Law Equation Calculating spring constant Calculating Elastic Potential Energy As a Secondary Science teacher and Deputy Headteacher for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations. • Editable diagrams and animations which help aid understanding. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humourous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. Learning objectives: Give examples of the forces involved in stretching, bending or compressing an object and explain why, to change the shape of a stationary object, more than one force has to be applied Describe the difference between elastic deformation and inelastic deformation caused by stretching forces. Describe how the extension of an elastic object is directly proportional to the force applied, provided that the limit of proportionality is not exceeded using the formula force = spring constant × extension Calculate work done in stretching (or compressing) using the formula: elastic potential energy = 0.5 × spring constant × extension2 Describe how the work done on the spring and the elastic potential energy stored are equal. Prepare for the required practical on forces and elasticity. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Bundle: Magnetism and Electromagnetism Topic
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Bundle: Magnetism and Electromagnetism Topic

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A bundle of complete no-prep lessons with tasks, answers and unique exam questions covering the entire Magnetism and Electromagnetism topic for AQA GCSE (9-1) Combined Science (6.7) and Physics (4.7). Note that Required Practical lessons are not included. Note: The first two lesson (Magnets & Magnetic Fields, and Electromagnets & Electromagnetism) were rewritten and improved in March 2024. The next two (Motor Effect & Left Hand Rule, and Electric Motors & Loudspeakers) which were previously one double lesson were also rewritten and improved in May 2024. I am currently improving and updating the rest of the lessons in the topic as well and of course purchasers will be able to download the new versions for free once they are available. As always the preview video for each lesson shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea about what you’d be buying. I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. Each high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. The lessons go into a lot of depth and take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step. As a Secondary Science teacher and Deputy Headteacher for (too many) years I make resources that I know just work: teachers can pick them up “off the shelf” and teach an outstanding lesson that children will learn from. Each paid resource has a preview video so you can see a sample of what you’d be buying for free. I keep my prices reasonable for what are guaranteed high quality lessons that will save you a huge amount of planning time. Each lesson typically contains: Starters - usually more than one so you can extend the lesson over two lessons if needs be. Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. Editable diagrams and animations which help aid understanding. Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Most “chunked” explanation sections include a set of “learning check quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are uniquebased on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. Answers for all questions All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons.
Evolution of Earth's Atmosphere
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Evolution of Earth's Atmosphere

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Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on the Composition and Evolution of Earth’s Atmosphere for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Chemistry. This lesson covers all of GCSE Chemistry exam spec 4.9.1 and Combined Science to 5.9.1. As a Secondary Science teacher and Deputy Headteacher for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. Learning objectives: Describe the current composition of our atmosphere. Describe how the Earth’s early atmosphere formed, and its composition for the first billion years. Describe how oceans were formed. Explain how photosynthetic life caused Earth’s atmosphere to change over the last 2.7 billion years. Explain why the amount of carbon dioxide has changed since the Earth’s early atmosphere. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Chemistry but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Radiation: Radioactive Decay and Nuclear Equations
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Radiation: Radioactive Decay and Nuclear Equations

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Complete No-Prep DOUBLE lesson with 60+ slides, exam questions, tasks and answers on Radioactive Decay, Nuclear Radiation and Nuclear Equations for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. This lesson is also available in several bundles. Atomic Structure bundle which contains ALL lessons for the Atomic Structure topic (6.4 / 4.4) /teaching-resource/resource-12653879 Atoms and Nuclear radiation bundle which contains the radiation lessons required for both GCSE Combined Science and GCSE Physics. /teaching-resource/resource-12649215 Radiation (Physics Only) bundle which contains the three additional lessons that are only required for GCSE Physics /teaching-resource/resource-12651514 As a Secondary Science teacher and Deputy Headteacher for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Two Starter / Do Now activities so you can extend this over two lessons, stopping at the most appropriate point for your class. • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of difficult parts e.g. nuclear equations. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. Learning objectives: Describe how unstable nuclei can undergo radioactive decay including its random nature. Describe the four types of nuclear radiation. Describe alpha, beta and gamma radiation in terms of their composition, penetration through materials, range in air and ionising power. Use nuclear equations to represent radioactive decay. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Bundle: Electricity Topic
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Bundle: Electricity Topic

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Bundle of 7 complete No-Prep lessons with exam questions, tasks and answers on Electricity for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics, covering all of AQA 4.2.1 to 4.2.4 / 6.2.1 to 6.2.4. This bundle covers the complete topic for Combined Science and GCSE Physics (except for Required Practical instructions) but does NOT contain the GCSE Physics only lessons on Static Charge and Electric Fields. The latter which can be found in this “add on bundle”: /teaching-resource/bundle-static-electricity-and-electric-fields-12671708 As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. These high quality lessons include explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview videos show a representative sample of slides from each resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. Teaching Order Circuits, Current and Charge Current, Potential Difference and Resistance Resistors and Ohm’s Law Series and Parallel Circuits AC and Mains Electricity Energy Transfers and Power National Grid What’s Included in each lesson: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations / questions. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. The lessons were written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but are very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Electromagnetic Waves Spectrum
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Electromagnetic Waves Spectrum

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Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Electromagnetic Waves / Spectrum for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. This lesson covers all of AQA GCSE Combined Science 6.2.2.1 / GCSE Physics 4.6.2.1. As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Teaching notes • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations / questions. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. Learning objectives: Describe electromagnetic waves as transverse waves and give examples that show how they transfer energy from a source to an absorber. Describe the speed of electromagnetic waves and use the wave speed equation to explain the relationship between wavelength and frequency. Describe the continuous electromagnetic spectrum, including the patterns in wavelength, frequency and energy. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Motor Effect, Left Hand Rule
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Motor Effect, Left Hand Rule

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Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on The Motor Effect and Left Hand Rule for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. This lesson covers all of AQA GCSE Physics 4.7.2.2 / Combined Science 6.7.2.2 and is for Higher Tier students only. As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Teaching notes • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations / questions. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Bundle: Waves (Combined Science)
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Bundle: Waves (Combined Science)

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Bundle of 8 complete No-Prep lessons with exam questions, tasks and answers on Waves for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science , covering the complete topic for Combined Science. This bundle contains all the lessons needed for the Waves topic in AQA Combined Science. If you are teaching AQA GCSE Physics then you need the larger bundle: /teaching-resource/waves-gcse-physics-12747109 As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. These high quality lessons include explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview videos show a representative sample of slides from each resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. Teaching Order Transverse and Longitudinal Waves Wave Properties (Wavelength, Amplitude, Frequency, Period) Wave Speed Equation and Required Practicals: Ripple Tank & Vibrating String Electromagnetic Spectrum Refraction Absorbing, Emitting and Dangers of Electromagnetic Waves Uses of Electromagnetic Waves Required Practical: Infrared What’s Included in each lesson: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations / questions.where applicable • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. The lessons were written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but are very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Bundle: Energy Topic
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Bundle: Energy Topic

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Bundle of 9 complete No-Prep lessons with exam questions, tasks and answers on Energy for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics, covering the complete topic (all of AQA 4.1 / 6.1) As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. These high quality lessons include explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview videos show a representative sample of slides from each resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. Teaching Order Energy Stores and Transfers Kinetic, Elastic and Gravitational Potential Energy Specific Heat Capacity (please note this lesson is also included in the Particle Model of Matter topic bundle). Power (Energy Topic) Useful and Wasted Energy Thermal Conduction and Insulation Efficiency National and Global Energy Resources: Non-Renewables National and Global Energy Resources: Renewables Note: I have not written lessons for the Required Practicals. What’s Included in each lesson: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations / questions.where applicable • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. The lessons were written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but are very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Using Radiation, Contamination and Irradiation
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Using Radiation, Contamination and Irradiation

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Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Using Radiation, Contamination and Irradiation for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. The lesson covers exam spec points 4.4.2.4 / 6.4.2.4 and the final part of 4.4.2.1 / 6.4.2.1 (uses of radiation and evaluating best sources) as this part of the spec worked better here. As a Secondary Science teacher and Deputy Headteacher for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. Notes on the exam spec: This lesson is for Combined Science and separate science GCSE Physics and covers all of AQA GCSE Physics 4.4.2.4. This lesson also covers the final part of 4.4.2.1 (uses of radiation and evaluating best sources) as this part of the spec worked better here. The rest of 4.4.2.1 is in the previous lessons “Radioactive Decay and Nuclear Equations” and “Activity and Half Life”. The exam spec does not make reference to some aspects that I feel are important and / or engaging when learning about radiation (e.g. effects on the body, Chernobyl) or only includes it in GCSE Physics and not combined science and so I have included some clearly marked “optional” sections. What’s Included: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of questions. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. Learning objectives: [INSERT] The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Uses of Electromagnetic Waves Radiation
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Uses of Electromagnetic Waves Radiation

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Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Uses of Electromagnetic Waves for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. The lesson covers GCSE Physics 4.6.2.4 / Combined Science 6.6.2.4 As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Teaching notes • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. Learning objectives: Describe the uses of different electromagnetic waves, including: Radio waves: communication, including television and radio. Microwaves: satellite communications and cooking food. Infrared: heating, cooking food and infrared cameras. Visible light: fibre optic communications. Ultraviolet: energy efficient lamps, sun tanning. X-Rays and Gamma Rays: medical imaging and treatments. Explain why each type of electromagnetic waves is suitable for its use. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Activity and Half Life
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Activity and Half Life

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Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Activity, Count Rate and Half Life for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. As a Secondary Science teacher and Deputy Headteacher for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations and questions. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. Learning objectives: Describe what is meant by the “activity” of an unstable nuclei, and how it is measured. Describe what is meant by the “count rate” of an unstable nuclei, and how it is measured. Define what is meant by the “half life” of a radioactive isotope. Explain the concept of half life and relate it to the random nature of radioactive decay. Calculate the half life of a radioactive isotope, including by using graphs. Calculate the decrease in activity / count rate of a radioactive isotope after a given number of half lives, expressing it as a ratio. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Electricity: Circuits, Current, Charge
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Electricity: Circuits, Current, Charge

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Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Circuits, Current and Charge for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics, covering all of exam spec points 4.2.1.1 and 4.2.1.2 / 6.2.1.1 and 6.2.1.2. This is the first lesson in the teaching sequence. As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations / questions. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. Learning objectives: Draw and interpret circuit diagrams, including by circuit symbols correctly. Describe the difference between a battery and a cell. Describe current as a flow of electrical charge and the size of the current as the rate of flow of electrical charge. Explain why current requires a source of potential difference. Explain why current has the same value at any point in series circuit. Recall and apply: Current Flow (Q) = Current (I) x time (t) The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
National Grid (Electricity Topic)
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National Grid (Electricity Topic)

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Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on the National Grid for the Electricity Topic of AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. This lesson covers all of AQA GCSE Physics 4.2.4.3 / Combined Science 6.2.4.3 Please note that this lesson is for the Electricity topic - there is a similar lesson on Transformers and the National Grid for GCSE Physics only in the Magnetism and Electromagnetism topic. As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations / questions. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. Learning objectives: Describe the structure and purpose of the national grid. Describe the difference between step-up and step-down transformers and how each is used in the national grid. Explain why the national grid is an efficient way to transfer energy. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Moments, Levers and Gears
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Moments, Levers and Gears

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Complete No-Prep DOUBLE lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Moments, Levers and Gears for AQA GCSE (9-1) Physics. This lesson covers all of AQA GCSE Physics 4.5.4 “Moments, Levers and Gears”. As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Teaching notes • Two Starter / Do Now activities so you can extend this over two lessons if needs be. • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations / questions. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Bundle: Atomic Structure Topic (Combined Science)
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Bundle: Atomic Structure Topic (Combined Science)

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A bundle of complete No-Prep lessons with exam questions, tasks and answers covering all of Atomic Structure for AQA GCSE (9-1) Combined Science only. This covers exam spec section 6.4 (Combined Science). Note that Required Practical lessons are not included. NOTE: If you are teaching GCSE Physics then you need my other bundle because that contains the three additional lessons needed: Atomic Structure Topic (Physics): /teaching-resource/bundle-atoms-and-isotopes-12653879 If you buy this bundle and later want to buy the three additional lessons then they can be found here: /teaching-resource/resource-12651514 As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. These high quality lessons includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview videos show a representative sample of slides from each resource so that you get a good idea of what they include before you buy. What’s Included in a typical lesson: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations / questions. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. These lessons were written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but are very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Series and Parallel Circuits
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Series and Parallel Circuits

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Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Series and Parallel Circuits for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics, covering all of AQA GCSE Physics 4.2.2 / Combined Science 6.2.2. This is the fourth lesson in the electricity topic. The preceding three are available in a discounted bundle and can also be found: Circuits, Current, Charge: /teaching-resource/resource-12655312 Potential Difference, Resistance: /teaching-resource/resource-12656940 Resistors, Ohm’s Law: /teaching-resource/resource-12659164 As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations / questions. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. Learning objectives: Identify and draw series and parallel circuits. Describe how current and potential difference act in a series circuit. Describe how current and potential difference act in a parallel circuit. Calculate resistance in a series circuit, use the concept of equivalent resistance and explain why RTOTAL = R1 + R2 Explain why adding more resistors decreases total resistance in a parallel circuit. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Energy Stores and Transfers
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Energy Stores and Transfers

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Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Energy Stores and Transfers for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. This lesson covers all of AQA GCSE Combined Science 6.1.1.1 / GCSE Physics 4.1.1.1. and is fully compliant with the new “stores and transfers” way of teaching energy at GCSE. As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. What’s Included: • Starter / Do Now Activity • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Worked examples of calculations / questions. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Communities and Ecosystems, Biotic and Abiotic Factors
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Communities and Ecosystems, Biotic and Abiotic Factors

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No-prep Complete Lesson & Exam Questions for AQA GCSE 9-1 Combined Science Trilogy & Biology. Includes tasks with answers and covers 4.7.1.1 (most), 4.7.1.2 and 4.7.1.3 (all) . For 4.7.1.1 the interdependence is covered but not competition, which is in another lesson. Students will learn about communities, ecosystems and biotic and abiotic factors. A related lesson on Animal Adaptations and Extremophiles is here: /teaching-resource/resource-12622297 and a lesson on Competition in Plants and Animals is here: /teaching-resource/resource-12631291 I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions. The lesson goes into a lot of depth and takes learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step. My paid-for resources include a preview video to show a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy. As a Secondary Science teacher and Deputy Headteacher for many years I make resources that I know just work: teachers can pick them up “off the shelf” and teach an outstanding lesson that children will learn from. I keep my prices reasonable for what are guaranteed high quality lessons that will save you a huge amount of planning time. What’s Included: • Starters / Do Now. • Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams. • Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers. • Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards. • Answers for all questions • All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons. • Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing. Learning objectives: Describe how populations form communities and communities form ecosystems. Describe how organisms in a community can be interdependent, and how this can lead to stable communities. Explain the difference between biotic and abiotic factors and explain how a change in a factor might affect a given community given appropriate data or context. The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Biology but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications. Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!