My comprehensive collection of classroom-based resources caters to KS3 and KS4 science, aligned with the AQA specification. Additionally, I offer a range of distance learning resources to support flexible learning environments.
For the latest updates on resources and new releases, be sure to visit my website
My comprehensive collection of classroom-based resources caters to KS3 and KS4 science, aligned with the AQA specification. Additionally, I offer a range of distance learning resources to support flexible learning environments.
For the latest updates on resources and new releases, be sure to visit my website
During this lesson (B9.3 Anaerobic respiration) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the chemistry of anaerobic respiration in animals, plants, and microorganisms. Based on the 3rd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B9: Respiration chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (28 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Practical activity
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Lesson resources (additional to scheme)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license (alternatives suggested where possible).
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
During this lesson (B5.2 Pathogens and disease) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how pathogens cause disease and are spread between organisms. Based on the second lesson of the AQA 9-1 GCSE Kerboodle B5: Communicable diseases chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (32 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Practical activity (where appropriate)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Classification is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the importance of classification and the key features of the Linnaean system through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
This lesson is the 9th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.6.4. Classification lesson (B6 Inheritance, variation, and evolution unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B15.9 Classification lesson (B15 Genetics and evolution chapter).
The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints.
Presentation contains (37 slides):
● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions.
● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson.
● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding.
● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic.
● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities.
● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning.
● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking.
● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
● Homework Activities: Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning.
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels:
● Level 1: Low demand
● Level 2: Standard demand
● Level 3: High demand
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
During this lesson (C3.9 Bonding in metals) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how the atoms in metals are bonded. Based on the 9th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C3: Structure and bonding chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (19 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Practical activity (where appropriate)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Lesson resources (additional to scheme)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
During this lesson (C7.1 Exothermic and endothermic reactions) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the energy transfers during chemical reactions. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C7 Energy changes chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (21 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Practical activity
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Lesson resources (additional to scheme)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license (alternatives suggested where possible).
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Cycling materials is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the importance of decay in recycling materials through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
This lesson is the 2nd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.2.2 How materials are cycled lesson (B7 Ecology unit unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B17.2 Materials cycling lesson (B17 Organising an ecosystem chapter).
The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints.
Presentation contains (26 slides):
● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions.
● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson.
● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding.
● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic.
● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities.
● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning.
● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking.
● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
● Homework Activities: Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning.
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels.
● Level 1: Low demand
● Level 2: Standard demand
● Level 3: High demand
This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study.
Cycling materials Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
Global warming’s impact on biodiversity is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the causes and effects of global warming, and how it is impacting biodiversity through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
This lesson is the 5th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.3.5 Global warming lesson (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.5 Global warming lesson (B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems chapter).
The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints.
Presentation contains (30 slides)-
● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions.
● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson.
● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding.
● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic.
● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities.
● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning.
● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking.
● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels.
● Level 1: Low demand
● Level 2: Standard demand
● Level 3: High demand
This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study.
Global warming’s impact on biodiversity
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
This ready-to-use cover lesson, based on my rates of reactions lesson, allows GCSE students to work independently and develop their understanding of how to measure and calculate the rate of a reaction through clear explanations and engaging activities. Ideal for unexpected staff absences.
This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA GCSE 4.6.1.1 Rate of reaction topic and OUP Kerboodle Scheme C8.1, Rate of reaction lesson.
Resource includes:
● Teacher guide (Page 1): Clear instructions on what to print (answer sheet & student worksheet) and any additional resources needed (e.g., graph paper, coloured pencils).
● Answer sheet (Page 2): Provides answers to all student worksheet questions, allowing cover teachers to assist students.
● Student worksheet (Pages 3 & 4 - back-to-back):
○ Clear instructions and explanations guide students through the learning objectives independently.
○ Engaging activities and thought-provoking questions promote active learning and understanding.
○ Fully editable - easily adapt the resource to fit the specific needs of your students and the time available.
Benefits:
● Minimal prep: Saves valuable time by providing a complete and ready-to-use lesson resource.
● Independent learning: Allows students to work independently, minimising disruption.
● Fully editable: Easily modify the resource to fit the specific needs of your students.
● Answers: Detailed answer sheets provide guidance for the cover teacher.
This lesson is also available as a:
● Teacher-led lesson: Deliver an engaging lesson with this fully resourced PowerPoint presentation. Includes everything you need to teach, from instructions to activities and worksheets.
Rates of reactions
● Digital worksheet: Perfect for absent students, distance learning, or independent study, this digital version allows students to catch up on missed work at their own pace.
Rates of reactions Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
During this lesson (B16-5 Competition in plants) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how and why plants compete for resources. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B16: Adaptations, interdependence, and competition chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (26 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Practical activity (where appropriate)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Lesson resources (additional to scheme)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
During this lesson (C6.1 Introduction to electrolysis) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what happens in electrolysis. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Chemistry (OUP scheme) C6: Electrolysis chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (22 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Practical activity (where appropriate)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Lesson resources (additional to scheme)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Human population growth is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the importance of biodiversity and the effects of human population growth through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
This lesson is the 1st in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.3.1 Biodiversity, 4.7.3.2 Waste management and 4.7.3.3 Land use lessons (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.1 The human population explosion lesson (B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems chapter).
The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints.
Presentation contains (32 slides)-
● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions.
● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson.
● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding.
● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic.
● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities.
● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning.
● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking.
● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels.
● Level 1: Low demand
● Level 2: Standard demand
● Level 3: High demand
This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study.
Human population growth Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
During this lesson (B5-9 Human defence responses) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how the body protects itself from pathogens. Based on the 9th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B5: Communicable diseases chapter.
*Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. *
Presentation contains (31 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Practical activity (where appropriate)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Lesson resources (additional to scheme)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
Air pollution is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of the main sources of air pollution and problems associated with it through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
This lesson is the 3rd in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.3.2 Waste management lesson (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.3 Air pollution lesson (B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems chapter).
The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints.
Presentation contains (35 slides)-
● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions.
● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson.
● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding.
● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic.
● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities.
● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning.
● Practical Activity: Hands-on experience to apply concepts and gain practical skills.
● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking.
● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
● Homework Activities: Varied homework tasks to cater to individual needs and promote independent learning.
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels.
● Level 1: Low demand
● Level 2: Standard demand
● Level 3: High demand
This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study.
Air pollution Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
During this fully resourced lesson on DNA and the genome GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what the genome is and that DNA is the molecule of inheritance.
This is the 4th lesson in a series of 10 and covers the content of -
AQA Spec Ref- 4.6.1.4 DNA from B6 Reproduction unit.
AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B13.4 DNA and the genome from B13 Reproduction chapter.
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Level 1: Low demand
Level 2: Standard demand
Level 3: High demand
Presentation contains (27 slides)-
Teacher and technician notes
Bell work activity
Clear lesson aims, objectives & success criteria
Information slides with differentiated content
Differentiated activities (group work)
Practical activity
Differentiated questions with answers for self-assessment
Student worksheets / handouts
This lesson is also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for absent students to catch-up missed work, distance learning, home schooling, or independent study.
DNA and the genome Distance learning
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
Sustainable food production is a comprehensive lesson designed to help GCSE students develop their understanding of why sustainable food production is important and give examples of sustainable food production methods through engaging activities and differentiated instruction.
This lesson is the 12th in a series of lessons and covers the content from the AQA 4.7.5.3 Sustainable fisheries and 4.7.5.4 Role of biotechnology lesson (B7 Ecology unit), and AQA GCSE Biology OUP Scheme B18.12 Sustainable food production lesson (B18 Biodiversity and ecosystems chapter).
The lesson includes all necessary resources, making it easy to implement in your classroom and the lesson’s text is adaptable, allowing you to adjust the duration and depth of the activities based on your students’ progress and time constraints.
Presentation contains (26 slides):
● Lesson Prep and Technician Notes: Guidance notes for teachers to prepare the lesson and technician instructions.
● Bell Work / Do Now Activity: Engaging task to activate student prior knowledge and set the stage for the lesson.
● Clear Lesson Aim, Objectives & Success Criteria: Explicitly defined learning targets to guide students and measure their understanding.
● Discussion Slides: Thought-provoking prompts and questions to introduce the topic.
● Information Slides with Levelled Content: Varied levels of information catering to diverse learning styles and abilities.
● Differentiated Activities (Group Work): Collaborative tasks in small groups to encourage active participation and enhance learning.
● Differentiated Questions with Answers: Comprehensive questions with accompanying solutions for self-assessment and note-taking.
● Student Worksheets/Handouts: Printable materials for students to complete and gather notes.
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content Grades 1-9, with three levels of demand to accommodate different learning styles and levels.
● Level 1: Low demand
● Level 2: Standard demand
● Level 3: High demand
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
info@cmgsciencelessons.com
During this lesson (B1.9 Active transport) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how active transport works and its importance in cells. Based on the 9th lesson from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B1: Cell structure and transport chapter.
*Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. *
Presentation contains (22 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Practical activity (where appropriate)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
During this lesson (P3.5 Big energy issues) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the need for a base load of electricity and how supply and demand are managed. Based on the 5th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Physics (OUP scheme) P3: Energy resources chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (20 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Lesson resources (additional to scheme)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
During this lesson (B6.2 Antibiotics and painkillers) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how antibiotics and painkillers can be used to treat disease. Based on the 2nd from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B6: Preventing and treating disease chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (28 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Lesson resources (additional to scheme)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
cmgeducationresources@gmail.com
During this lesson (P1-8 Electrical appliances) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of how a range of electrical devices transfer energy. Based on the 8th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Physics (OUP scheme) P1: Conservation and dissipation of energy chapter.
*Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence. *
Presentation contains (20 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Practical activity (where appropriate)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Lesson resources (additional to scheme)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
During this lesson (P3.4 Energy and the environment) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of the impact of using energy resources on the environment. Based on the 4th from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Physics (OUP scheme) P3: Energy resources chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (19 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Lesson resources (additional to scheme)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license.
If you require more assistance, please contact me at-
cmgeducationresources@gmail.com