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Your ultimate ally in overcoming the challenges of AQA GCSE Combined Science and A Level Physics.
In the face of rising challenge of exam boards, I am dedicated to equipping teachers with top-tier resources, offering tools that not only prepare students for exams but also inspire a deeper love and understanding of Physics.
Follow on Instagram and Twitter for news of newest uploads, sales or to let us know if you've spotted a mistake!
25 Question Multiple Choice revision and retrieval quiz for Section 4 of AQA A-Level Physics: Mechanics and Materials.
Questions take the form of a mix of recall, application and calculation questions covering a broad selection of the topic’s specification.
Ideal for use as part of revision in the run up to mocks, AS Exams, or A-Level Physics Paper 1 exams. Could also be useful as formative assessment within a topic, or as part of baseline testing for year 13 transition in September.
Resource is supplied in 2 formats: As a powerpoint slide deck for use as a class quiz activity, and as a word document to be easily printed as an independent task/homework.
Answers are displayed both on the powerpoint and as a print out. Full solutions are supplied where necessary to help support progress and understanding, allowing students to identify their mistakes and weaknesses. Resource is ready to pick up and use right away!
Updated: 30/9/24 - Corrected errors on answer sheet (Q21, 22, 24)
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Electricity 6 Equation Bundle - SLOP Calculations Worksheets with Answers
Give support to students in their GCSE Combined Science or GCSE Physics calculation skills and equation use with this full bundle of P2-Electricity Equation Worksheets.
Develop the skills required for Level 2 Questions at the end of the Foundation Paper and at the beginning of Higher with this carefully crafted bundle.
Contained are 6 Worksheets with full answers to guide independent practice of all 5 Electricity Equations:
Q=IT (Free Taster)
V=IR
E=QV
P=VI
P=(I^2)R
Plus one worksheet combining the above equations in multi-step 6 mark calculation questions.
Multi-step calculations
Features of each include:
Answer Sheet with full working
Worked Examples
Powerpoint with full solutions
Ramped difficulty
Easy Scaffolding of FIFA routine
Written for AQA, but easily adaptable, these resources are ideal for classroom use, homework, cover work, or exam preparation.
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The calculation worksheet (with answers and slides) is available separately here
Prepare your students for AQA Physics Paper 1 calculation questions with revision lesson focusing on selecting and utilising the relevant equations.
The lesson begins with identifying the quantities that appear on paper 1 and their relevant units. Then students practice identifying the correct equation to use in different situations with an opportunity for AfL. The lesson is designed assuming the students will have access to the AQA equation sheet, which can be downloaded from the AQA website.
The bulk of the lesson is Independent practice, where through 12 worded calculation questions, including 3 worked examples, students identify and use the correct equations from the Energy, Electricity and Particle Model topics. Competence in substitution, unit conversions and rearrangements are supported through use of the FIFA method in worked examples and answers.
Slides for two options of plenaries are also included - Spot the mistake and writing their own question - to consolidate the lessons content.
Perfect for Exam Preparation: This worksheet is an excellent tool for preparing students to tackle calculation questions typically found on AQA Physics Paper 1, and it’s equally valuable for other exam boards.
Included:
Full powerpoint slide deck (.ppt) with animated answers using our clean Resistance Physics layout.
Ready-to-print (.pdf) and editable (.doc) versions (.doc) of calculation worksheets and their solutions
Ready-to-print table of quantities and units (.doc)
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Test and reinforce your students’ knowledge of Section 6.1 Periodic Motion with this 25-question multiple choice retrieval quiz testing the first part of Section 6- Further Mechanics and Thermal Physics of the AQA A-Level Physics specification.
The quiz features a balanced mix of recall, application, and calculation questions, covering the breadth of the topic. Some graph and diagram-based questions are included to enhance their understanding and analytical skills.
This resource is perfect for revision leading up to mocks or A-Level Physics Paper 1. It can also serve as a valuable formative assessment tool within the topic, or as part of baseline testing for Year 13 transition in September depending on when you teach Fields.
Features:
PowerPoint Slide Deck: Ideal for classroom quiz activities with answers
Word Document: Easily printable for independent tasks or homework, with answers
Full solutions are provided where necessary, supporting students in identifying and addressing misconceptions.
This resource is ready to use immediately in class, as homework or as formative assessment to help ready students for one of the most challenging topics in A-Level Physics.
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Updated: 12.09.24 - PDF version added
This is the Foundation tier/Level 1 worksheet adapted for lower sets/prior-attainment students with lower demand calculations, and colour coded variables to aid with substitution and rearrangement.
Equip your students with the confidence and skills to master current and charge flow calculations with this “Shed Loads of Practice” (SLOP) worksheet, focused on the essential Electricity equation: Q=It (Current = Current x time).
This resource offers students the opportunity to independently practice and refine their calculation skills through 9 worded questions, with a strong emphasis on showing full working. This equation appears in P2 Electricity and links the two topics.
This worksheet is ideal for preparing students to answer calculation questions typically found on AQA Physics Paper 1 and is equally valuable for other exam boards.
Included:
Ready-to-print worksheet
Ready-to-print solution document
Worked examples and solutions PowerPoint
Features:
Worked Examples: Model the methods for calculations and problem-solving.
Clear FIFA Routine Expectations: Solutions follow the FIFA approach (Formula, Insert, Fine-tune, Answer), supporting students in applying key mathematical skills such as substitution, rearrangement, and unit conversion.
Progressive Difficulty: Questions gradually increase in complexity.
Fuss-free Feedback: Solutions and answers are provided in a ready-to-print Word document and a projectable PowerPoint slide deck.
Versatile Use: Ideal for classroom learning, homework, cover work, or revision. Adaptable for Edexcel and OCR.
Ramped independent calculations practice for GCSE Physics lessons, supporting students with substitution, conversion, rearrangement applying the equation s=vt to calculations.
Preceded with 3 worked examples solving for each variable and a full worksheet of calculation questions with full solution powerpoint ready to project. Scaffold and support the development of maths skills.
Designed for AQA, also supporting students in the recall of typical speeds as required by the specification.
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Current and Charge Flow, Q=It - SLOP Calculations Worksheet with Answers
Equip your students with the confidence and skills to master current and charge flow calculations with this “Shed Loads of Practice” (SLOP) worksheet, focused on the essential Electricity equation: Q=It (Charge Flow = Current x time).
This resource offers students the opportunity to independently practice and refine their calculation skills through 9 worded questions, with a strong emphasis on showing full working.
This worksheet is ideal for preparing students to answer calculation questions typically found on AQA Physics Paper 1 and is equally valuable for other exam boards.
Included:
Ready-to-print worksheet
Ready-to-print solution document
Worked examples and solutions PowerPoint
Features:
Worked Examples: Model the methods for calculations and problem-solving.
Clear FIFA Routine Expectations: Solutions follow the FIFA approach (Formula, Insert, Fine-tune, Answer), supporting students in applying key mathematical skills such as substitution, rearrangement, and unit conversion.
Progressive Difficulty: Questions gradually increase in complexity.
Fuss-free Feedback: Solutions and answers are provided in a ready-to-print Word document and a projectable PowerPoint slide deck.
Versatile Use: Ideal for classroom learning, homework, cover work, or revision. Adaptable for Edexcel and OCR.
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V=IR
P=IV
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Edited: 17/9/24 - Error corrections, pdf version added
Disciplinary Literacy resource/task based on Alternating Current and the conflict between Tesla and Edison.
Short reading comprehension task featuring a short article of around an A4 page with accompanying questions. Answers are included on page 3.
Designed for AQA Combined and Triple Science’s Electricity topic, used to introduce or consolidate AC/DC. Also suitable as a standalone Science or Physics literacy task or for cover work.
Please leave feedback to help me improve my resources in future.
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25 Question Multiple Choice revision and retrieval quiz for Section 3 of AQA A-Level Physics: Waves. In word document and powerpoint format.
Questions take the form of a mix of recall, application and calculation questions covering a broad selection of the topic’s specification.
Ideal for use as part of revision in the run up to mocks, AS, or A-Level Paper 1 exams. Could also be useful as formative assessment within a topic or as part of baseline testing for year 13 transition in September.
Resource is supplied in 2 formats: As a powerpoint slide deck for use as a class quiz activity, and as a word document to be easily printed as an independent task/homework.
Answers are displayed both on the powerpoint and as a print out. Full solutions are supplied where necessary to help support progress and understanding, allowing students to identify their mistakes and weaknesses. Resource is ready to pick up and use right away!
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Promote scientific literacy in your class and give students an appreciation of the real world impact of science with this disciplinary literacy resource. Suitable as a worksheet or a class-reader handout.
This resource focuses on the the real-world Sporting applications of the AQA Combined Science specification. A reading comprehension task featuring a bespoke magazine-style article describing the Physics of Sprinting, Swimming and Rugby showing physics concepts and tier 3 vocabulary in context. This is followed by 13 questions of increasing challenge.
The text has a reading age of around 15 so will be especially useful with top set, Mable and Gifted and Talented Students. Extension/Discussion questions are incorporated to promote thinking hard.
I plan to use this at the start of the P5 Forces topic to give an introductory overview, but could equally be useful for consolidation, revision and retrieval, or even early in KS5. The resource is easily adapted to other exam boards (such as Edexcel) and International curriculum of other countries.
Please leave feedback to help me improve my resources!
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Created: 27/7/2024
Last Updated: 28/7/2024
25 Question Multiple Choice revision and retrieval quiz for Section 1 of AQA A-Level Physics: Measurements and Errors. In word document and powerpoint format.
Questions take the form of a mix of recall, application and calculation questions covering a broad selection of the topic’s specification.
Ideal for use as part of revision in the run up to mocks, AS Paper 2, or A-Level Paper 3 exams. Could also be useful as formative assessment within a topic or as part of baseline testing for year 13 transition in September.
Resource is supplied in 2 formats: As a powerpoint slide deck for use as a class quiz activity, and as a word document to be easily printed as an independent task/homework.
Answers are displayed both on the powerpoint and as a print out. Full solutions are supplied where necessary to help support progress and understanding, allowing students to identify their mistakes and weaknesses. Resource is ready to pick up and use right away!
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25 Question Multiple Choice revision and retrieval quiz for Section 5 of AQA A-Level Physics: Electricity.
Questions take the form of a mix of recall, application and calculation questions covering a broad selection of the topic’s specification. Graph and diagram based questions also included.
Ideal for use as part of revision in the run up to mocks, AS Exams, or A-Level Physics Paper 1 exams. Could also be useful as formative assessment within a topic, or as part of baseline testing for year 13 transition in September.
Resource is supplied in 2 formats: As a powerpoint slide deck for use as a class quiz activity, and as a word document to be easily printed as an independent task/homework.
Answers are displayed both on the powerpoint and as a print out. Full solutions are supplied where necessary to help support progress and understanding, allowing students to identify their mistakes and weaknesses. Resource is ready to pick up and use right away!
Updated: 24.09.24 Corrected error on answer sheet and answer being displayed on question sheet.
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Build literacy and scientific vocabulary in your students with this engaging and accessible resource that explores the history of gravity! Perfect for a KS3 Science topic on Forces or Space, this comprehension task covers key moments in the discovery and development of gravity, from Aristotle to Isaac Newton linking historical ideas to modern understanding.
Designed for a reading age of 11-12 years, this resource includes a glossary and comprehension questions to help students build confidence and grasp challenging concepts. It’s also suitable for older students needing additional support.
This is ideal for in-class use, homework, or independent study, this resource will help students understand how science works and develops over time, fostering curiosity and a deeper understanding of gravity.
**Features: **
A clear, easy-to-read article on the history of gravity, explaining the contributions of key scientists like Newton and Galileo.
A distinction between mass and weight, and the difference between a hypothesis and a theory.
A glossary of key terms to support understanding.
Comprehension questions aligned with KS3 learning objectives and preparing students for the AQA GCSE Physics curriculum.
Answer key for easy marking.
Build literacy and scientific vocabulary in your students with this fun and accessible resource exploring how waves are used in the real world of music, TV, and movies! Designed for KS3 Science, this comprehension task introduces key concepts from the Physics Waves topic in a way that relates directly to students’ favourite pastimes and Science in society.
The approximate reading age of this resource is 11-12 years old, with an accompanying glossary and comprehension task to help your students progress. May also be applicable to students of older years who need more support.
This is ideal for in-class activities, at the beginning of a topic for homework, or independent study, this resource will help students connect their everyday experiences with core scientific concepts, fostering both curiosity and a love of physics
Features:
An engaging and easy-to-read article on the science behind sound waves, light waves, and the electromagnetic spectrum.
Real-world applications of waves
A glossary of key terms to support student understanding.
Comprehension questions designed to meet KS3 learning outcomes and prepare students for the AQA GCSE Physics curriculum.
Answer sheet for easy teacher, peer and self-assessment
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Support International Women’s day, or improe representation within your science lab/department with these 5 original posters featuring prominent female scientists.
Each poster includes an inspirational quote from the scientist that talks about the importance of science. The scientist’s photo is prominent, along with designs or images that relate to their work, and an explanation of their contributions and achievements.
Featured:
Jocelyn Bell Burnell
Katherine Johnson
Maggie Aderin-Pocock
Marie Curie
Rosalind Franklin
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Build literacy and scientific vocabulary in your students with this resource telling the story of the discovery of radioactivity! Designed for KS4 Science, this comprehension task tackles key concepts from the Physics Magnetism topic, with mention of prominent scientists, and the importance of the electromagnetism in modern society.
The approximate reading age of this resource is 13-14 years old, targeted at mixed ability year 10 students. The text is accompanied with a glossary and comprehension task to help your students progress.
This is ideal for in-class activities, at the beginning of a topic for homework, or independent study, this resource will help students connect their everyday experiences with core scientific concepts, fostering both curiosity and a love of physics
Features:
Approximately 500-word long article, editable for your needs
Size 16 font for accessibility
Real-world applications of electromagnetism
Clear diagrams
A glossary of key terms to support student understanding.
9 Comprehension questions designed to meet KS4 AQA GCSE Physics learning outcomes.
Answer sheet for easy teacher, peer and self-assessment
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Do your student’s know the equations they might need to learn for A-Level Physics Paper 1? This revision lesson is designed to highlight the formulae, equations and conversions that are NOT provided to students on the AQA data and formulae sheet in an exam, (Referred to as “Hidden Formulae” by a previously available resource) while also building familiarity and confidence with explanations and examples of their use.
The relevant paper 1 topics are featured on a powerpoint slide deck (.ppt) file ready to project, with well formatted equations and some diagrams to aid with understanding.
Features:
Retrieval Slide “starter”
Topic-by-topic summaries/breakdowns of the formulae that may need to be - known or derived with guidance of where they come from and how to use them
Shared example question for each topic
Multiple-Choice Question “plenary” utilising the hidden formulae
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Disciplinary Literacy resource/task describing Newton’s Laws of motion. Answers provided. Supplied as editable powerpoint file (.ppt) and PDF, complete with answer slides.
This is a reading comprehension task (around an A4 page) featuring a short passage describing Newton’s Laws and giving examples of when they apply, followed by a definition task for the tier 3 vocabulary introduced, and 10 ramped recall and application questions on page 2.
This resource is designed to match the AQA Combined Science and single science Physics specification for the Forces topic (P5). It could be used to either introduce Newton’s Laws of motion early in the topic, or later for consolidation, revision and retrieval. The resource easily be adapted to other exam boards (such as Edexcel) and International curriculum of other countries.
I would recommend guiding the students to read through once independently, then read through aloud to promote oracy, then allowing students to answer questions.
Please leave feedback (especially pointing out spelling mistakes!) to help me improve my resources!
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Disciplinary Literacy resource/task based on the different ideas of gravity throughout history with a focus on Isaac Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation. Also mentioned is the work of Aristotle, Brahmagupta, Galileo, Kepler and Einstein.
Reading comprehension task featuring a short article of around 2 A4 pages (nearly 900 words) with accompanying questions. This should give an appreciation of how Science works and changes over time and allow them to use key tier 3 vocabulary including: Theory, hypothesis and observation. Answers are included on page 4.
Designed for AQA Combined and Triple Science’s Forces topic, used to introduce gravity, it could also be suitable for a standalone Science or Physics literacy task or for cover work, or even A Level Physics.
Please leave feedback to help me improve my resources in future.
What’s the difference between Excitation and Ionisation? Which is strange, a kaon or a pion? Get your students to spot these and more with a***Dual-Coded Card Sort Activity for Section 2: Particles***!
For each keyword we’ve created a bespoke diagram or image using dual-coding to represent the words on the page. Get your students to match they keywords to the pictures, or the definitions to the pictures and get students thinking hard about these key concepts.
26 Sets of image to keyword and image to definition sorts are provided, giving thorough coverage of the Particles and Radiation section of AQA A-Level Physics.
Used at the end of a topic, in intervention or in revision before Mock Exam, these could be a powerful activity to get students more comfortable with the tier 3 vocabulary and to scaffold their definitions and explanations.
The images and diagrams math those on our dual-coded keyword displays, ensuring consistency and cohesion when used together.
Included are:
Coloured PDF
Grayscale PDF
Editable Powerpoint (.ppt) version
Display
AQA A-Level Particles and Radiation Keywords Display
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