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Spark Science

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Spark Science provides high quality science educational resources for secondary school teachers. From dual-coding, literacy and reading tasks, dyslexic friendly backgrounds, and continual Assessment for Learning (AfL) tasks embedded into all our lessons, Spark lessons will increase engagement, participation and understanding for your students.

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Spark Science provides high quality science educational resources for secondary school teachers. From dual-coding, literacy and reading tasks, dyslexic friendly backgrounds, and continual Assessment for Learning (AfL) tasks embedded into all our lessons, Spark lessons will increase engagement, participation and understanding for your students.
Naming Chemical Compounds
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Naming Chemical Compounds

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A comprehensive, engaging, challenging and interactive lesson package designed with SEN and non-science/non-chemistry specialist teachers in mind! This lesson contains: Lesson powerpoint - including teacher notes and answers in “notes” section Student led lesson worksheet Teacher answer sheet Lesson resources contain: In-built challenge tasks throughout In-built scaffolded learning for lower abilities Various activites to assess progress and understanding that you can tailor to fit any class or available resources Objectives: Students will be able to… Name simple compounds ending in –ide, -hydroxide and –ate Name simple compounds using the mono-, di-, tri- naming system Be able to identify the elements present in a compound from its name Be able to name a compound from its formula This lesson contains a student led lesson sheet, with the focus being on students learning through doing and practicing skills and identifying patterns and reasons themselves. Resources and slides ask students the key questions and develops ideas and concepts from the ground up and address common issues, mistakes and misconceptions. This lesson contains AFL tasks which require mini-whiteboards but can be adapted if these are not available.
KS3 - Joints
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KS3 - Joints

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This is a KS3 Biology lesson covering the structure and types of joints in the body and includes the chicken leg dissection along with pre-made risk assessment and alternative written task for students who opt-out (all with answer sheets!). This resource contains: Teacher powerpoint Student worksheet and answer sheet (PDF and editable word) Alternative work (for students who do not want to do the dissection) and answer sheet (PDF and editable word) Lesson Objectives: Name and give examples of the types of joint found in the human body Describe the role of joints in movement Label the structure of a joint Carry out the dissection of a joint
Pure Substances (Including Practical Investigation)
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Pure Substances (Including Practical Investigation)

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A comprehensive, engaging, challenging and interactive lesson package designed with non-science/non-chemistry specialist teachers in mind! This lesson contains: Lesson powerpoint - including teacher notes and answers in “notes” section Student led lesson worksheet (including practical worksheet) Teacher answer sheet Practical risk assessment/order form Lesson resources contain: In-built challenge tasks throughout In-built scaffolded learning for lower abilities Various activites to assess progress and understanding that you can tailor to fit any class or available resources Objectives: Students will be able to… Describe what a pure substance is Identify examples of pure substances in every day life Identify pure substances from particle diagrams and examples Carry out a practical investigation to identify pure substances This lesson contains a student led lesson and practical which focuses on students learning through discussion and investigation. Resources and slides ask students the key questions and develops ideas and concepts from the ground up and address common issues, mistakes and misconceptions. This lesson contains AFL tasks which require mini-whiteboards, but can be adapted if these are not available.
KS3 Introduction to Waves
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KS3 Introduction to Waves

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This lesson covers what longitudinal and transverse waves are, the features of both kinds of waves, examples of these waves and what happens when waves meet barriers or each other. This is a perfect introduction lesson to KS3 topic on sound and waves. This Lesson Contains: Lesson powerpoint, including instructions for key demonstrations of both types of waves, full answers, plenary tasks, AFL whiteboard and discussion activities Student worksheet (PDF and editable version) Student worksheet answers sheet (PDF and editable version) Lesson Objectives Name the two different types of waves and label their features Give an example of each kind of wave Describe what happens when waves hit a barrier Describe what happens when waves superimpose
KS3 - Tissues and Organs
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KS3 - Tissues and Organs

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This is a KS3 Biology lesson covering the defintions of tissues and organs, examples of both in humans and plants, and the functions of some of the key organs. This lesson may require students to have access to the internet. This resource contains: Teacher powerpoint including teacher guidance and answers Student worksheet (PDF and Editable versions) Student worksheet answers (PDF and Editable versions) Lesson Objectives: Define the terms “tissue” and “organ” Identify some of the key organs in the human body Identify some of the key organs in plants Describe what some key organs do
KS3 - Breathing
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KS3 - Breathing

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This is a KS3 Biology lesson covering the physical changes that happen in our bodies when we breathe (limited to diaphragm, rib cage and lung volume) as well as using the bell jar demonstration of the effect of pressure on lung volume. This lesson also contains a practical to measure lung volume and manipulate the data of that practical. This lesson contains: Teacher powerpoint - including teacher guidance and answers Student printable table (PDF and Word) Lesson Objectives: Describe the physical changes that occur when a person inhales and exhales Describe a method used to estimate lung volume WS: Measure lung volume Correlate and analyse data from a practical experiment to draw conclusions
KS3 - Animal Cells
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KS3 - Animal Cells

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This lesson covers the KS3 basics of animal cells, including their basic structure, the function of each part of the animal cell, and how to observe animal cells (cheek cells) under a microscope. This Lesson Includes Lesson powerpoint with full answers, guidance for teachers in delivery and engaging activities designed for EAL and AEN students, interactive plenary multiple choice quiz, challenge tasks for higher ability students Practical order form/risk assessment CLEAPPS Guidance on practical completion Student key note/worksheet (PDF and Editable word versions) Student worksheet answers (PDF and Editable word versions) Lesson objectives State what a cell is Name the different parts of an animal cell Describe the function of each part of an animal cell Use a microscope to view animal cells (cheek cells)
KS3 Biology - Levels of Organisation
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KS3 Biology - Levels of Organisation

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This bundle is a complete topic pack containing all powerpoints, student worksheets, risk assessments, stretch and challenge tasks, and answer sheets for the Biology topic “Levels of Organisation”. It also contains many student-led activities on the powerpoints (particularly designed to make the learning of parts and functions of organs/joints etc… easier, more fun and student-led), plenary activities. There are also interactive slides to demonstrate concepts (e.g. gas exchange) as well as self-completing slides where answers can be clicked and move into the correct place (great for distance learning students and cover lessons). Bundle includes: Lesson 1: Tissues and Organs Lesson 2: Organ Systems Lesson 3: Gas Exchange Lesson 4: Breathing Lesson 5: The Skeleton Lesson 6: Joints Lesson 7: Muscles Lesson Objectives: Lesson 1: Tissues and Organs Define the terms “tissue” and “organ” Identify some of the key organs in the human body Identify some of the key organs in plants Describe what some key organs do Lesson 2: Organ Systems Define the term “organ system” Identify some of the key organ systems in the human body and what they do Describe the hierarchy of organisation in a multicellular organism Lesson 3: Gas Exchange Name the key parts of the lungs Define the process of gas exchange Describe how parts of the gas exchange system are adapted to their function Compare inhaled and exhaled air WS: Read data from pie charts and draw conclusions Lesson 4: Breathing Describe the physical changes that occur when a person inhales and exhales Describe a method used to estimate lung volume WS: Measure lung volume WS: Correlate and analyse data from a practical experiment to draw conclusions Lesson 5: The Skeleton Label some of the main bones in the skeleton Describe the structure of a bone Describe the functions of the skeletal system Lesson 6: Joints Name and give examples of the types of joint found in the human body Describe the role of joints in movement Label the structure of a joint Carry out the dissection of a joint Lesson 7: Muscles Describe what a muscle is and give some examples Describe how muscles cause movement in the body Describe how antagonistic muscles control movement at a joint WS: Investigate the strength of muscles
Nanotechnology - Uses and Problems
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Nanotechnology - Uses and Problems

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A lesson resource for teaching the possible applications, advantages and disadvantages of nanoparticles and nanotechnology. Lesson/Resource Outcomes: State possible uses of nanoparticles Describe advantages of using nanoparticles Describe some of the possible risks of using nanoparticles Resource contains Student worksheet (pdf and word doc) Complete answer sheet (pdf and word doc) 5 A4/A3 printable information/newspaper article sheets (Reading level 3-4) on the uses of nanoparticles in medicine, electronics, cosmetics, clothing and catalysts Exam question set on nanotechnology & mark schemes
Changing Mass During Chemical Reactions
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Changing Mass During Chemical Reactions

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A comprehensive, engaging, challenging and interactive lesson package designed with AEN students and non-science/non-chemistry specialist teachers in mind! This lesson contains: Lesson powerpoint - including teacher notes and answers in “notes” section Student led lesson worksheet Teacher answer sheet Practical and Demonstration Risk Assessments Lesson resources contain: In-built challenge tasks throughout In-built scaffolded learning for lower abilities AFL activities to assess progress and understanding that you can tailor to fit any class or available resources Objectives: Students will be able to… Predict whether a chemical reaction under given conditions will get lighter, heavier or stay the same mass Explain why some chemical reactions might appear to get lighter Explain why some chemical reactions might appear to get heavier This lesson contains a student led lesson sheet, with the focus being on students learning through doing, practicing skills and identifying patterns and reasons themselves. Resources and slides ask students the key questions and develops ideas and concepts from the ground up and address common issues, mistakes and misconceptions.
Calculating Relative Formulas Mass
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Calculating Relative Formulas Mass

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A full lesson covering how students can calculate relative formula mass. This lesson is suitable for students studying AQA Trilogy Combined Science (higher and foundation) and AQA Triple chemistry (higher and foundation) Lesson Objectives Recall how to count the number of atoms in a formula Recall what relative atomic mass is Define what relative formula mass is Calculate the relative formula mass of a chemical using a periodic table Lesson includes Lesson powerpoint - including recap of how to count atoms in a formula an how to find relative atomic mass on a periodic table, worked examples with answers, and BINGO plenary practice game Optional worksheet with answers (PDF and editable word version)
Testing for Negative Non-Metal Ions
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Testing for Negative Non-Metal Ions

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A lesson pack covering negative non-metal ion tests (halide, sulfate and carbonate). This resource is designed for the AQA Triple Chemistry required practical from “Chemical Analysis”, and is relevant to higher and foundation students. Lesson Objectives Carry out simple precipitate tests to identify halide, sulfate and carbonate ions Describe how to carry out precipitate tests to test for halide, sulfate and carbonate ions, including the names of any important reactants Write balanced symbol and ionic equations for the reactions taking place in precipitation reactions This resource contains: Lesson powerpoint - including starter activity, practical instructions, tables, challenge task, multiple choice quiz plenary, and full answers Student worksheet - including practical instructions, tables, and practical quesitons (PDF and editable word versions) Student worksheet answers (PDF and editable word versions) Risk assessment/order form - containing up to date CLEAPPS guidance as of Oct 2023.
KS3 - Skeleton
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KS3 - Skeleton

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This is a KS3 Biology lesson covering the human skeleton, including teaching students some of the names/positions of key bones in the body as well as the structure and function of bones. There are several versions of the student led activity that can be tailored to teacher/class needs. This lesson may require students to have access to the internet. This resource contains: Teacher powerpoint including teacher guidance and answers Student worksheets (PDF and Editable versions) Student worksheet answers (PDF and Editable versions) Lesson Objectives: Label some of the main bones in the skeleton Describe the structure of a bone Describe the functions of the skeletal system
Electrochemical Cells and Fuel Cells Bundle
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Electrochemical Cells and Fuel Cells Bundle

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This bundle contains the lessons, powerpoints and all relevant resources for teaching the Separate Science GCSE Chemistry AQA content on electrochemical cells and fuel cells. This bundle contains 3-4 lessons of content including: Lesson 1: What are Electrochemical Cells? Lesson Objectives: Describe what an electrochemical cell is and what we use it for Describe how to make an electrochemical cell Identify factors which affect the size of the voltage produced by an electrochemical cell This lesson contains: Lesson powerpoint Student practical investigation Teacher notes on how to deliver lesson slides/content and answers Lesson 2: How do Electrochemical Cells Work? Lesson Objectives: Recall the definitions for oxidation and reduction Identify which elements are oxidised and reduced in an electrochemical cell (H) – write half equations for oxidation and reduction taking place in electrochemical cells Explain why alkaline/non-rechargeable batteries eventually stop working This lesson contains: Lesson powerpoint, containing animation about how electrochemical cells produce electrical current and the reactions that take place within it Student exam questions (23 marks worth) from AQA syllabus with mark scheme Teacher notes on how to deliver lesson slides/content and answers Lesson 3/4: What are Fuel Cells? Lesson Objectives: Describe, in basic terms, how a hydrogen fuel works (Higher only) write balanced half equations for the reactions taking place inside a hydrogen fuel cell Describe advantages and disadvantages of hydrogen fuel cells Evaluate the use of hydrogen fuel vehicles compared to electric and petrol vehicles Lesson resources include: Lesson powerpoint with printable diagrams for students Explanations of half equations from fuel cell (both acid cell (not AQA) and alkaline cell (AQA) version) and balancing them Relevant video links 6 marker question and mark scheme Exam question pack on fuel cells and energy Plenary AFL multiple choice quiz and debate activity
KS3 - Drag and Friction
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KS3 - Drag and Friction

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A comprehensive, engaging, challenging and interactive lesson package designed with non-science/non-physics specialist teachers in mind! This lesson covers drag and friction, the different places we get both and where they are useful and not useful, as well as a simple student practical to measure the effects of different surfaces on friction. This lesson contains: Lesson powerpoint - including teacher notes, full answers, interactive activities, student practical with follow-up questions, and plenary Lesson resources contain: In-built challenge tasks throughout In-built scaffolded learning for lower abilities and EAL (including dual-coding) Practical investigation of the effects of different surfaces on friction Careers links Objectives: Students will be able to… Describe the effect of drag forces and friction Explain how drag forces and friction arise Describe how drag forces and friction can be reduced Students will be working scientifically to: Measure force using a newton meter Record data in an appropriate table use my observations to make a conclusion
KS3 - Accuracy, Precision and Hypotheses
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KS3 - Accuracy, Precision and Hypotheses

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This lesson is the first lesson in the Year 8 “Working as a Scientist” topic. It covers what accurate and precise data means/looks like, as well as the difference between a prediction and a hypothesis. This lesson is designed with formative assessment in mind and a large use of hand/finger voting and mini-whiteboards for AFL feedback. It contains all answers to the tasks and is great for a non-specialist science teacher. Lesson Objectives: Write a hypothesis from variables Describe the difference between accurate and precise I will work scientifically to: Identify variables in a practical Identify data that is accurate and precise This lesson contains: Powerpoint - including quizzes to test understanding, student questions to answer, challenge tasks throughout, and full answers. The powerpoint also uses colour-coding to help support AEN and EAL students follow and understand concepts in the lesson.
KS3 - Writing Risk Assessments
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KS3 - Writing Risk Assessments

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This lesson is the second lesson in the Year 8 “Working as a Scientist” topic. This lesson covers what a hazard, risk and control measure are, what some common hazards are in a lab and how to control them, as well as a practical investigation for students to write their own risk assessment. Lesson Objectives: State common risks from hazards Describe how these risks are managed Write a risk assessment for a scientific investigation I will work scientifically to: Carry out a practical investigation safely Lesson resources contain: Powerpoint - containing information slides, student mini-whiteboard AFL quiz, complete and interactive answer slides, plenary activity Student practical worksheet (PDF and editable word versions)
GCSE Chemistry AQA (9-1) - How to do a Titration
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GCSE Chemistry AQA (9-1) - How to do a Titration

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Worksheet to be used to help students understand the steps in carrying out a simple acid-base titration. Worksheet also contains key questions about the set up of the experiment and the collecting of data. Contains both a PDF copy and an editable PPT copy Full answer sheet included at the end of each document