Latest 2026 Version This is a complete Teaching and Knowledge booklet on the KS3 topic of Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table. It is intended for teaching Year 7 students. It is a resource I have created during the development of a brand new curriculum based on the National Curriculum for KS3 Science. Along with the Teaching/Knowledge booklet, there are also 3 assessment pieces included: Concept Question (Substantive Knowledge) Working Scientifically Question (Disciplinary Knowledge) Multiple-Choice Assessment (Summative) You therefore have an entire standalone topic to pick up and teach, as well as assessments to set your students. The booklet is intended to replace PowerPoint! No more boring slides that keep you on rails. Teach from the booklet! - I do this by uploading it on to OneNote, or displaying under a visualiser. It is intended to be printed for each student to have in front of them whilst being taught. With OneNote, you will then have infinite canvas to explore areas in more detail, add diagrams, model questions etc. The booklet contains: Full lessons/chapters Detailed theory Accessible diagrams Do Now activities (8 question) for each lesson MWB/Knowledge Check Questions Learning Activities Independent Practice Questions Exam Style Questions Summary Questions Notes Pages for Modelling/Practice This resource would be excellent if you are thinking of transitioning to a bookletised curriculum, or if you need a more updated booklet for your current curriculum.

Lesson 1 of 6.3 - Manipulating Genomes A PowerPoint based lesson on DNA sequencing, for the current (2015 onward) OCR A Level Biology specification. Contains an excellent animation that I've made on Pyrosequencing. Also includes a handout on pyrosequencing, and a link to a very informative video.

Lesson 4 of 6.3 - Manipulating Genomes A PowerPoint based lesson on Genetic Engineering that can be taught from as it is, so you don't have to worry about planning a lesson. The presentation covers the key points students need to know about Genetic Engineering and includes a video that explains its uses and importance. There is also an exam question that can be used to assess the progress students have made.

An A Level Biology lesson that was graded as outstanding, on Enzyme Inhibitors. Could be used for any spec, but was designed to fit the new OCR Biology A-level. Fully differentiated, with links to degree-level biology.

A fully prepared lesson that includes a PowerPoint presentation that is ready to teach from. A full lesson is ready for you to use so you do not need to worry about planning. The lesson also includes worksheets that can be used as activities to assess progress of students. This lesson focuses on different types of fuels and their properties. What makes a useful fuel? It also covers complete combustion and the products of the reaction.

This resources includes a 48 mark test that takes 50-55 minutes (so ideal for use in a single lesson). It covers all aspects of the photosynthesis topic for most specifications, although it is geared towards the new OCR A level biology spec. Topics include: - Chloroplasts and pigments. - Light dependent and independent reactions. - Factors affecting photosynthesis. There is also a mark scheme included.

A full lesson on Natural and Artificial Plant Clones for the 6.4 Cloning & Biotechnology topic. This lesson is specifically for the new OCR A Level Biology specification, but could be used for any exam board if adapted. There is no need for you to plan a lesson, as everything you need to deliver the lesson is included. There is an exam question that you can use to assess progress and also handouts required for activities that are built into the lesson.

A full lesson on Microorganisms and Food production for the 6.4 Cloning & Biotechnology topic. This lesson is specifically for the new OCR A Level Biology specification, but could be used for any exam board if adapted. The lesson focuses on how microorganisms are used in the dairy industry to produce yoghurt and cheese, in baking and producing alcoholic beverages such as beer and wine. There is no need for you to plan a lesson, as everything you need to deliver the lesson is included. There is an exam question that you can use to assess progress.

Detailed PowerPoint presentation that is packed with revision notes/slides and many exam questions with full mark schemes.

A fully prepared lesson that includes a PowerPoint presentation that is ready to teach from. A full lesson is ready for you to use so you do not need to worry about planning. The lesson also includes worksheets that can be used as activities to assess progress of students. This lesson focuses on how the combustion of fuels results in environmental issues such as acid rain. The combustion of fuel releases sulphur dioxide and oxides of nitrogen. There are also worksheets that can be used to assess progress.

A pack of essay questions to help student revise for exams and develop QWC skills.

A full lesson on Immobilised Enzymes for the 6.4 Cloning & Biotechnology topic. This lesson is specifically for the new OCR A Level Biology specification, but could be used for any exam board if adapted. The lesson focuses on how enzymes can be immobilised in order to maximise the yield of biotechnological reactions. There is no need for you to plan a lesson, as everything you need to deliver the lesson is included.

This is a lesson on Predator Prey Relationships for the AQA Ecology module for the new 9-1 science course. It includes a PowerPoint lesson that is ready to teach from. There is also an assessed task that has a full mark scheme and teacher assessment sheet that you can tailor for your own teaching and school. There is also a video on predators. The assessed task is fully embedded into the PowerPoint with instructions for you to project. Learning Objectives: Understand that predators and prey populations are linked. Success Criteria: Describe how changes in one population affect another. Explain interdependent relationships. Explain how predator-prey populations have cyclical changes. The lesson covers ideas about predator and prey interactions, interdependence, cyclic fluctuations.

A PowerPoint based lesson on how plant diseases are spread, the pathogens that cause them and the defences that plants have against disease, for the current (2015 onward) OCR A Level Biology specification. The lesson focuses on: 1. Spread of plant diseases. 2. The pathogens that cause plant diseases. 3. Specific plant diseases. 4. The defences that plants have against pathogens (including production of callose). The PowerPoint is very informative and can be used a the focal point of the lesson. Also included are: A handout that can be used to answer questions on plant diseases. A diagram outlining callose production.

A full lesson on Cloning Animals for the 6.4 Cloning & Biotechnology topic. This lesson is specifically for the new OCR A Level Biology specification, but could be used for any exam board if adapted. There is no need for you to plan a lesson, as everything you need to deliver the lesson is included. There is an additional file that contains a table required for an activity that is built into the lesson.

Lesson 2 of 6.3 - Manipulating Genomes A PowerPoint based lesson on DNA profiling, for the current (2015 onward) OCR A Level Biology specification. Contains a PowerPoint presentation that covers: Gel electrophoresis DNA profiling DNA probes Also contains a possible research-based homework on DNA profiling.

An excellent tool for preparing your students for their A Level Biology exams. This pack contains 17 files that are jam-packed with revision notes and exam questions, all complete with mark schemes. Topics covered in this pack: 1. Causes of Disease 2. Cells and Movement In and Out of Them 3. Coronary Heart Disease 4. Enzymes and the Digestive System 5. Immunity 6. The Heart and Heart Disease 7. Immunity 8. The Lungs and Lung Disease This pack contains 72 questions on the above topics, making it a great resource for students during revision.

An excellent resource for teaching about the light independent stage of photosynthesis, as required for the new OCR A Level specification. The PowerPoint is ready to teach from, so you don't need to worry about planning a lesson. There are also diagrams for students to label and a plenary exam question with answers. There is an excellent explanation of the reactions that occur during the light independent stage, that took me hours to create! It takes students all the way through the Calvin Cycle and how the products of the light dependent stage are used to drive the light independent stage. The lesson has been tailored to meet the specification so you needn't worry about missing any content. Check out my other lessons for the rest of the topic - There is a lesson on the light dependent stage that I have created.

53 slides of revision material and exam questions. Topics include: Response to stimuli Coordination Muscle contraction Homeostasis Feedback mechanisms Genetic control of protein structure and function Control of gene expression DNA technology

An excellent tool for preparing your students for their A Level Biology exams. This pack contains 13 files that are jam-packed with revision notes and exam questions, all complete with mark schemes. Topics covered in this pack: 1. Coordination 2. DNA Technology 3. Genetic Control of Proteins and Control of Gene Expression 4. Homeostasis and Feedback Mechanisms 5. Muscle Contraction 6. Response to Stimuli This pack contains 105 questions on the above topics, making it a great resource for students during revision.

An excellent tool for preparing your students for their A Level Biology exams. This pack contains 16 files that are jam-packed with revision notes and exam questions, all complete with mark schemes. Topics covered in this pack: 1. Ecological Succession 2. Energy and Ecosystems 3. Inheritance and Selection 4. Nutrient Cycles 5. Photosynthesis 6. Populations 7. Respiration This pack contains 114 exam questions on the above topics, making it a great resource for students during revision.