Lesson 1 covers the CNS, receptors and responses. It also introduces neurones and their role. Lesson 2 covers synapses and their structure/role in the nervous system Lesson 3 looks at the 3 types of neurones found in the CNS which will link into reflex arc Lesson 4 looks at the Reflex arc There are activities and assessments in each of the power point. There are also questions to generate a class discussion and check points.

Edexcel Specification Point: 5.20; 5.21; 5.22 covered. A complete lesson discussing the implications in a global change of climate. There are opportunities for group/pair discussion plus exam style questions and answers to check understanding.

A power point lesson which guides students through data in the form of carbon dioxide levels; global temperature; rising sea levels and glacial melting. Students gain practice in data analysis which is vital in this module. There are also a series of exam questions with answers to support their understanding. This lesson links with Edexcel IAL Unit 4

12 longer response exam questions on a word document. This document can be modified and the order of questions can be changed or removed. The total time for this document is 105 minutes. Mark scheme is included. I have used this document as a timed revision exercise but the document can be used as a summative exam. Topics included: Food chains and webs Trophic levels Biomass and energy transfer Pyramids of numbers and biomass The questions test both knowledge and application of knowledge.

A PDF worksheet with focused questions on determining the time of death of a body. This focuses on factors that affect body temperature and the use of rigor mortis and entomology to determine the time of death. I have included my answer sheet for guidance.

A PDF file with tasks that cover the key information studied regarding Biological Molecules including structure, names of bonds formed and types of reaction. Activities include basic exam questions focusing on structure and properties; crossword to consolidate learning of vocabulary; match name to structure activity. Answer sheet included

A Word document which can be modified. It contains all of the specification points for unit 1. I have included an exam progression tracker for the 12 exams available and have included the grade boundaries and UMS scores for each exam. These are the modular exams for unit 1 IAL but are also great exam practice for Biology A students in preparation for the May exam. I have included page references for each specification point (from the IAL Book 1 and will need to be modified for Biology A). There is also a RAG section to support student learning.

A Word document which can be modified. It contains all of the specification points for unit 4 “Energy Flow, Ecosystems and the Environment”. I have included an exam progression tracker for the 8 exams available and have included the grade boundaries and UMS scores for each exam. These are the modular exams for unit 4 IAL but are also great exam practice for Biology A students in preparation for the June exam. I have included page references for each specification point (from the IAL Book 2 and will need to be modified for Biology A). There is also a RAG section to support student learning. I print these and give them to each student so they can follow the course but also monitor their performance in each exam.

6 PDF worksheets with exam questions focusing on sexual reproduction. There is an answer sheet to go with this resource. The worksheets focus on gametogenesis fertilization pregnancy and hormones gamete structure

This is a 2 part lesson for muscle contraction. It introduces actin-myosin interactions in the sliding filament theory. I have included some PPT slides from boardworks which highlight this interaction very well. I have also included 2 videos from youtube which I find very helpful. The crash course video can be used in either lesson 1 or 2. The Biology ATP Myosin video is a resource I use along slide the boardworks presentation on muscle contraction where students use both resources and their books to produce a flow chart or bullet points explain what occurs in the sarcomere. There is also an exam question at the end of lesson 2. *please note that you will need to enable macros on PPT to allow boardworks to be interactive

This is a whole lesson on a power point slide. I have included a recap of the root hair cell. Students will then watch the video on transpiration to give an overall idea of how water and minerals are transported to the leaves. I have set a mini research task for students to find out how water and mineral ions enters the root hair cell and passes to the xylem. Finally - 2 exam questions (grade 5 - 8)

A formative assessment task which can take 2 lessons or be set as a homework. I set this before the end of topic test to allow students time to clarify the ideas behind the unit. Students can use their text books and tablets but the work must be explained in their own words. I have included the criteria to include in the poster and the mark scheme which would be used to grade the work. This works well as a peer assessment as well as a teacher assessed task.

A whole lesson plan allowing students to discover the structure and function of the eye. This lesson is following the double award IGCSE for Edexcel and students need to describe the structure and function of the eye. I have not included information about accommodation. This lesson is a lovely introduction to the eye and includes an eye dissection task plus a 3D image starter activity; exam question and brief investigation into the response to bright light.

A power point which introduces the structure and function of the parts of a flower. Students then analyse the differences between the insect and wind pollinated flowers. There is a brief explanation of fertilisation and formation of the pollen tube. Finally looking at asexual and sexual reproduction in plants. The power point contains the whole lesson and it is easy for the teacher to follow the plan of the lesson with tasks for students clearly highlighted and check points to ensure learning. I have used a ppt slide from the author clickbiology as I think it is one of the best slides on flower structure I have seen.

This series of 3 lessons covers: the terms magnification and resolution the differences between light and electron microscopes the importance of staining in microscopy; a series of practicals with instructions how to make plan drawings of specimens how to use a graticule. I have included different tasks, some individual and some group work. I have encouraged my students to study independently rather than give all of the information. There are also a series of exam questions to test understanding. These lessons provide support towards the core practical

Welcome to Hollow Grove, a small town surrounded by dense forests and whispered legends of the supernatural. As a group of students on a camping trip, you arrive at the mysterious old mansion rumored to be haunted. The wind howls through the trees as you approach the creaky gate. The story runs alongside tasks to test students’ knowledge and understanding of muscles and movement to include: Structure of a muscle Labelling of a sarcomere Sliding filament theory Differences between slow and fast twitch muscle fibres The escape room is interactive. Students can move objects and click on them to reveal clues. No handouts are required. There are gentle hints at the top of each page but students should click around the whole room to move or reveal clues. It is important clues are solved as they are required to pass to the next page. The escape room is a great end-of-topic task to check student´s understanding in a novel way. **What is a digital escape room? Digital Escape rooms are an interactive activity that promote both individual learning and peer collaboration through problem-solving. Each escape room has a range of activities to challenge the students whilst also covering the specification. This means they are an excellent resource to use as a revision tool. All of the activities are online, eliminating the need for printing materials **How does the escape room work? Students will be given a link to access the digital escape room. You do not need to provide an email address or have a Google account to access the material. Escape rooms can be completed on laptops, tablets and mobile phones, so they can be set as homework or used in cover lessons. **Starting the Task • Give students the link to the escape room • Students can enjoy working through the challenges with a partner but they can be completed alone. • Students will need to look closely at the images. Some objects can be moved to reveal clues, other need to be clicked on. • There is a teacher answer sheet provided if you need to guide students. Hints also appear on the screen after one minute.

A lesson which introduces the idea of electrical activity in the heart, including the roles of SAN; AVN and bundles of His. It also includes how to interpret an ECG. This a complete lesson - possibly could take 2 lessons. It contains worksheets, video clips and exam questions. All answers provided in PPT so students can self assess their own work.

This PPT introduces the idea that it is difficult to assess the relative contribution of both genes and the environment to disease. It introduces some examples of how genes and the environment interact e.g. siamese cat colour; oncogenes. This lesson is for promoting class discussion rather than many individual activities. I have included an exam question and mark scheme in the PPT This is an A level lesson but would be suitable for a high ability GCSE to promote discussion.

A PPT which introduces the role of both xylem and phloem. The first activity is a research activity (8 minutes) where students use resources available to determine characteristics and roles of phloem and xylem. The next 20 minutes is a circus of activities with microscope work (drawing xylem and phloem); observing dye in celery; dendrochronology (tree rings) and transpiration and translocation.

A revision aid designed to support both higher and weaker students. Students have to read their textbook/notes to complete a grid of questions in specification order.Students can complete the grid to highlight areas they need to cover in more detail. Particularly supports ‘hands-on’ learners who need to write information down to absorb it Excellent as a homework task or directed study session Requires minimal preparation and interaction from the teacher - great for cover lessons! Teacher answer sheet provided