This bundle contains all the resources you need to teach the new IB Biology specification. It includes 40 fully resourced units of work and assessment bundles, including: A1.1: Water A1.2: Nucleic acids A2.1: Origins of cells A2.2.: Cell structure A2.3: Viruses (HL only) A3.1: Diversity in organisms A3.2: Classification and Cladistics A4.1: Evolution and speciation A4.2: Ecosystems B1.1: Lipids & Carbohydrates B1.2: Proteins B2.1: Membranes & transport B2.2: Organelles and Compartmentalisation B2.3: Cell specialisation B3.1: Gas exchange B3.2: Transport B3.3: Muscles & motility B4.1: Adaptations to environments B4.2: Ecological niches C1.1: Enzymes C1.2: Respiration C1.3: Photosynthesis C2.1: Chemical signalling (HL only) C2.2: Neural signalling C3.1: Integration of body systems C3.2: Defence against disease C4.1: Populations and communities C4.2: Transfer of energy and matter D1.1: DNA replication D1.2: Protein synthesis D1.3: Mutations and gene editing D2.1: Cell and nuclear division D2.2: Gene expression D2.3: Water potential D3.1: Reproduction D3.2: Inheritance D3.3: Homeostasis D4.1: Natural selection D4.2: Stability and change D4.3: Climate change This bundle contain the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Student friendly content Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary Now includes end of unit assessments for Theme A (9 assessments), Theme B (10 assessments) and Theme C (10 assessments). Assessment bundles for Theme D will be added shortly. **All lessons can be bought individually from my store, but this resource provides a saving of over 80GBP (too many files to form a bundle) ** Note: Please leave a review, this would help other educators make better informed decisions.

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the B4.1 Adaptations to environment in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of 60 slides and contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: B4.1.1: Define habitat as a place in which a community, species, population or organism lives. B4.1.2: Define adaptation and discuss various ways that organisms have adapted to the abiotic factors of their habitat particularly the sand dunes and mangrove swamp. B4.1.3: Explain how abiotic variables affect a species distribution and contribute to its range of tolerance. B4.1.4: Use transect data to correlate the distribution of an organism using sensors and data loggers. B4.1.5: State the conditions required for coral reef formation. B4.1.6: Describe how abiotic factors act as the determinants of terrestrial biome distribution. B4.1.7: Recognise biomes as groups of ecosystems with similar communities due to similar abiotic conditions and convergent evolution B4.1.8: State the adaptations to life in hot deserts and tropical rainforest.

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit D2.2: Gene expression (HL only) in the new IB Biology specification. YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) This Powerpoint consists of over 40 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Student friendly content Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: D2.2.1: Explain the term gene expression. D2.2.1: Outline how transcription can be regulated by proteins that bind to DNA. D2.2.1: Outline how translation can be regulated through the degradation of mRNA. D2.2.1: Explain the term epigenesis. D2.2.1: Describe the differences between the genome, transcriptome and proteome of individual cells. D2.2.1: Outline how methylation can affect gene expression. D2.2.1: Identify why some epigenetic changes are heritable. D2.2.1: Describe examples of how the environment can affect gene expression. D2.2.1: Outline consequences of removing epigenetic tags from human gametes. D2.2.1: Discuss the use of monozygotic twins to study gene expression. D2.2.1: Describe examples of external factors that can impact gene expression.

This bundle contains 21 comprehensive checklist for the Cambridge iGCSE Biology syllabus. Each checklist contains a detailed breakdown of the content students are expected to know. The checklist use a RAG system (Red, Amber, Green) which students use to evaluate their understanding: Red: Students is not familiar with the objective and need to revise Amber: Student is somewhat familiar with the objective but still need to revise Green: Student is confident with the objective. These checklist are fantastic for supporting students with their revision for either end of year exams, end of topic revision or for their actual iGCSE.

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the A2.3 Viruses in the new IB Biology specification for HL This Powerpoint consists of 34 slides and contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist The following content is included: A2.3.1: Structural features common to viruses A2.3.2: Diversity of structures in viruses. A2.3.3: Lytic cycle of a virus A2.3.4: Lysogenic cycle of a virus A2.3.5: Evidence for several origins of viruses from other organisms A2.3.6: Rapid evolution in viruses

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the B3.1 Gas exchange in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of 90 slides and contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: B3.1.1: Outline the need for gas exchange in living organisms. B3.1.2: Describe properties of gas-exchange surfaces. B3.1.3: Explain how concentration gradients are maintained at exchange surfaces in animals. B3.1.4: Describe the adaptations of mammalian lungs for gas exchange. B3.1.5: Explain the process of ventilation. B3.1.6: Determine measurements of lung volumes. B3.1.7: Outline the adaptations of leaves for gas exchange. B3.1.8: Draw and label a plan diagram to show the distribution of tissues in a transverse section of a dicotyledonous leaf. B3.1.9: Outline the process of transpiration and the factors that affect the rate of transpiration. B3.1.10: Determine stomatal density. B3.1.11: Outline the adaptations of foetal and adult haemoglobin for the transport of oxygen. B3.1.12: Explain the Bohr shift and the benefits for respiring tissues. B3.1.13: Analyse and explain oxygen dissociation curves.

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach Theme/Unit B1.1 Carbohydrates and Lipids in the new IB Biology specification. This Powerpoint consists of 99 slides and contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content The following content is included: B1.1.1: Chemical properties of Carbon atoms allowing for the formation of diverse compounds upon which life is based. B1.1.2: Production of macromolecules by condensation reactions which link monomers to form polymers. B1.1.3: Digestion of polymers into monomers via hydrolysis reactions. B1.1.4: Form and function of monosaccharides. B1.1.5: Polysaccharides as a energy storage compound. B1.1.6: Structure of cellulose related to its function in plants. B1.1.7: Role of glycoproteins in cell recognition B1.1.8: Hydrophobic properties of water. B1.1.9: Formation of triglycerides and phospholipids by condensation reactions. B1.1.10: difference between saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids. B1.1.11: Triglycerides in adipose tissue as a storage of energy and insulation. B1.1.12: Formation of the phospholipid bilayer due to the hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions of phospholipids B1.1.13: The ability of steroid hormones to pass through phospholipid bilayers.

This bundle consists of 9 end of unit exams for: A1.1 Water A1.2 Nucleic acids A2.1: Origins of cells A2.2: Cell structure A2.3: Viruses A3.1: Diversity in organisms A3.2: Classification & cladisitics A4.1: Evolution & Speciation A4.2: Ecosystems Exam exam can be used as an end of topic exam and consists of: 7-10 multiple choice questions Questions using IB command terms: state, explain, analyse, describe Data based question Mark schemes included

This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C4.1 populations and communities in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of over 80 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Student friendly content Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Exam style questions Summary The following content is included: C4.1.1: Define the term population. C4.1.2: Outline reasons for estimating population samples. C4.1.3: Analyse and explain the importance of using random sampling techniques in ecological studies. C4.1.4: Outline how quadrat sampling is used to estimate the population size for sessile organisms. C4.1.5: Outline how the capture-mark-release-recapture method and the Lincoln index are implemented to estimate the population size of a motile species.  C4.1.6: Define carrying capacity and explain why population growth slows down as the carrying capacity is reached. C4.1.7: Distinguish between density-dependent and density-independent limiting factors. C4.1.8: Compare and contrast exponential and sigmoidal population growth models. C4.1.8: Evaluate the use of models as representations of natural phenomena. C4.1.9: Describe the impact of intraspecific competition and cooperation on the survival and reproduction of a population. C4.1.10: Define communities as diverse collections of populations that interact and contribute to the functioning of ecosystems. C4.1.11: Distinguish between multiple interspecific interactions. C4.1.12: Discuss the ecological significance of interactions between species. C4.1.13: Outline examples of herbivory, predation, competition, parasitism, pathogenicity and mutualism. C4.1.14: Evaluate the impact of invasive species on endemic species. C4.1.15: Outline the role of human activities in the introduction and spread of invasive species. C4.1.16: Assess the presence of interspecific competition using different testing methods. C4.1.17: Apply the chi-squared test to determine an association between species. C4.1.18: Interpret the results of a chi-squared test to generate accurate conclusions. C4.1.19: Evaluate the validity of the chi-squared test as a statistical method for analysing associations between categorical variables. C4.1.20:Evaluate the influence of predator–prey interactions on population dynamics using real case studies. C4.1.21: Discuss the implications of top-down and bottom-up control in population regulation within communities. C4.1.22: Compare and contrast allelopathy and antibiotic secretion mechanisms of competitive advantage in different organisms

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the B2.1 Membranes and membrane transport in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of 62 slides and contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: B2.1: Describe the formation of sheet-like bilayers in water by amphipathic lipids. B2.2: Explain the reasons behind the selective permeability of the lipid bilayer. B2.3: Discuss the movement of molecules by diffusion across the lipid bilayer. B2.4: Identify integral and peripheral proteins. B2.5: Discuss the role of aquaporins in transporting water. B2.6: Describe the structure and role of channel proteins. B2.7: Explain the importance of pump proteins in active transport. B2.8: Explain the role of facilitated diffusion and active transport in the selective permeability of membranes. B2.9Describe glycoproteins and glycolipids with respect to their structure and function. B2.10: Draw the fluid mosaic model of membrane structure. B2.11:Describe the role of lipids in membrane fluidity. B2:12: Discuss the role of cholesterol in membrane fluidity. B2.13: Differentiate between exocytosis and endocytosis. B2.14: Describe the role of gated channels. B2.15: Explain the mechanisms of direct active and indirect active transport. B2.16: State the role of cell-adhesion molecules. B2.17:  Identify the different types of cell junctions.

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C3.2 Defence against diseases in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of over 90 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist **Exam style questions Summary The following content is included: C3.2.1: Identify the categories of pathogens. C3.2.2: Describe the role of the skin and mucous membranes in primary defence of the body. C3.2.3: Explain the process of clotting of blood. C3.2.4: Differentiate between innate immune system and adaptive immune system. C3.2.5: State the role of phagocytes in controlling infection. C3.2.6: Explain the role of lymphocytes in adaptive immune responses. C3.2.7: Recall that antigens trigger antibody production. C3.2.8: Explain the activation of T-lymphocytes by helper T-cells. C3.2.9: Outline the role of activated B-lymphocytes in production of sufficient quantities of antibodies. C3.2.10: Describe the role of memory cells in immunity. C3.2.11: Describe the means of transmission of HIV. C3.2.12: Study the effect of the virus on the functioning of the immune system (lymphocytes) C3.2.13: State the role of antibiotics in controlling bacterial infections. C3.2.14: Infer the causes of bacterial resistance. C3.2.15: Explain the transmission of zoonotic diseases. C3.2.16: Explain the role of vaccines in developing immunity. C3.2.17: Describe the interdependence of a population in building herd immunity. C3.2.18: Evaluate data related to COVID-19 pandemic

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the B2.3 Cell specialisation in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of 45 slides and contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: B2.3.1: Explain how unspecialised cells form following fertilisation and how gradients impact gene expression for further development of the embryo. B2.3.2: Outline the properties of stem cells and their different capabilities to become different cell types. B2.3.3: Explain the function of stem cell niches and be able to describe bone marrow and hair follicles as examples of these. B2.3.4: Describe the size differences in various human cells. B2.3.5: Discuss the relationship between cells size and surface area in terms of the movement of material across a cell. B2.3.6: Identify and describe cell types that increase surface area-to-volume ratios B2.3.7: Describe specific adaptations that cells in the lung, heart, muscle and gonads have undergone to perform their functions.

This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the A3.1 Diversity of Organisms in the new IB Biology specification. This Powerpoint consists of 93 slides and contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content The following content is included: A3.1.1: variation between organisms as a defining feature of life. A3.1.2: Species as groups of organisms with shared traits. A3.1.3: Binominal system for naming organisms A3.1.4: Biological species concept A3.1.5: Difficulties distinguishing between populations and species due to divergence and non-interbreeding populations during speciation. A3.1.6: Diversity in chromosome numbers of plant and animal species. A3.1.7: Karyotyping and karyograms A3.1.8: Unity and diversity of genomes between species. A3.1.8: Diversity of eukaryotic genomes A3.1.10: Comparison of genome sizes A3.1.11: Current and potential future uses of whole genomic sequencing. A3.1.12: Difficulties applying the biological species concept to asexually reproducing species and to bacteria that have horizontal gene transfer (HL only). A3.1.13: Chromosome number as a shared trait within a a species. A3.1.14: Engagement with local plant or animal species to develop dichotomous keys. A3.1.15: Identification of species from environmental DNA in a habitat using barcodes.

This resource is perfect for teaching meiosis and mitosis to a year 10/11 class studying GCSE or iGCSe biology. The lesson contains: Starter tasks Recap tasks All key information for explaining mitosis and meiosis Differeneces between the two forms of cell division.

This resource is perfect for a Year 9/10 class studying GCSE Stem cells. The lesson contains a starter tasks, recap on prior knowledge, student tasks with answers, exam style questions and research tasks. The following content is covered: Engaging starter with videos Student research tasks Notes on the different types of stem cells Therapeutic cloning Use of stem cells to cure blindness Ethics of stem cells Stem cells in plants Exam style questions Plenary tasks

The lesson is the perfect introduction to smoking for a mixed ability class. The lesson contains: Starter tasks Research tasks on smoking when pregnant and effects of smoking Engaging tasks Plenary task