AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification unit 2B. In this lesson we look at how development can be measured. There is a short multiple choice retrieval practice starter. We begin by looking at the difference between standard of living and quality of life. After this the students complete an activity matching the descriptions of the development indicators up with the pictures and colour coding them into social and economic indicators. The students then create a paragraph detailing why some indicators may not be reliable, but use the pictures to work out what the missing words might be. We then look at HDI and what is is made up of. The students complete a quick activity on matching the pictures to the benefits of using HDI as a development indicator. A short game of HDI higher or lower follows which is a fun way to spark debate and consolidate learning. We then tackle a 4-mark GCSE-style question with some suggested points to use on the next slide so the students can correct/feedback on their answer. hope this saves you valuable planning time. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer

AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification unit 2B. In this lesson we look at what development means and what the development gap is. We also look at the patterns of development globally and the reasons for uneven development. There is an Ordnance Survey-themed retrieval practice starter included. We begin by looking at how development can be measured and comapre HDI with GNI using a table and the students summarise the information and determine which they think is the better measurement. We look at the global patterns of HDI and the students have a map with a variety of questions around the outside for them to answer. Then we examine how countries are classified into LIC’s, NEE’s and HIC’s, the students subsequently try to determine which countries belong in which categories. After completing the definition of the development gap, the students then complete an activity where they consider the factors that affect the level of development of a country. The students categorise these factors into social (historical), environmental, political and economic categories. The next slide has some picture clues and anagrams for the students to work out what the factors are. We then tackle a 6-mark GCSE-style question. There is a writing frame for structure and guidance on points to use. hope this saves you valuable planning time. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer

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Resource Description for TES: OCR CNAT Child Development R057 Masterclass Title: OCR Child Development R057: Final Hour Exam Masterclass & “Unseen” Topic Focus Resource Overview: This comprehensive revision pack is specifically designed for the Unit R057: Health and well-being for child development exam. It is structured as a “Final Hour” masterclass, balancing essential core knowledge with a strategic focus on exam technique and “high-probability” topics that have seen limited coverage in previous series. Key Features: Strategic Exam Technique: Command Word Breakdown: Clear, visual guidance on how to differentiate between ‘Identify’, ‘Describe’, ‘Explain’, and ‘Evaluate’ to ensure students meet the specific mark scheme requirements. The “Prime Directive”: Explicit training on using scenario-based names (e.g., Nina, Zayn) to avoid “generic” answers that cap marks in Section A. 8-Mark Extended Response: A dedicated framework for the 8-marker using the PEEL structure to achieve “Level 3” marks through balance and professional terminology. Deep-Dive Knowledge Organisers: Reproductive Systems: Detailed anatomical diagrams and functional descriptions for both male and female systems. Covers often-overlooked details like assisted birth methods (Ventouse, Forceps, Episiotomy) and postnatal check-ups (Fontanelles, APGAR, heel prick). Childhood Illnesses: Recognition and care guides for Tonsillitis, Chickenpox, and the “Red Flag” symptoms of Meningitis. Safety Standards: Visual guide to current UKCA, Lion Mark, and BSI Kitemark symbols. Teacher/Student Ready: Includes a “Common Mistakes to Avoid” checklist. Formatted for quick-fire revision sessions or independent study in the 60 minutes before the exam starts.

Ready for the FIFA Football World cup 2026? - This lesson uses a “Development Indicator World Cup” simulation/game to explore whether football success is linked to levels of development. Students begin by considering why football is the world’s most popular sport, linking their ideas to geography concepts such as globalisation, culture and inequality. They then take part in a competitive Top Trumps-style game using real development indicators, comparing countries in their World Cup 2026 groups before progressing through knockout rounds to determine a “Development indicators World Champion.” Following the game, students reflect on whether FIFA rankings align with development indicators and evaluate patterns, anomalies, and possible explanations. The lesson concludes with a structured discussion and exit ticket focused on the extent to which football success is shaped by development compared to cultural and historical factors, encouraging students to make evaluative, evidence-based geographical judgements. Great introduction lesson to any GCSE/Alevel course that has a section on ‘development/ devleopment indicators’.

KS3 new for the Activate 1 resource ‘Reproduction’ unit. Full lesson ready to use straight ‘out of the box’. Similar structure to my other power points following the input - activity - review phasing plenary sections for progress checking Clear learning objectives and outcomes Modern and engaging layout Little adaptation needed Please give constructive feedback :D

Complete lesson with differentiated activities on introducing the sustainable development goals. Start with definition of sustainable development, then differentiated comprehension task on understanding why they were created and the difference between them and the millennium development goals. Main task focuses on students learning about all 17 SDGs. Creative homework task for students to promote the goals.

New for the AQA GCSE 1-9 Combined Trilogy Unit ‘B6 Preventing and treating Disease’. Full lessons ready to use straight ‘out of the box’. Lesson meets the full criteria for this unit Similar structure to my other power points following the input - activity - review phasing Plenary sections for progress checking Clear learning objectives and outcomes Modern and engaging layout Little adaptation needed Each lesson covers at least an hour of lesson time 45 ppt slides Please leave constructive feedback :D

New for the AQA GCSE 1-9 Combined Trilogy Unit ‘C2 Periodic Table’. Full lessons ready to use straight ‘out of the box’. Lesson meets the full criteria for this unit Similar structure to my other power points following the input - activity - review phasing Plenary sections for progress checking Clear learning objectives and outcomes Modern and engaging layout Little adaptation needed Each lesson covers at least an hour of lesson time 26 ppt slides Please leave constructive feedback :D

AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification unit 2B. In this lesson we look at how uneven development causes international migration. there is a retrieval practice starter based on development indicators. We start the lesson with a match-up activity where the students match the type of migration to the descriptions. The students then create a diagram that looks at the positives and negatives of international migration for the country and origin and the host country. We then complete a cloze exercise looking at economic migration to the UK. We then introduce the Middle East (Mediterranean) migrant crisis. The students complete a guided reading task then use an atlas to plot the routes of migrants in three example stories on a map of Europe. We then tackle a 4-mark GCSE-style question and the pupils use a writing frame and some points suggestions to help answer the question if needed. hope this saves you valuable planning time. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer

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These high-quality revision cards are specifically designed for the OCR Cambridge National (CNAT) Level 1/2 in Child Development. They provide comprehensive coverage for Unit R057: Health and well-being for child development, specifically focusing on Topic Area 1: Pre-conception health and reproduction. Product Overview This resource consists of a set of visually engaging, color-coded revision cards that break down complex biological and lifestyle factors into digestible “bites” for students. They are mapped directly to the OCR specification, ensuring learners have exactly what they need for their final exam. Key Topics Covered: 1.1 & 1.2 Pre-conceptual Health: Impact of age, weight (BMI), smoking, alcohol, and recreational drugs on fertility. 1.3 Reproductive Systems: Detailed diagrams and functions of both the male and female reproductive systems. 1.4 & 1.5 Methods of Contraception: Barrier (condoms, diaphragms), Hormonal (pills, injections), and Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) like implants and IUDs. The Process of Reproduction: Clear stages from ovulation and conception to implantation. Growth & Development: The journey from zygote to embryo and foetus, including key supporting structures like the placenta and umbilical cord. 1.5 Early Signs of Pregnancy: Common symptoms such as missed periods, nausea, and tiredness. Multiple Pregnancies: Explanations of how identical and non-identical twins occur. How to Use These Cards in the Classroom Retrieval Practice & Starters Use the cards as “flashcards” for quick-fire retrieval at the start of a lesson. Project a card with sections covered up and ask students to identify the missing parts of the reproductive system or the advantages/disadvantages of a specific contraceptive method. Scaffolding for NEA (R058 & R059) While these cards target the R057 exam, they provide the essential biological foundation needed for the NEA assignments. Students can refer to the “Growth & Development” cards when explaining the background of the child they are observing in Unit R059. Differentiated Revision Stations Set up “Topic Stations” around the room. Give students a blank “Knowledge Organiser” and have them rotate through the stations, using these cards to find the facts needed to complete their notes. Active Learning Games Mix and Match: Print the cards and separate the “Advantages” and “Disadvantages” from the contraceptive methods. Challenge students to match them back up correctly. Peer-to-Peer Quiz: Students work in pairs to quiz each other using the “Common Symptoms” or “Lifestyle Factors” cards to prepare for the exam’s short-answer questions. Why Choose This Resource? Exam Focused: Directly aligned with the OCR J809 specification. Visual Learning: Uses professional icons and diagrams to support EAL learners and students with SEND. Teacher-Ready: High-resolution images ready for printing (A4 or A5) or digital display.

AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification unit 2B. In this lesson we look at the Demographic Transition Model. There is a multiple choice retrieval practice starter before we look at what the term ‘demographic transition’ means. The students have some sentence fragments to put in order. We then look at some key terminology that is needed for the lesson and the students match the description up to the term. We then look at the model itself an the students have a large A3 sheet to draw the model onto the template. The model is explained in stages and students make notes as they go along, drawing the three lines on too. There is a living graph activity to do when they have finished, by reading the statements in the boxes, they then have to work out which stage it applies to. We then look at examples of countries in the various stages of transition and the students create a diagram titled ‘The Road to Development’. We then tackle a 6-mark GCSE-style question. There is a writing frame for structure and guidance on points to use. hope this saves you valuable planning time. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer

These knowledge organisers are for the 2022 BTEC Tech in child development. They include all areas from component 1,2 and 3. Perfect for printing to aid students in their revision.

Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the main steps in a baby’s development and what happens during birth. Students will state what is meant by gestation, describe the main steps in a baby’s development, and describe what happens during birth. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the Reproduction topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for PSHE lessons. 18 slides in total for the lesson PPT

Homework booklet to be printed A5. Designed for GCSE Eduqas A syllabus the booklet goes over indicators of development.

A resource for Health and Social Care AS/level 3. This unit examines child development - physical, intellectual, social and emotional. For more materials relating to this resource, please visit the NGfL site, linked below.

A worksheet for use with Pamela Minett Child Care and Development text book

Video to accompany lesson