This bundle contains all 7 lessons for the 16th Chapter of the AQA Biology A-Level Spec.
16.1 Principles of Homeostasis
16.2 Feedback Mechanisms
16.3 Hormones & Regulation of Blood Glucose
16.4 Diabetes & its Control
16.5 Control of Blood Water Potential Nephron Structure
16.6 Role of the Nephron in Osmoregulation
16.7 Role of Hormones in Osmoregulation
During this lesson (B10.1 Principles of homeostasis) GCSE students work through a variety of tasks to develop their understanding of what homeostasis is and why it is important. Based on the 1st from the AQA 9-1 GCSE Biology (OUP scheme) B10: The human nervous system chapter.
Also available as a digital worksheet, which is ideal for distance learning, independent study or catch-up of missed work through absence.
Presentation contains (23 slides)-
Bell work activity
Lesson objective and success criteria
Information slides
Challenge activities (group work)
Demonstrate understanding tasks (with answers)
Lesson resources (additional to scheme)
Aimed at a mixed ability class covering content 1-8.
Please note: Kerboodle worksheets from scheme are not included due to license (alternatives suggested where possible).
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Perfect if you teach AQA GCSE Biology Combined Science or Single Science, this fully differentiated and resourced lesson supports your students in learning about Homeostasis. By the end of the lesson, students will be able to describe what is meant by homeostasis, explain how conditions are maintained in the body, and explain the importance of control systems.
The resource includes a detailed and engaging PowerPoint Presentation with key points, differentiated activities, exam style questions and progress check questions/quizzes for students to complete. A differentiated worksheet is included.
*INCLUDED IN RESOURCE:
21 slide PowerPoint Presentation with key points, progress checks and quizzes.
Differentiated worksheet included. *
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Complete “Ready to go” lesson with no adapting necessary!
New for AAQ Pearson Applied Science BTEC from Sept 2025 Specification and AQA A-Level Biology
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This lesson covers:
•Content covered on what a disturbance to homeostasis is and the how ageing affects homeostasis with an example
•Students complete a table comparing homeostasis in a younger and in an older person at different stages of a feedback loop and then apply their knowledge to a mini case study
•Content covered on heart failure
•Comprehension that goes more in depth on how the RAAS system whic is activated to restore optimum blood pressure gives a positive feedback response to heart failure in the long-term
•Content covered on diabetes and they 2 types
•Students draw feedback loops on normal blood glucose regulation with insulin and annotate where the disruption occurs in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes + application questions
•Content covered on lifestyle choices that can impact homeostasis
•Match the case study to the explanation of their homeostatic disruption
PRINTING REQUIREMENTS: Optional printing on the comprehension however it is also on the slides. You may also wish to print the table comparing old vs young homeostasis however it can be copied and the answer boxes have been numbered
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This lesson follows my usual style and contains:
•Recall starter to build retention of previously learned content
•Clear levelled learning objectives and outcomes
•Clear and modern layout utilising GIFS and Youtube
• Variety of tasks and plenaries with self assessment to assess progress
• ANSWERS INCLUDED!
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Homeostasis Revision Booklet – AQA GCSE Combined Science (B5 Topic)
Simplify your lesson planning and help your students master homeostasis with this print-and-go 15-page activity booklet!
This comprehensive and engaging digital resource is the perfect way to review the AQA GCSE B5 Homeostasis topic. Whether used for independent revision, homework, or cover lessons, this booklet supports students in consolidating key knowledge and applying it through targeted tasks.
What’s Inside:
This 15-page booklet covers all the core content from the AQA GCSE Combined Science B5 topic, including:
The nervous system
Synapses
Reflex arcs
Investigating reaction time (required practical)
The endocrine system
Control of blood glucose
Treating diabetes
Negative feedback (HT only)
Adrenaline & Thyroxine (HT only)
Puberty & Menstrual Cycle
Hormones in the menstrual cycle (HT only)
IVF (HT only)
Methods of contraception
Each page includes short, focused activities designed to reinforce learning and encourage retrieval practice.
Why Teachers Love This Booklet:
Reduces Workload: Just print and go – perfect for last-minute lessons, homework, or student catch-up.
Boosts Student Confidence: Helps learners recall key facts and make connections between concepts.
Flexible Use: Great for revision, classwork, homework, or cover lessons – no extra resources needed.
Supports Independent Learning: Students can complete it using class notes, textbooks, or online research.
Aligned to AQA Spec: Fully matched to the GCSE Combined Science Biology specification.
Teacher-Tested and Student-Approved:
“I created this booklet after noticing how much my students struggled to retain content weeks after we’d covered it. These short, snappy worksheets made a huge difference – giving them all the key information in one place to revisit anytime.”
Also Available in This Series:
B1 Cell Biology – FREE Revision Booklet
B2 Organisation – Revision Booklet
B3 Infection & Response – Revision Booklet
B4 Bioenergetics – Revision Booklet
C1 Atomic Structure – Revision Booklet
Help your students build knowledge and exam confidence with this Homeostasis overview booklet.
Perfect for both new and experienced teachers looking for ready-to-use, effective science resources.
Grab your copy now and make biology revision easier for everyone!
5 kidney summary worksheets for A-level Biology.
What’s included?
Gross structure of the kidney labelling worksheet.
Structure of the nephron & formation of glomerular filtrate.
Selective reabsorption (including co-transport of glucose).
The role of the loop of Henle in water reabsorption (maintenance of a sodium ion gradient) - one version suitable for AQA, one version suitable for OCR (includes chloride ions in the explanation).
Osmoregulation (role of ADH)
Includes differentiated versions of each worksheet (one scaffolded ‘fill in the blank’ style worksheet, and one with completely blank answer spaces).
Full answer sheets are included (both coloured and black and white, where relevant), which could also be used as a handout.
Encourage students to add colour to the worksheets to aid formation of visual memories.
Similar worksheets available for:
Cell structure
Protein Synthesis
Tissue fluid
CO2 transport
Immune response
ELISA tests
Transport in plants
Respiration
Photosynthesis
Photosynthetic pigments
Inheritance
Control of blood glucose concentration
The Kidney
The liver
Energy transfers
Nutrient cycles
Receptors
Epigenetics
In vivo and in vitro cloning
This bundle of resources contains 12 lessons which meet all learning outcomes within the ‘Homeostasis’ unit for the NEW AQA Biology Specification.
Lessons include:
1. Principles of homeostasis
2. The human nervous system
3. Reflex actions
4. The endocrine system
5. The control of blood glucose levels
6. Treating diabetes
7. The role of negative feedback
8. Human reproduction
9. The menstrual cycle
10. Controlling fertility
11. Infertility treatments
12. REQUIRED PRACTICAL: Reaction Time
The lessons contain a mix of differentiated activities, progress checks, extra challenge questions and exam questions plus more than one opportunity, per lesson, for self/peer red-pen assessment of tasks.
Chapter 15 unit from the OCR Biology A A-Level all about homeostasis.
*The unit was planned with the intention of carrying out flipped learning whereby students do pre-reading on the topic prior to the lesson so that we can consolidate that learning with activities/exam questions during the lesson.
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Including:
15.1 Principles of homeostasis
15.2 Thermoregulation in ectotherms
15.3 Thermoregulation in endotherms
15.4 Excretion, homeostasis and the liver
15.5 The structure and function of the mammalian kidney
15.6 The kidney and osmoregulation
15.7 Urine and diagnosis
15.8 Kidney failure
Complete “Ready to go” lesson with no adapting necessary!
New for AAQ Pearson Applied Science BTEC from Sept 2025 Specification and AQA A-Level Biology
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This lesson covers:
•Short fun practical challenge where students simulate homeostasis using lab equipment
•Content covered on what homeostasis is and the importance of it
•Review questions covering the flow chart and key terms of homeostasis
•Content covered on negative and positive feedback
•Information hunt/ comprehension task where students construct feedback loop flowcharts on blood pressure, osmoregulation, gas concentration, blood sugar levels clotting with additional questions to build understanding and mastery from the task
•Review of video shown at the start of the lesson which students should now be able to explain from what they have learned in lesson
PRINTING REQUIREMENTS: Information sheets need printing but these can be reused for future lessons (1 set of information sheets is 5 pages)
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This lesson follows my usual style and contains:
•Recall starter to build retention of previously learned content
•Clear levelled learning objectives and outcomes
•Clear and modern layout utilising GIFS and Youtube
• Variety of tasks and plenaries with self assessment to assess progress
• ANSWERS INCLUDED!
Please leave a rating/ review if this resource was helpful and saved you time!
Designed for WJEC GCSE Biology as an easy-to-use booklet/PowerPoint resource. The booklet follows the Ppt. and covers everything students need to know for this section of the specification. This was done for an adult evening class where time was at a premium, but could be easily adapted for a series of lessons in a standard classroom environment.
I have created similar resources for the whole specification.
This lesson covers homeostasis content from the new AQA GCSE Biology spec.
Areas of focus are endocrine system, reflex arc, negative feedback, blood sugar control, water and ion control, hormones in reproduction and fertility and plant hormones.
This lesson includes a variety of activities from gap fills to contraception- guess who. Students are able to work independently or part of a group.
This lesson also include 2 accompanying revision worksheets that work alongside the lesson or can be given to students separately as revision homework.
Introducing the perfect solution for students to ace their AQA GCSE Science exams! Our set of 4 revision lessons covering section 5 Homeostasis and Response of the Biology specification has been carefully planned to ensure that students get a comprehensive and easy-to-understand learning experience. Each lesson comes with a PowerPoint presentation that introduces the content gradually, along with plenty of opportunities to check their understanding and apply their knowledge in exam questions. Lessons within this set include:
• Nervous System
• Endocrine System
• Glucose Control
• Human Reproductive Hormones
The lessons provided are appropriate for the following specifications:
• Trilogy
• Synergy
• Separate Science Biology
Note that lesson on the eye, the brain, body temperature, water and nitrogen balance and plant hormones covered within the Separate Science specification can be found in the Separate Science Revision Lesson Pack which can be purchased separately.
Our revision lessons cover everything students need to know, from the nervous system to human reproductive hormones. And the best part? You can access them now at an early bird discounted rate! Please note that at this time, the download includes a lesson PowerPoint to use, but not a worksheet. However, we will be adding worksheets to the download at no additional charge in the near future.
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This resource was made for the new AQA scheme of work for Triple science biology.
Included are lessons with full objectives and a student booklet with all the resources you will need ( including a few sheets of lined paper for flexibility.
1. Homeostasis and control of body temperature
1b Sweating investigation
2. Human nervous system - animated reflex arc
3. RPA Reaction times
4. The Brain - includes 3D animation of the brain
5. The eye
6. Endocrine system and negative feedback
7. Control of blood glucose
8. Maintaining water and nitrogen balance
9. Hormones in human reproduction
10. Contraception
11. Hormones to treat infertility
12. Plant hormones
13. RPA Investigating the effect of light on the growth of seedlings
14. Summary / revision lesson quick questions activity and podcast(54mins) could be 2 hours.
All other topics available and revision grids for the exam season.
Your feedback is really appreciated
This resource contains 3 worksheets that can be used in class or as homework to enable your students practice what they have learnt in the classroom.
This pack includes:
Homeostasis
Nervous System
Reflex Arcs
All worksheets include answers.
We have worksheets for the following topics in Biology Paper 2:
Homeostasis and Response
Homeostasis and The Nervous system
The Brain and Body Temperature – Triple
The Eye – Triple
Endocrine System and Negative Feedback
Blood Glucose and Diabetes
The Human Kidneys and Water Balance – Triple
Secondary Characteristics and The Menstrual Cycle
Contraception and IVF
Plant Hormones and Uses – Triple
Inheritance, Variation and Evolution
Asexual and Sexual Reproduction and DNA
DNA structure, Protein Synthesis and Mutations – Triple
Genetic Terminology and Punnet Squares
Inherited Disorders and Sex Determination
Variation, Selective Breeding and Genetic Engineering
Evolution, Fossils, Extinction and Antibiotic Resistance
Cloning – Triple
Theory of Evolution and Speciation – Triple
The Understanding of Genetics: Mendel – Triple
Evolutionary Trees and Classification
Ecology
Biotic and Abiotic Factors, Adaptations, and Interdependence
Levels of Organisation and Carbon & Water Cycles
Biodiversity and Human Interactions
Trophic Levels and Pyramids of Biomass – Triple
Transfer of Biomass – Triple
Food Security, Farming and Sustainable Fishing – Triple
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