Tricky Word practice ‘wave’ sheets
Trace, copy and fill the wave. You could use with gel pens or felt tips to make it more exciting for your children!
Table sign included. Contains 4 different sheets (Phase 2, 3 & 4)
Number Formation Wave Sheets. Fill the waves with the numbers
1-5
6-10
Table sign
Colours linked to Numberblocks
*Please note, NO Numberblock images used
Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Electromagnetic Waves / Spectrum for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. This lesson covers all of AQA GCSE Combined Science 6.2.2.1 / GCSE Physics 4.6.2.1.
As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions.
My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy.
What’s Included:
• Teaching notes
• Starter / Do Now Activity
• Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams.
• Worked examples of calculations / questions.
• Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers.
• Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards.
• Answers for all questions
• All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons.
• Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing.
Learning objectives:
Describe electromagnetic waves as transverse waves and give examples that show how they transfer energy from a source to an absorber.
Describe the speed of electromagnetic waves and use the wave speed equation to explain the relationship between wavelength and frequency.
Describe the continuous electromagnetic spectrum, including the patterns in wavelength, frequency and energy.
The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications.
Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Transverse and Longitudinal Waves for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. This lesson covers all of AQA GCSE Physics 4.6.1.1 / Combined Science 6.6.1.1
As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions.
My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy.
What’s Included:
• Starter / Do Now Activity
• Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams.
• Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers.
• Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards.
• Answers for all questions
• All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons.
• Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing.
Learning objectives:
Describe the features of transverse and longitudinal waves and the differences between them.
Identify examples of transverse and longitudinal waves.
Describe evidence that waves transfer energy but not matter
The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications.
Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Bundle of 8 complete No-Prep lessons with exam questions, tasks and answers on Waves for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science , covering the complete topic for Combined Science.
This bundle contains all the lessons needed for the Waves topic in AQA Combined Science. If you are teaching AQA GCSE Physics then you need the larger bundle: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/waves-gcse-physics-12747109
As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. These high quality lessons include explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions.
My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview videos show a representative sample of slides from each resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy.
Teaching Order
Transverse and Longitudinal Waves
Wave Properties (Wavelength, Amplitude, Frequency, Period)
Wave Speed Equation and Required Practicals: Ripple Tank & Vibrating String
Electromagnetic Spectrum
Refraction
Absorbing, Emitting and Dangers of Electromagnetic Waves
Uses of Electromagnetic Waves
Required Practical: Infrared
What’s Included in each lesson:
• Starter / Do Now Activity
• Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams.
• Worked examples of calculations / questions.where applicable
• Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers.
• Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards.
• Answers for all questions
• All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons.
• Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing.
The lessons were written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but are very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications.
Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Uses of Electromagnetic Waves for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics. The lesson covers GCSE Physics 4.6.2.4 / Combined Science 6.6.2.4
As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions.
My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy.
What’s Included:
• Teaching notes
• Starter / Do Now Activity
• Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams.
• Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers.
• Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards.
• Answers for all questions
• All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons.
• Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing.
Learning objectives:
Describe the uses of different electromagnetic waves, including:
Radio waves: communication, including television and radio.
Microwaves: satellite communications and cooking food.
Infrared: heating, cooking food and infrared cameras.
Visible light: fibre optic communications.
Ultraviolet: energy efficient lamps, sun tanning.
X-Rays and Gamma Rays: medical imaging and treatments.
Explain why each type of electromagnetic waves is suitable for its use.
The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications.
Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
This bundle contains 7 lessons and an end of unit assessment
Each lesson follows the AQA Physics: A Level Year 1 and AS textbook https://amzn.to/3BGFsD5
The lessons are complete and designed to be taught over a period of 90 minutes. They are fully animated and contains fully worked out answers to every question.
The format
A recall starter activity to help store key definitions and ideas to long term memory.
Clear slides presented in a logical order, which can be used to talk through and explain the key concepts of the lesson.
Questions and example slides, which can be used to model perfect exam ready answers.
Summary questions to practice and consolidate the new knowledge gained from the lesson.
Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Ultrasound and Seismic Waves for AQA GCSE (9-1) Physics. The lesson covers all of AQA Physics 4.6.1.5 "Waves for Detection and Exploration.
As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions.
My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy.
What’s Included:
• Teaching notes
• Starter / Do Now Activity
• Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams.
• Worked examples of calculations / questions.
• Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers.
• Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards.
• Answers for all questions
• All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons.
The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications.
Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
OCR AS level Physics presentations for module 4: Waves 2
All presentations come with worked examples, solutions and homeworks.
This covers topics from Superposition of Waves to Harmonics with different boundary conditions.
Complete lesson on 'Wave Properties/Natures of Waves/Measuring Waves' with key content from AQA Physics.
This lesson covers types of waves, parts of waves/characteristics, wave speed equation, terms and starts discussing EM waves.
Starter uses a cryptogram for pupils to solve and produce the key words for the topic
Guidance provided on Slinky demo and questioning to prompt pupils to produce key statements which are later detailed (as common exam questions).
Wave speed question explained and modelled with practice questions.
Task sheet with stretch and challenge questions which can be edited out.
Lesson includes some simple exam style questions which can be used as mini plenaries to link to exams.
More lessons to in same format for P1.
https://www.tes.com/member/Nteach
OCR AS level Physics presentations for module 4: Waves 1
All presentations come with worked examples, solutions and homeworks.
This covers topics from wave properties to Snell’s law and total internal reflection.
Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Physics! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about how sound transfers energy. Students will describe how sound transfers energy, describe the link between amplitude or frequency and energy, and explain how a microphone and loudspeaker work.
The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheet and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the Waves topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science.
25 slides in total for the lesson PPT
Complete No-Prep lesson with exam questions, tasks and answers on Wave Speed (including measuring the speed of sound) and the wave equation (including the ripple tank and vibrating string required practicals) for AQA GCSE (9-1) Science / Physics.
I have split AQA GCSE Physics 4.6.1.2 / Combined Science 6.6.1.2 over two lessons because to teach it fully requires more than one lesson. This is part two and covers the parts of AQA GCSE Physics 4.6.1.2 / Combined Science 6.6.1.2 relating to wave speed, measuring the speed of sound, the wave equation and preparation and understanding of the required practicals.
All other aspects of 4.6.1.2 / 6.6.1.2 (i.e. wavelength, amplitude, frequency and period) are covered in the previous lesson except for: *“(Physics only) students should be able to show how changes in velocity, frequency and wavelength, in transmission of sound waves from one medium to another, are inter-related”.
As that particular exam spec point relates to sound, and is for GCSE Physics students only, I have included it in the lesson on Sound which is also for GCSE Physics only.
As a Secondary Science teacher, Deputy Headteacher, writer and examiner for many years I make high quality no-prep lessons so busy teachers can teach outstanding lessons without spending hours planning. This high quality lesson includes explanations, different types of in-lesson assessment (all with answers) and unique exam questions.
My lessons are ideal for non-Physicists - as a Biologist who retrained as a Physics teacher I know how to take learners on a journey that builds up their understanding step by step, while still going into a lot of depth. The preview video shows a representative sample of slides from the resource so that you get a good idea of what it includes before you buy.
What’s Included:
• Teaching notes
• Starter / Do Now Activity
• Explanation slides in “chunked” sections with animated diagrams.
• Worked examples of calculations / questions.
• Multiple questions in different question styles and difficulties - no need for worksheets. Each “chunked” explanation section typically includes a set of “learning check / quick questions” followed by a set of in-depth questions on the learning from that “chunk” of the lesson. All questions have answers.
• Exam-style questions on the whole lesson at the end of the lesson- these are unique, based on real exam questions but not just copied from exam boards.
• Answers for all questions
• All easily editable to adapt to your teaching or to use in existing lessons.
• Slightly humorous, at points, if you like that sort of thing.
The lesson was written for AQA GCSE Science / Physics but is very likely to be applicable to other exam specifications.
Please leave a rating / review and all other feedback gratefully received!
This powerpoint is a complete revision lesson, including questions and activities for students on the topic of waves.
It covers
Wave equation and calculation practice, including frequency definition and calculations
Recap of longitudinal and transverse (labelling of)
Key points and exam style questions on the required practical activities - speed of sound measurement and infra-red absorption/radiation
Overview of electromagnetic spectrum with 2 activities
I would estimate that it would take 2 hours to go through this thoroughly - but of course it could be condensed to 1 hour if some of the activities were shortened.
What is This Resource About?
This PowerPoint supports AQA GCSE Physics students in completing the required practical for measuring wave speed. It explains how to measure wave speed in different media, how to apply the wave equation, and how to analyze experimental errors to improve accuracy.
What’s Included?
Measuring wave speed in a solid (vibrating string method)
Step-by-step practical setup and method.
Explanation of how frequency, wavelength, and tension affect wave speed.
Example results table and calculation of mean wave speed.
Discussion on why wave speed varies and how to improve accuracy.
Measuring wave speed in water (ripple tank method):
How to create and observe waves using a signal generator and ripple tank.
How to measure frequency (counting waves over time) and wavelength (using a meter ruler).
Example calculations.
Sources of error and improvements.
The relationship between frequency, wavelength, and wave speed:
Explains why changing frequency does not change wave speed in the same medium.
Examines factors that do change wave speed (e.g., water depth, string tension).
Review questions:
Calculating wave speed from given data.
Explaining experimental errors and suggesting improvements.
Why Use This Resource?
Aligned with AQA GCSE Physics required practicals.
Fully editable PowerPoint (.pptx) for classroom use.
Clear explanations, structured lessons, and practical guidance.
Supports practical work, scientific analysis, and evaluation skills.
Includes practice questions and activities to reinforce key concepts.
Last updated: February 2025.
This PowerPoint is ideal for teachers, tutors, and students looking for a comprehensive, curriculum-aligned resource on measuring wave speed in solids and liquids. Download now to support practical physics teaching!
This resource is a simple worksheet that you can use with your class once you have taught the wave speed calculation (wave speed = frequency x wavelength).
This worksheets helps students to:
Convert units
Simple calculations
Worded calculation questions
Rearranging the equation questions
Application questions
This can also be used as homework to help further embed the knowledge being taught.
We have worksheets for the following physics equations:
Paper 1:
Energy
Kinetic Energy = 0.5 x Mass x (Speed)2)
Elastic Potential Energy = 0.5 x Spring Constant x (Extension)2
Gravitational Potential Energy = Mass x Gravitational Field Strength x Height
Change in Thermal Energy = Mass x Specific Heat Capacity x Temperature Change
Efficiency calculation
Power = Energy Transferred / Time
Power = Work Done / Time
Electricity
Charge Flow = Current x Time
Potential Difference = Current x Resistance
Power = Potential Difference x Current
Power = (Current)2 x Resistance
Energy Transferred = Charge Flow x Potential Difference
Particle Model of Matter
Density = Mass / Volume
Energy for a Change of State = Mass x SLH
Paper 2:
Forces
Weight = Mass x Gravitational Field Strength
Force = Spring Constant x Extension
Speed = Distance / Time
Acceleration = Change in Velocity / Time
Resultant Force = Mass x Acceleration
Work Done = Force x Distance
Momentum = Mass x Velocity
Waves
Period of a Wave = 1 / Frequency
Wavespeed = Frequency x Wavelength
Magnetism
Force = Magnetic Flux Density x Current X Length
Thank you.
This is a revision resource for independent study for Year 12 and 13 A-level Physics students
It consists of the chunk of specification relevant to waves (from Edexcel), a list of tasks to help learn the content, including links to online questions and then a range of exam questions with the relevant mark schemes
I had the idea of making these “weekly wonder” revision resources for my year 13’s who were struggling to break down the whole specification into manageable chunks in order to get started.
I have broken the Edexcel course down into 20 “chunks” and this is one section - waves and stationary waves - so designed for students to spend 2-4 hours on over a week as part of their personal study.