AQA GCSE 4.2.2.1 The Human Digestive System

This fully-resourced KS4 Science lesson covers the human digestive sysrem, inlcuding digestive enzymes for the AQA Trilogy Combined Science specification (4.2.2.1). Designed for classroom, remote learning, or revision sessions, it combines engaging content and accessible design to support all learners.

Students will:

• Recall the sites of production and action of amylase, proteases, and lipases.
• Explain the lock and key theory as a model of enzyme action.
• Describe the importance of bile in digestion in terms of neutralisation and emulsification.

What’s included:

DARTs: Scaffolded tasks that guide students through key concepts of viral infections, transmission, and prevention.
Multiple-choice quizzes: for AfL and to check understanding with self-marking, low-stress quizzes ideal for formative assessment.
Exam question practice: Step-by-step walkthroughs and structured practice of AQA-style past paper questions with marking guidance.
Accessible and inclusive design: Dyslexia-friendly fonts, clear layouts, color-coded visuals, and alternative text for diagrams to support all learners.
Designed for engagement, understanding, and retention.

Supports teachers with time-saving, high-quality resources.

Perfect for lesson delivery or revision sessions.