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Hello! Welcome to my shop. Please take a moment to browse. You’ll find high quality biology resources that are fun, engaging and pupil-led. As a teacher I've implemented the things I've always wanted in my lessons, into my resources. That is, resources of excellent quality that truly impact learning. As we know, efficiency is paramount therefore my full-lessons incorporate mark-schemes too, all ready to go! Leaving you with more time to focus on being present for your students.

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Hello! Welcome to my shop. Please take a moment to browse. You’ll find high quality biology resources that are fun, engaging and pupil-led. As a teacher I've implemented the things I've always wanted in my lessons, into my resources. That is, resources of excellent quality that truly impact learning. As we know, efficiency is paramount therefore my full-lessons incorporate mark-schemes too, all ready to go! Leaving you with more time to focus on being present for your students.
Populations and sustainability: Controlling the effects of human activities A-level biology
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Populations and sustainability: Controlling the effects of human activities A-level biology

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This section of the A-level biology course lends itself to student led activities as it focuses on four case studies: The Galapagos Islands, The Antarctic, The Lake District and Snowdonia National Park. This Powerpoint presentation provides everything you need to run a student led activity where student hunt the answers to worksheet questions from a set of prepared information cards distributed around the room. The mark scheme for the worksheet is included for peer or self-assessment. The lesson is structured towards the following graded lesson objectives: Describe with examples the effects of human activities on the animal and plant populations in the Galapagos Islands Explain how the management of an ecosystem can provide resources in a sustainable way Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies used for conservation Students are then able to use the the graded lesson objectives provided to reflect on their learning at the end of the lesson. This resource is sold as a single lesson and provides an example of the content and quality of my resources for GCSE and A Level biology, many of which are sold as a much larger series of lessons. Your feedback is much appreciated.
2016 OCR AS biology crosswords: Exchange & Transport, Natural Selection & Evol'n, Transport in Plant
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2016 OCR AS biology crosswords: Exchange & Transport, Natural Selection & Evol'n, Transport in Plant

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2016 OCR AS biology specification. Crosswords and companion answer sheets. These can be used as a starter, plenary or revision activity. Each crossword is designed to incorporate all key words on each topic. There is a crossword for each of the topics: exchange & transport; natural selection & evolution; transport in plants. A great group activity is to print the crosswords in A3 format, with the grid and clues separate/side-by-side, and have groups of 3/4 AS level pupils competing against each other to complete it.
Biological properties of water (OCR AS)
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Biological properties of water (OCR AS)

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Lesson on Biological Properties of Water (OCR AS). Activity for pupils to link the characteristics of water to each image in the pupil handout. Pupils can discuss in pairs or small groups the properties and how they link to each image. Their ideas can then be shared with the class as you move through the description and explanation of each property of water. Differentiation incorporated through pupils using multiple characteristics for each image and giving pupils opportunity to explain these characteristics to their partners. Learning objectives: Describe how hydrogen bonding occurs between water molecules; Relate this, and other properties of water, to the roles of water in living organisms. Properties of water.ppt Properties of water activity.pdf
Plant defence mechanisms Year 12 biology Module 4 Communicable Diseases OCR specification
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Plant defence mechanisms Year 12 biology Module 4 Communicable Diseases OCR specification

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This is designed for the OCR specification in AS biology. It comprises an independent learning activity to achieve the following learning objectives: Recall that in plants there are passive and active defences against pathogens (Grade C) Compare physical and chemical defences, using examples (Grade B) Explain the mode of action of different chemicals released by plants (Grade A) The activity provides a series of detailed information slides from which students need to glean the relevant information from to complete their summary table. Note: Less able students may struggle to summarise the information and pull out the important aspects. Teachers could either have students work in pairs to support each other or give the students further support by confirming that the first paragraphs of each information sheet is the most important. Further structure is provided through the highlighting of specific keywords enabling students to focus on less content. More able students are challenged to be independent learners and develop skills in identifying key information. They can also develop their understanding to a deeper level by reading beyond the first paragraphs from each information sheet. There are many synoptic connections with other key topics on cell structure and function, biological molecules. The cover image is a mark scheme for the activity which could be used as peer or self-assessment. It is also indicative of the level of detail with which the activity has been created.
Transport in Plants Revision or Plenary CLOZE Activity/Gap fill with mark scheme A-Level biology
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Transport in Plants Revision or Plenary CLOZE Activity/Gap fill with mark scheme A-Level biology

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This is a straight forward revision resource that would be well pitched for lower ability students. The worksheet is a cloze activity with a series of word banks provided to enable students to fill in the gaps. As the worksheet is 8 pages long it could be easily partitioned for students to complete either as a plenary, following each topic, or broken down into elements for classwork/homework. The worksheet covers the following areas of the topic on Transport in Plants: Water Movement Between Cells The Casparian Strip Uptake of Water through the Roots Movement of Water up the Stem Movement of Water out of the Leaf Factors affecting Transpiration Rate Xerophytes Translocation Sucrose Loading in the Phloem Mass Flow Hypothesis
B2.12 Enzymes GCSE Biology
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B2.12 Enzymes GCSE Biology

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Lesson plan (Presentation) and activities to achieve the following learning objectives: 1) Describe enzymes as biological catalysts 2) Demonstrate an understanding that enzymes catalyse chemical reactions occurring inside and outside living cells, including: a) DNA replication b) protein synthesis c) digestion Answers to the exam questions are included in the powerpoint for peer/self-assessment
GCSE biology crosswords NEW specification Chapter 5: Communicable diseases. Lessons 6-11
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GCSE biology crosswords NEW specification Chapter 5: Communicable diseases. Lessons 6-11

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This compilation of crosswords are for the new AQA GCSE specification in biology. These can be used as a plenary, a short revision task or as a starter to recap at the previous lesson. There a 6 crosswords in total. There are 3 files for each crossword: 1) the crossword and clues at the bottom of the page; 2) the crossword with the corresponding word bank included (for differentiation); 3) the crossword completed with the answers filled in (for self/peer assessment). The topics included are: 1) Viral diseases 2) Bacterial diseases 3) Diseases callused by fungi and protists 4) Human defence responses 5) More about plant diseases 6) Plant defence responses
GCSE biology crosswords NEW specification - Chapter 4 Organising animals and plants - Lessons 1-4
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GCSE biology crosswords NEW specification - Chapter 4 Organising animals and plants - Lessons 1-4

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This compilation of crosswords are for the new AQA GCSE specification in biology. These can be used as a plenary, a short revision task or as a starter to recap at the previous lesson. There a 4 crosswords in total. There are 3 files for each crossword: 1) the crossword and clues at the bottom of the page; 2) the crossword with the corresponding word bank included (for differentiation); 3) the crossword completed with the answers filled in (for self/peer assessment). The topics included are: 1) The blood 2) The blood vessels 3) The heart 4) Helping the heart
GCSE Biology crosswords NEW specification Unit 1 Cells and Organisation
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GCSE Biology crosswords NEW specification Unit 1 Cells and Organisation

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This compilation of crosswords are for the new AQA GCSE specification in biology. These can be used as a plenary, a short revision task or as a starter to recap the previous lesson. There a 30 crosswords in total. There are 3 files for each crossword: 1) the crossword and clues at the bottom of the page; 2) the crossword with the corresponding word bank included (for differentiation); 3) the crossword completed with the answers filled in (for self/peer assessment).
9.2 The response to exercise NEW GCSE biology specification
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9.2 The response to exercise NEW GCSE biology specification

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This is a whole lesson with PowerPoint and integrated activities with answers to achieve the following learning objective: 1) How your body responds to the increased demands for energy during exercise. Activities included: Crack the code; information and discussion slides; investigating exercise role play and practical; table to complete (differentiation); calculations of percentage increase with worked example; questions from the practical (with fully integrated answers); plenary matching task; alternative plenary crossword (with word bank for differentiation).
30 fun Biology crosswords NEW GCSE specification Unit 2 Disease and Bioenergetics
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30 fun Biology crosswords NEW GCSE specification Unit 2 Disease and Bioenergetics

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This compilation of crosswords are for the new AQA GCSE specification in biology. It includes Chapters: B5 Communicable Diseases; B6 Preventing and Treating Disease; B7 Non-communicable Diseases; B8 Photosynthesis; B9 Respiration These can be used as a plenary, a short revision task or as a starter to recap the previous lesson. There a 30 crosswords in total. There are 3 files for each crossword: 1) the crossword and clues at the bottom of the page; 2) the crossword with the corresponding word bank included (for differentiation); 3) the crossword completed with the answers filled in (for self/peer assessment).
GCSE Biology crosswords NEW specification - Chapter 9: Respiration Lessons 1-4
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GCSE Biology crosswords NEW specification - Chapter 9: Respiration Lessons 1-4

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This compilation of crosswords are for the new AQA GCSE specification in biology. These can be used as a plenary, a short revision task or as a starter to recap at the previous lesson. There are 4 crosswords in total. There are 3 files for each crossword: 1) the crossword and clues at the bottom of the page; 2) the crossword with the corresponding word bank included (for differentiation); 3) the crossword completed with the answers filled in (for self/peer assessment). The topics included are: 1) Aerobic respiration 2) The response to exercise 3) Anaerobic respiration 4) Metabolism and the liver
GSCE Biology crosswords NEW specification Chapter 8 Photosynthesis
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GSCE Biology crosswords NEW specification Chapter 8 Photosynthesis

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This compilation of crosswords are for the new AQA GCSE specification in biology. These can be used as a plenary, a short revision task or as a starter to recap at the previous lesson. There are 4 crosswords in total. There are 3 files for each crossword: 1) the crossword and clues at the bottom of the page; 2) the crossword with the corresponding word bank included (for differentiation); 3) the crossword completed with the answers filled in (for self/peer assessment). The topics included are: 1) Photosynthesis 2) The rate of photosynthesis 3) How plants use glucose 4) Making the most of photosynthesis
10.5 & 10.6 The eye and Common problems with the eye Triple GCSE Biology specification
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10.5 & 10.6 The eye and Common problems with the eye Triple GCSE Biology specification

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These twenty seven slides (two full lessons) are for the NEW AQA TRIPLE GCSE Biology specification. The PowerPoint presentation has engaging activities, integrated worksheets (for printing), and each activity has fully integrated answers to achieve the following learning objectives: The main parts of the human eye and how the structures are related to their functions How the eye focuses light How the eye focuses on near and distant objects What happens in short sightedness and long sightedness and how these problems can be solved.
Hormonal coordination: Principles of Hormonal Control; Control of Blood Glucose; Treating Diabetes; Role of Negative Feedback; Human Reproduction and Hormones in the Menstrual Cycle; Artificial Control of Fertility; Infertility Treatments; Plant Hormones and Using Plant Hormones
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Hormonal coordination: Principles of Hormonal Control; Control of Blood Glucose; Treating Diabetes; Role of Negative Feedback; Human Reproduction and Hormones in the Menstrual Cycle; Artificial Control of Fertility; Infertility Treatments; Plant Hormones and Using Plant Hormones

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A complete set of 10 lessons for the entire chapter on Hormonal Coordination including Higher Tier content: 11.1 Principles of Hormonal Control 11.2 Control of Blood Glucose 11.3 Treating Diabetes 11.4 Role of Negative Feedback 11.5 Human Reproduction 11.6 Hormones in the Menstrual Cycle 11.7 Artificial Control of Fertility 11.8 Infertility Treatments 11.9 Plant Hormones 11.10 Using Plant Hormones Includes a variety of activities for different learning styles.
GCSE (Grade 1-9) Biology Revision Worksheets - The brain, The eye
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GCSE (Grade 1-9) Biology Revision Worksheets - The brain, The eye

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Worksheets for either learning new content or consolidating understanding on the topics of The Brain and The Eye. Answer sheets provided. Simple wording is used for lower ability students to easily access information. The worksheets can be used to provide students with a summary of the information they need to know without students having to write too much - good for lower ability groups. They also help to revise the topics of The Brain and The Eye covering the structure of both organs, the function of each part of the organ, how accommodation works to change the shape of the lens to focus on near or far objects.