Spec 1.2.5 The alkali metals (Two hours suggested teaching time) Lesson preparation: [Demonstration] The physical properties and reactions of the alkali metals Could print the table on slide 11 Could print the exam questions on slide 21 Suggested teaching: Lesson 1: Slides 2-4: Retrieval practice starter (slide 4 is an optional and differentiated alternative starter). Slide 5-6: Recap of forming ions with a focus on the group 1 elements. Slides 7-8: (Hidden) Alternative recap, potentially for lower ability students on electron configurations. Slide 9-11: Here you can demonstrate the properties and reactions of the alkali metals. If materials are unavailable, students could compare the animations of the reactions on slide 10. There is a table on slide 11 to record their observations. Lesson 2: Slides 12-14: Retrieval practice starter (slide 4 is an optional and differentiated alternative starter). Slides 15-16: A recap of the observations and reactions of the alkali metals. Slides 17-20: Explaining the reactivity of the alkali metals, with a selection of differentiated slides to help. Slides 21-22: Practice exam style questions.

Make up a volumetric solution and carry out a simple acid-base titration This resource was developed for a theory revision lesson but could also be used to introduce concepts. It includes methodology, explanation and typical exam questions.

Investigate how the rate of reaction changes with temperature This resource was developed for a theory revision lesson but could also be used to introduce concepts. It includes methodology, explanation and typical exam questions.

Carryout simple test-tube reactions to identify : [cations; group II and NH4+] & [anions; group VII, OH-, CO32- and SO42-] This resource was developed for a theory revision lesson but could also be used to introduce concepts. It includes methodology, explanation and typical exam questions.

Preparation of: a. a pure organic solid and test its purity; b. a pure organic liquid. This resource was developed for a theory revision lesson but could also be used to introduce concepts. It includes methodology, explanation and typical exam questions.

Round one - Famous Chemists. Round two - Guess that element! Round three - Top universities. Round four - What's the punch line? Round five - Name the glassware. Round six - Find the themed words.

A presentation to teach the bonding section of the new AQA chemistry A level. Topics include: Ionic bonding Covalent bonding Metallic bonding Electronegativity Intermolecular forces - including hydrogen bonding. Shapes of molecules and bond angles. Properties of structures.

Separation of a species by thin-layer chromatography. This resource was developed for a theory revision lesson but could also be used to introduce concepts. It includes methodology, explanation and typical exam questions.

A Sheet I made to support students through writing mechanisms for Organic reactions. Includes example and hints for: Nucleophilic substitution Electrophilic addition Nucleophillic addition Electrophilic substitution I provide this laminated for students in lessons whilst having them attempt multiple examples in different situations.

A presentation to teach the halogens section of the new AQA chemistry A level. Topics include: Properties Redox Reactions Chemical tests Uses of chlorine

This booklet contains a thorough worked example through the steps to determining the structure of an organic compound. The steps included are : Elemental analysis (to determine empirical formula) Mass spec (to determine molecular formula) Calculating double bond equivalents (often overlooked at A-Level, but very useful). IR and chemical tests to determine functional groups present. NMR problem solving to determine overall structure. The worked example is in table format, with a guide and model response. There are 5 practice problems with answers. I have used it to teach AQA and OCR A, but it probably works with all exam boards.

Measure the EMF of an electrochemical cell. This resource was developed for a theory revision lesson but could also be used to introduce concepts. It includes methodology, explanation and typical exam questions.

I made this Powerpoint for a revision course for A2 chemists in Easter. It is specifically designed for OCR Salters B Chemistry. The topics that it covers are: - Transition metals and ligands. - Rates of reaction calculations. - Redox Calculations. - Equilibrium. - pH calculations and buffer solutions. - Arenes and azo dyes. = Polymer properties. N.B. If I have used anyone else's content inappropriately pleases notify me and I shall rectify. I have certainly used content gained else-ware as well as my own - please notify me so I can give credit where it is due.

Tests for alcohol, aldehyde, alkene and carboxylic acid. This resource was developed for a theory revision lesson but could also be used to introduce concepts. It includes methodology, explanation and typical exam questions.

PowerPoint presentation for topics within the Alkenes [3.3.4] section. Included is this pack is: 3.3.4.3. Addition polymers These presentations include*: - Slides that have been created from scratch by an experienced A-Level teacher. - Up-to-date information for the new course based on the specification and exam paper questions. - Key points, common errors and definitions. - Detailed theory, designed, on occasion to go beyond the specification to stretch the most able. - Worked examples, practice questions, exam-style questions and animated diagrams. - Slides that are mostly designed to minimise the amount of printing required in lessons. *Not every presentation will necessarily include all of the above, however across the entire course of presentations this is what to expect. Check back for updates as I continue to teach the course, the resource will always improve. To see free examples of some of my older (less detailed work) check out : https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/new-2016-aqa-chemistry-a-level-part-3-bonding-11128604 If you would like current samples of slides before you buy or have any suggestions please tweet: @ChemEdify I appreciate all constructive and honest reviews & hope you enjoy using these resources.

This organic reaction map is designed to help students learn the reactions and conditions to required to convert between different functional groups in the AQA A level course. There are four possible sheets (with increasing information): Sheet one - Just the different functional groups and their conversions. Sheet two - Includes sheet one + the displayed formulas of the molecules Sheet three - Includes sheet two + the types of reactions Sheet four - Includes sheet three + the reagents and conditions required for each. The different sheets allow different levels of scaffolding for the pupils in your class or the final sheet may just be provided as a summary sheet for revision purposes. Any questions or errors please tweet me @Chemedify.

Carry out simple test-tube reactions to identify transition metal ions in aqueous solution. This resource was developed for a theory revision lesson but could also be used to introduce concepts. It includes methodology, explanation and typical exam questions.

PowerPoint presentation for topics within the Alkenes [3.3.4] section. Included is this pack is: 3.3.4.1. Structure, bonding & reactivity 3.3.4.2 Addition reactions of alkenes 3.3.4.3 Addition polymers These presentations include*: - Slides that have been created from scratch by an experienced A-Level teacher. - Up-to-date information for the new course based on the specification and exam paper questions. - Key points, common errors and definitions. - Detailed theory, designed, on occasion to go beyond the specification to stretch the most able. - Worked examples, practice questions, exam-style questions and animated diagrams. - Slides that are mostly designed to minimise the amount of printing required in lessons. *Not every presentation will necessarily include all of the above, however across the entire course of presentations this is what to expect. Check back for updates as I continue to teach the course, the resource will always improve. To see free examples of some of my older (less detailed work) check out : https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/new-2016-aqa-chemistry-a-level-part-3-bonding-11128604 If you would like current samples of slides before you buy or have any suggestions please tweet: @ChemEdify I appreciate all constructive and honest reviews & hope you enjoy using these resources.