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Polar Resources believes that all organisms and ecosystems from the Arctic down to Antarctica are worth learning about. Our resources are designed to inspire the next generation to enjoy and protect our planet. These are produced by an individual with a Marine Biology degree, Masters in Education and 5 years science teaching experience. 10% of Polar Resources royalties will be donated to charities which support our planets endangered species and ecosystems.

Polar Resources believes that all organisms and ecosystems from the Arctic down to Antarctica are worth learning about. Our resources are designed to inspire the next generation to enjoy and protect our planet. These are produced by an individual with a Marine Biology degree, Masters in Education and 5 years science teaching experience. 10% of Polar Resources royalties will be donated to charities which support our planets endangered species and ecosystems.
The Year Earth Changed Worksheet
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The Year Earth Changed Worksheet

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This worksheet contains 28 questions, the answers of which can be found in Apple TV’s new documentary The Year Earth Changed which is narrated by David Attenborough. The documentary looks at how different species have benefited from reduced human impact during the corona virus pandemic. An answer sheet is also included which has the answers and the time in the documentary in which they can be found. This documentary links to biology specifications on maintaining biodiversity. This worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class or as a homework.
Microplastics lesson
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Microplastics lesson

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This is a great lesson to link science to real world situations. Microplastics is also a great topic to cover in science lessons or tutor/form time as part of pupils cultural capital curriculum. This microplastics lesson covers what microplastics are, how they enter ecosystems and food webs and their impact. Polymers and bioaccumulation are covered to link the lesson content to biology and chemistry specifications. Tasks included in this lesson Powerpoint are; drawing polymer molecules, bioaccumulation task (which has an optional challenge task), spider diagram task and end of lesson quiz. This is a print free lesson, however tasks can be printed from the Powerpoint slides if table top copies are preferred.
Photosynthesis Revision Mat
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Photosynthesis Revision Mat

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This worksheet is ideal for photosynthesis topic review and revision. Tasks in the worksheet cover the photosynthesis word equation, leaf adaptations, explaining the importance of adaptations and increasing the rate of photosynthesis. There are 4 tasks on the worksheet which have differing levels of difficulty. This is designed to easily create differentiation with no extra work for you. An answer sheet is included to enable easy self or peer assessment in the lesson. The worksheet was designed to cover the photosynthesis topic requirements of the KS3 English National Curriculum.
Vultures lesson
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Vultures lesson

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This is a full lesson about vultures. The topics covered are: -vulture key facts -vulture adaptations -why vultures are in decline -impacts of vulture decline -conservation of vultures This PowerPoint includes tasks; a quiz, task with challenge option and a letter writing task. This lesson requires no printing, information and tasks are included in the PowerPoint.
British Plants & Animals Quiz
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British Plants & Animals Quiz

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This quiz is about having fun whilst learning about the wildlife which lives in the British Isles. Photosynthesis, ecology key words and food webs rounds are included fit within the curriculum. This quiz contains a total of 56 questions split into 7 rounds: Mammals picture round Who made that sound? Birds picture round Photosynthesis Ecology key words Plants picture round Food webs This is the perfect quiz for end of topics or end of term. Keep pupils learning whilst having fun and engaging with their local wildlife.
The Green Planet Ep.4 Worksheet
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The Green Planet Ep.4 Worksheet

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This is a worksheet for BBC Iplayer’s The Green Planet Ep.4 Desert Worlds The worksheet contains 25 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks at plants and their adaptations to extreme dry conditions within deserts. Examples of topics looked at include plant cactus adaptations, seed dispersal, pollination and the impact of climate change on plants. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to the biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or curriculum competition.
Wild Isles Episode 3 Worksheet
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Wild Isles Episode 3 Worksheet

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This worksheet is for BBC Iplayer’s Wild Isles Ep. 3 Grasslands. The worksheet contains 26 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks at the ecosystems and wildlife found in the grasslands of the British Isles. Some of the species documented in this episode include hares, wild horses, field voles, black grouse, adders and white-tailed eagles. The documentary also highlights the importance of British biodiversity and the level of nature depletion. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or subject competition.
The Green Planet Ep.2 Worksheet
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The Green Planet Ep.2 Worksheet

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This is a worksheet for BBC Iplayer’s The Green Planet Ep.2 Water Worlds The worksheet contains 25 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks at plants and their adaptations in fresh water and the ocean. Examples of topics looked at include photosynthesis, seed dispersal and pollination. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to the biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or curriculum competition.
Wild Isles Episode 1 Worksheet
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Wild Isles Episode 1 Worksheet

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This worksheet is for BBC Iplayer’s Wild Isles Ep. 1 Our Precious Isles. The worksheet contains 26 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks at the ecosystems and wildlife found in the British Isles. Some of the species documented in this episode include orca, dormice, golden eagles and puffins. The documentary also highlights importance of British wildlife to biodiversity and the level of nature depletion. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or subject competition.
The Green Planet Ep.3 Worksheet
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The Green Planet Ep.3 Worksheet

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This is a worksheet for BBC Iplayer’s The Green Planet Ep.3 Seasonal Worlds The worksheet contains 25 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks at plants and their adaptations to seasonal conditions and changes. Examples of topics looked at include plant competition, seed dispersal, pollination and the impact of climate change on plants. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to the biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or curriculum competition.
Frozen Planet II Episode 4 Worksheet
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Frozen Planet II Episode 4 Worksheet

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This worksheet is for BBC Iplayer’s Frozen Planet II Ep. 4 Frozen South. The worksheet contains 26 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks at the adaptations and behaviour of wildlife which live in Antarctica. Some of the species documented in this episode include king penguins, Antipodean albatross, Weddell seal, killer whales and storm petrels. The documentary highlights the impacts of melting ice caused by climate change. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or subject competition.
The Green Planet Ep.1 Worksheet
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The Green Planet Ep.1 Worksheet

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This is a worksheet for BBC Iplayer’s The Green Planet Ep.1 Tropical Worlds The worksheet contains 25 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks at plants and their adaptations in tropical rainforests. Examples of topics looked at include competition for light, methods of pollination and the relationship between leaf cutter ants and fungi. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to the biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or curriculum competition.
Frozen Planet II Episode 1 Worksheet
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Frozen Planet II Episode 1 Worksheet

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This worksheet is for BBC Iplayer’s Frozen Planet II Ep. 1 Frozen Worlds. The worksheet contains 26 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks at wildlife and their adaptations in the frozen parts of the world. Some of the species followed include killer whales, Siberian tiger, hooded seal and polar bears. The documentary also looks at Greenland’s the rapidly declining ice due to climate change. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or subject competition.
Frozen Planet II Worksheets
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Frozen Planet II Worksheets

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This is a worksheet bundle for BBC Iplayer’s Frozen Planet II series. This series looks at the adaptations of organisms living in frozen ecosystems and the impact of climate change. This bundle contains a worksheet for each of the 6 episodes of Frozen Planet II series. Ep.1 Frozen Worlds Ep.2 Frozen Ocean Ep.3 Frozen Peaks Ep.4 Frozen South Ep.5 Frozen Lands Ep. 6 Our Frozen Planet Each worksheet consists of 26 questions and each has an answer sheet. These worksheets are a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or curriculum competition.
Frozen Planet II Episode 3 Worksheet
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Frozen Planet II Episode 3 Worksheet

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This worksheet is for BBC Iplayer’s Frozen Planet II Ep. 3 Frozen Peaks. The worksheet contains 26 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks at the adaptations and behaviour of wildlife which live on mountains. Species documented in this episode include chameleons, golden eagles, Japanese macaques, flamingos, pumas and giant pandas. The documentary highlights the retreat of glaciers due to climate change. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or subject competition.
Frozen Planet II Episode 5 Worksheet
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Frozen Planet II Episode 5 Worksheet

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This worksheet is for BBC Iplayer’s Frozen Planet II Ep. 5 Frozen Lands. The worksheet contains 26 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks at the adaptations and behaviour of wildlife which live far north. Species documented in this episode include wolves, Arctic foxes, Amur leopards, painted turtles, snowy owls and caribou. The documentary highlights the impact of melting permafrost due to climate change. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or subject competition.
Frozen Planet II Episode 2 Worksheet
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Frozen Planet II Episode 2 Worksheet

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This worksheet is for BBC Iplayer’s Frozen Planet II Ep. 2 Frozen Ocean. The worksheet contains 26 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks at wildlife and their adaptations which rely on the frozen Arctic Ocean. Some of the species followed include polar bears, beluga, bowhead whales, walruses and harp seal pups . The documentary highlights the impacts of climate change on wildlife which rely on the the sea ice. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or subject competition.
Saving Our Wild Isles
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Saving Our Wild Isles

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This worksheet is for BBC Iplayer’s Wild Isles series extra episode Saving Our Wild Isles. The worksheet contains 26 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary looks the challenges wildlife is facing in the British Isles and hear from people trying to do something about it. Some of the topics looked at include increasing biodiversity on farms, enabling nature to be accessible for everyone, fishing No Take Zone in Devon and restoring habitats in the Cairngorms. An answer sheet is included which states the times in the documentary where the answers can be found. This documentary links to biology and geography curriculums and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class, as a homework or subject competition.
Climate Change: Ade on the Frontline Ep.1 Worksheet
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Climate Change: Ade on the Frontline Ep.1 Worksheet

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This is a worksheet for BBC Iplayer’s Climate Change: Ade in the frontline Series 1 Episode 1. The link for the show is below. The worksheet contains 26 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentary. The documentary follows Ade Adepitan as he visits the Solomon Islands and Australia learning about how the countries have been impacted by climate change. Impacts covered include rising sea levels, forest fires and drought. An answer sheet is also included which has the answers and the time in the documentary in which they can be found. This documentary links to geography and science curriculum and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class or as a homework.
Climate Change: Ade on the Frontline Worksheets
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Climate Change: Ade on the Frontline Worksheets

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These are worksheets for BBC Iplayer’s Climate Change: Ade in the frontline Series 1. Each worksheet contains 26 questions, the answers of which can be found in the documentaries. The documentaries follow Ade Adepitan as he visits different countries around the world to learn about how they are affected by climate change and how they are mitigating the issues. An answer sheet is also included which has the answers and the time in the documentary in which they can be found. These documentaries link to geography and science curriculum and the worksheet is a great way to keep pupils engaged when watching the documentary in class or as a homework.