I am a High School and Sixth Form Chemistry teacher teaching Science to GCSE and Chemistry to A Level. My GCSE resources generally follow the new AQA (9-1) specification, differentiated for foundation and higher students at trilogy and separate science levels. My Key Stage 3 resources are suited to mixed ability groups and are designed to be dyslexia friendly with bold coloured text boxes and bright diagrams.
Please give me your opinion and review downloaded resources!
I am a High School and Sixth Form Chemistry teacher teaching Science to GCSE and Chemistry to A Level. My GCSE resources generally follow the new AQA (9-1) specification, differentiated for foundation and higher students at trilogy and separate science levels. My Key Stage 3 resources are suited to mixed ability groups and are designed to be dyslexia friendly with bold coloured text boxes and bright diagrams.
Please give me your opinion and review downloaded resources!
This Leaf Structure Study Pack contains the following activities:
Labelling the cross section of a leaf
(diagram and keywords given to aid student)
Matching keywords to definitions
(stoma, guard cell, chloroplast, wax cuticle etc . . .)
Understanding the function of the stomata
(gases entering and exiting)
Learning the adaptations of leaves
(questions on surface area, stomata and leaf thickness)
A leaf keyword puzzle
(a word search with keywords)
Full answer set
I use this study pack resource as a workbook to guide students through the leaf unit. It is designed to be printed on A4 in either black and white or colour. It is ideal for upper middle school and high school ages. Loved by all! Enjoy.
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NERVE CELLS AND SYNAPSES DIAGRAM WORKSHEET
Included in this resource:
Nerve Cell Diagram Worksheet - Looking at parts of the nerve cell, students can label and describe the functions (e.g. nucleus, axon, dendrites, myelin sheath etc). Students are also asked to define what a neuron is and the three types or neurone, linked to a simple diagram.
Synapse Diagram Worksheet - Students are presented with a diagram of a synapse and must label the relevant parts. Students then outline the process of the chemical neurotransmitters diffusing from one neurone to another in four bitesize steps, with the aid of keywords.
Answers - A full set of comprehensive answers are available for both worksheets for teacher/ independent / peer review.
Please note these worksheets uses the British English spelling for neurone.
Please feel free to ask any questions and view the preview for further insight - Many thanks - Science House
Xylem and Phloem Diagram Worksheets
Xylem worksheet and answer sheet
Phloem worksheet and answer sheet
“Bold summary worksheets which outline everything you need to know about the xylem and phloem at high school level.”
The worksheets include questions on the following:
Describe vessel structure
State which substances are transported
Describe the direction of transport in the vessel
Describe the process of transportation
Compare the xylem and phloem through a Venn diagram
Identify xylem and phloem location in the stem
Answer sheets are included. The resource is editable and set up in A4 format.
Many thanks! - Science House
Specialized Cells - Plants and Animals Activity Worksheet
This resource can be used for:
An introductory/summary task
Homework
Independent work
Revision task
Finisher activity
Research task
Included in this resource are two specialized cell worksheets:
Specialized cells in plants (including root hair cells, palisade cells, xylem cells and phloem cells)
Specialized cells in animals (including sperm, egg, blood cells, muscle cells, nerve cells, ciliated cells and villi)
The worksheets focus on identifying the specialized cells, adding labels to cells, describing the jobs of the cells and how they are adapted to their function.
Both worksheets are completely editable and A4 in size. Comprehensive answer sheets are provided for both worksheets (can be used for teacher or student use).
American spellings are used in this resource.
Many thanks - Science House
Blood Vessel Worksheet
Included:
Artery worksheet and answer sheet
Vein worksheet and answer sheet
Capillary worksheet and answer sheet
The worksheets focus on the structure of the blood vessels, the functions, the blood pressure and how they compare to one another. Each blood vessel worksheet includes a label task, quick multiple choice questions and a key questions section.
All worksheets are in A4, set up in PowerPoint and are completely editable.
Enzyme Worksheets
Included in this resource:
3 enzyme worksheets
3 accompanying answer pages
Worksheet 1: Summary worksheet focusing on the key aspects of enzymes in action (e.g. examples of common enzymes in food, key points, definitions and the lock and key theory overview).
Worksheet 2: A visual worksheet where students label a three step lock and key diagram and answer key questions linked to active site and substrates/products.
Worksheet 3: A graph worksheet focusing on factors influencing enzyme activity such as temperature, pH and substrate concentration.
Editable version set up in PowerPoint A4.
Christmas Science Colouring Pages
The perfect wind down resources for high school science students - hand drawn colouring pages.
Included in this resource:
1 biology ‘DNA tree’ colouring page
1 chemistry ‘Chemistree’ colouring page
1 physics ‘Cosmic Christmas’ colouring page
All three colouring pages come in A4 and A5 formats (both can be opened in PowerPoint or by PDF). I have also included the images used, so you can adapt the pages into which ever format/size you like.
Thanks!
Types of Pathogen: Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi and Protists Diseases Worksheets
This resource can be used for:
An introductory/summary task
Homework
Independent work
Revision task
Finisher activity
Research task
Included in this resource are four worksheets (one for each pathogen type). The worksheets aid students to give examples of the pathogenic disease, define keywords and terminology, label or compare diagrams, and describe transmission, symptoms and disease treatment.
The worksheets ensure that learners have a firm understanding of key points and concepts. Also included is a matching answer key which gives comprehensive answers and can be used for teacher or peer review. A completely editable version of all sheets is included in the resource.
I have found the pathogen type worksheets to be engaging and very student friendly. They get to the point and break down a topic into bitesize chunks. Please view the preview for a greater understanding of what this resource includes.
Thanks - Science House
Virus Diagram Worksheets
Included in this resource:
Worksheet 1 -
Label a spherical virus
Writing a definition for a virus
How viruses are treated
How viruses reproduce
Explain viral load
Worksheet 2 -
Label a complex virus
Give 3 examples of viruses
Why viruses are not classed as living
Comparison between viruses and bacteria
Comprehensive ANSWERS are included for both worksheets. This is a 4 page resource (2 worksheets and 2 answer sheets). All documents included are completely editable and print ready, saved in an A4 format.
Great to be used as:
Homework
Revision activity
Summary task
There may be some American spellings in this resource.
Bacteria Diagram Worksheets
Included in this resource:
Worksheet 1 -
Label bacteria
Describing functions
Writing a definition for bacteria
Worksheet 2 -
Why bacteria are prokaryotic
How bacteria reproduce
Examples of useful and dangerous bacteria
How bacterial infections are treated
Comparison between bacteria and eukaryotic cells
Comprehensive ANSWERS are included for both worksheets. This is a 4 page resource (2 worksheets and 2 answer sheets). All documents included are completely editable and print ready, saved in an A4 format.
Great to be used as:
Homework
Revision activity
Summary task
There may be some American spellings in this resource.
STI and STD Dominoes
Included in the resource:
A domino pack with additional picture activity
An answer key for each domino
Domino pack:
Included is a set of dominoes on common STIs and STDs e.g. Gonorrhoea, chlamydia, herpes, genital warts, pubic lice etc. The fifteen dominoes are matched by clues relating to the symptoms of the STIs and STDs. As an extension activity, students can also match pictures to some of the dominoes in their chain.
Answer key:
Included is an answer page for all STIs and STDs in the domino pack. An answer key is also included for the picture matching activity.
This resource is simple to use and a great tool for approaching a difficult topic. Little prior knowledge is required and it is ideal for a range of ages. There is no nude images and the resource approaches the topic scientifically but sensitively.
Please feel free to ask any questions before purchasing!
Levels of Organization
Included in this resource:
Two summary worksheets outlining the levels of organization (cells, tissues, organs, organ systems and organisms). The worksheets complement learning on this topic by reviewing key features, such as what each level entails, as well as examples of cells, tissues, organs and organ systems and their functions.
The worksheets come both in a color and black and white format. They are set up in A4 PowerPoint, so can be presented in the class as a slide show too, which can support the answering stage. The worksheets are completely editable and full answers are included.
Ideal for:
Introduction
Summary
Revision
Homework
Please note that American English spellings are used in this resource.
Many thanks - Science House.
Types of Data: Continuous and Discrete (Discontinuous) Full Lesson
This full lesson includes a lesson PowerPoint with student activities and tasks included within the document. Answers are also included at each stage for student review. This lesson focuses on the differences between continuous and discrete (discontinuous) data, collecting data and representing it appropriately in a bar chart. Follow up activities include extension questions and the resource comes with pre-drawn student tables and a graph help sheet featuring a template graph for further support. The lesson also touches on math skills.
Included in the lesson:
Engaging starter task
Lesson objectives and lesson keywords
Intro task: Continuous vs discrete (discontinuous) data in a class
Task 1: Collecting data
Task 2: Tallying up
Task 3: Bar chart drawing with support graph
Reflective plenary activity
This lesson is ideal for students who have no prior knowledge of data types. The lesson introduces new keywords such as ‘continuous’ and ‘discrete/ discontinuous’ and engages students through linked activities which are fully resourced and come with accompanying answers.
The resource is a Powerpoint presentation with an accompanying PDF copy, so the resource can be edited and there is also a print-ready version for included worksheets.
Please feel free to ask any further questions before purchasing.
*Please note that this lesson may include American spellings
Balanced Diet Lesson
This full lesson includes a lesson PowerPoint with student activities and tasks included within the document. Answers are also included at each stage for student review. This lesson focuses on defining a balanced diet, reflecting on student eating habits and portraying data in a pie chart. Follow up activities include challenge questions. The lesson also touches on math skills.
Included in the lesson:
Engaging starter task
Lesson objectives
Food group pyramid questions
Meal diary
Real life questions
Drawing a pie chart challenge task
The perfect plate drawing task
Reflective quiz plenary
This lesson is ideal for students who have no prior knowledge of diet and food groups. The lesson introduces new keywords such as ‘protein’ and ‘carbohydrate’ and engages students through linked activities which are fully resourced and come with accompanying answers.
The resource is a Powerpoint presentation with an accompanying PDF copy, so the resource can be edited and there is also a print-ready version.
Please feel free to ask any further questions before purchasing. Please note that this lesson may include some American spellings.
Xylem and Phloem: Transportation in Plants Lesson
This full lesson includes a lesson PowerPoint with student activities and tasks included within the document. Answers are also included at each stage for student review. This lesson focusses on the functions of the xylem and phloem, transpiration and transportation in plants. There is no formal practical, but the lesson does include a teacher demonstration (using only a celery stick and some dye), alternatively a relevant YouTube video would suffice.
Included in the lesson:
Starter task focussing on plant nutrition
Celery teacher demonstration and student predictions
Xylem and phloem discussion
Student information table task
Transpiration
Student exam question practice
Demonstration reflection
Keyword plenary activity
This lesson is ideal for students new to transportation in plants who haven’t been introduced to key terms such as xylem, phloem and transpiration.
The resource is a Powerpoint presentation with an accompanying PDF copy, so the resource can be edited and there is also a print-ready version for included worksheets. Please feel free to ask any further questions before purchasing.
Polymers and the Environment: Biodegradable and Recycling
This full lesson includes a lesson PowerPoint with student activities and tasks included within the document. Answers are also included at each stage for student review. This lesson focusses on the role of polymers in environmental issues, with particular emphasis on plastics, biodegradability and recycling. There is no practical, but the option to watch associated YouTube clips, although this isn’t required for the lesson.
Included in the lesson:
Starter keyword crossword task
Student opinion on plastics
Upgrading answers task (PEE Paragraphs)
Student key questions
Answer discussion
Information on recycling
Biodegradable definition
Reflection on plastic opinions
Reflective plenary activity
This lesson is ideal for students new to environmental issues who haven’t been introduced to key terms such as biodegradable and photodegradable. The keywords monomer, polymer, natural, synthetic and polymerization are mentioned within the lesson, so prior knowledge of these terms would be ideal.
The resource is a Powerpoint presentation with an accompanying PDF copy, so the resource can be edited and there is also a print-ready version for included worksheets. Please feel free to ask any further questions before purchasing.
This Drugs and Alcohol Study Pack is ideal for high school classes.
Included within the study pack:
Differentiated Questions
Cut and Paste Activity
True or False Activity
Leaflet Activity
Categorising Drugs Activity
Keyword Word Search
Matching Keyword to Definitions
After completing the activities within the study pack your class will be able to:
All
Identify drugs which are legal and illegal
Identify the effects of alcohol abuse
Most
Consider the different ways drugs can be categorized, and give opinions on the different categories
Explain the short and long term effects of alcohol abuse
Some
Consider the risks around different drugs and try to explain a personal viewpoint on the reasons as to why people choose to take these drugs.
Full answers are also included within the study pack. Please leave your feedback!
(Some of my resources may include American spellings)
Christmas Biology - Animal Study: Reindeer
This resource includes 3 activity pages:
Page 1 - Reindeer Key Questions linked to habitat, predators, food source and location
Page 2 - Conservation Poster linked to the reindeer’s ‘vulnerable’ status and raising awareness
Page 3 - Reindeer Adaptations label and describe a reindeer including fur, hooves, eyes, nose and antlers and how these are linked to survival.
Full comprehensive answers are also included.
This is an ideal resource for students particularly in the run up to Christmas! It supports learning of habitat, food chains, adaptations and conservation whilst fulfilling students demands to do something ‘christmassy’.
There may be some American spellings in this resource.
Stem Cells Human and Plant Activity Worksheets
This resource can be used for:
An introductory/summary task
Homework
Independent work
Revision task
Finisher activity
Research task
Included in this resource are two stem cell worksheets:
Stem cells in humans (including embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells, along with stem cell research)
Stem cells in plants (including meristems, specialized plant cells, cloning and genetic engineering)
The worksheets focus on the key features of stem cells in humans and plants, providing a concise overview of the topic.
Both worksheets are completely editable and A4 in size. Comprehensive answer sheets are provided for both worksheets (can be used for teacher or student use).
American spellings are used in this resource.
Many thanks - Science House
This Cootie Catcher Resource is a fun way to learn about a balanced diet.
Included are questions on:
Key food groups
Food group functions
Food group examples
Also Included . . .
A ‘how to fold’ instructions sheet
A ‘how to play’ instructions sheet
It is simple to use and very effective at getting key points across to students. The cootie catcher is also a brilliant form of peer assessment and student interaction as they can test each other on the key points.
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