A easy to use powerpoint that introduces students to the concept of classifying organims into 5 main groups. It goes through the main diffrences between vertebrates and invertebrates with examples and features of each. There is also a printable fill in the blank acitivity sheet embedded in the PPT to use.

A powerpoint outlining what adaptaions are and examples of adaptaions in animals and plants. Also a homework assignment for students to research their own as well as a grading rubric. There are a few links to youtube videos summarising the concepts embedded in as well. Designed for KS3 but could be used for KS4 review.

A powerpoint outlining the different characteristics of the plant kingdom. This includes a review of the classification of animals (vertebrates and invertebrates from previous lesson - available in shop). Includes: Vascular vs. Non-vascular plants 5 Plant Classification and features for each: Mosses/Liverworts, Algae, Ferns, Conifers, Flowering Plants Dicots vs. Monocots A summary sheet (printable) There are also a few YouTube links to helpful review videos.

This is a simple to follow along PPT ready made to teach your students about: Circulaltion Systems Anatomty of the Heart Coronary Arteries and CHD Stents and Statins Heart Rate and ECGs A review quiz at the end. A complete 1 hour lesson or it could be split up into 2 lessons if needed. There is a printable blank heart diagram as well.

A powerpoint outlining what food pyramids are and how to construct and understand them. There is also a lesson plan for this lesson included as well. There is an optional game that could be played if time allows that has the students have to run back and forth outside trying to fill up buckets of water with buckets that have holes in them. It is meant to represent the transfer of energy and how some energy is lost from each trophic level.

A powerpoint designed to introduce students to the structure and function of water, carbohydrates, proteins, fats, nucleic acids. Additionally the different tests for these biological molecules is included as well (eg. Biuret’s solution for proteins) There is also an outline of how to carry out a vitamin C test using DCPIP. This lesson can be used as an introduction to the topic or as a prequel to having the students carry out the food tests, maybe as a “mystery solution” investigation where you have different samples of foods in different solutions labeled A,B,C,D etc. There is also several links to supportive YouTube videos included as well.

A powerpoint that outlines the differences between plant and animal cells. It also introduces the concept of tissues. There is a task to view prepared slides under a microscope OR the students can prepare their own slides of onion skins and cheek cells and draw what they see. There is also a grading rubric for a research/homework task where students have to create their own cell with labels.

A simple to use PPT that introduces students to the concept of variation within species and the 2 different types of variations (continuous and discontinuous). There is a little game as well that has students try to determine if various physical characteristics are caused by their genes or the environment. There is also a worksheet for them to carry out an investigation amongst themselves studying different features of themselves (eg. finger length).

A easy to use PPT that outlines the different organs and functions of the digestive system. There is also a printable sheet that goes along with the organs for the student to label (or it could be used as a quiz afterwards). There are some links to a few summary videos included as well.

A powerpoint that introduces students about how to use microscopes and the different parts (with a printable diagram for labels). It also talks about the history of the microscope and how to caluclate magnification. There is also a little bit at the end about some different types of microscopes. There is also a time for the students to observe prepared slides as well if time permits.

A complete PPT lesson which is easy to follow along with. Your students will learn about: The importance of blood Structure and function of Arteries, Veins and Capillaries Structure and function of the 4 components of blood (RBC, WBC, Platelets and Plasma) Links to youtube videos Printable sheet for students to fill in diagrams This would be suitable for a 1 hour lesson or could be split up into 2 lessons.

A powerpoint that outlines the different specialised cells in plants and animals. It also introduces the concept of stem cells and includes 2 “guess that cell games”. There is also a homework assignment for either designing a cell model or researching about different types of specialised cells with a grading rubric.

A powerpoint outlining the different factors that make different ecosystems. Both the abiotic and biotic factors are included. It also has students trying to research and draw/describe an ecosystem of their choosing which could be done in class or set for homework.

A powerpoint that teaches students how to design an experiment to investigate the behaviour of animals given certain conditions. It also provides a printable handout to help them organise their experiment.

A powerpoint and lesson plan designed for KS3 Food Chains and Webs. It outlines the different feeding relationships between organisms and discuss the use of food chains and food webs. It also includes how toxins can build up in food chains (eg. DDT).

A pre-made Jeorpardy style quiz ready to go. The topics include: Characteristics of Living Things, Drawing Skills, Classification Keys, Classification of Organisms 1 and 2 The questions and answers can be edited to suit your needs and level of students. There is also a final jeopardy question which can be amended to suit your needs as well for the students to wager their accumulated points. A great revision game that my students have always enjoyed. Its always useful to have some sweets as a prize for the winning team ready to go as well!

This is a complete PRINTABLE BOARD GAME designed and created by myself. It is designed to be a review game for the Ecology unit for KS3 or KS4 Biology. Basic Outline Students roll dice to move game pieces around the forest in search for food as either a rabbit or a fox. Students will be required to answer questions in order to successfully claim a piece of food. The first to obtain 5 pieces wins the game. Be careful not to get caught by the fox! Game Includes Game board (should be printed on A3) 60+ questions cards (some blank to add your own) Chance cards (some blank to add your own) Answer sheet for the questions Game rules sheet NOTE: Dice not included. Instructions for set up The game board should be printed on A3 paper in colour. Laminating it will keep it safe for a long time. The chance cards and question cards are included in a PPT and should be printed out DOUBLE SIDED so they can be easily glued and cut out together. I recommend printing it on light card stock so they are more durable. The game pieces and the carrot and meat pieces are also included in the question and chance card PPT and should be printed in colour and cut out. The answer sheet should be printed out in colour. Could be laminated if you wish. The instruction sheet should be printed out in colour. Could be laminated if you wish.

A powerpoint outlining the characteristics of the other kingdoms other than plants and animals. It briefly details bacteria, fungus, protoctista and viruses. Encourages students to draw and label the diagrams as well.

A simple and ready to use PowerPoint covering the key concepts for GCSE Diet and Health including the following: What is nutrition Balanced Diet 7 Nutrients Vitamins and Minerals + deficiencies Fibre Fat and Heart Disease Useful Youtube Links to summary videos This can be adapted/edited to meet your needs or add/remove information.