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UK based Science teacher, mainly sharing resources for the Edexcel GCSE (combined science and biology), Exploring Science at KS3, OCR Biology A A Level Biology and one off Science lessons / projects.

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UK based Science teacher, mainly sharing resources for the Edexcel GCSE (combined science and biology), Exploring Science at KS3, OCR Biology A A Level Biology and one off Science lessons / projects.
Edexcel CB4a Evidence for Human Evolution
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Edexcel CB4a Evidence for Human Evolution

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CB4a lesson from the new Edexcel Science GCSE, looking at evidence for human evolution. Lesson looks at what evolution is, binomial classification, species that are closely related, fossils as sources of evolution, evolution of human-like species, issues with the fossil record and the evolution of stone tools. *All of CB4 can be found here (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/edexcel-cb4-11363744)*
Edexcel CB4e Genes In Agriculture and Medicine
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Edexcel CB4e Genes In Agriculture and Medicine

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CB4e lesson from the new Edexcel Science GCSE looking at Genes In Agriculture and Medicine. The lesson includes researching the drawbacks to selective breeding and genetic engineering, analysing for and against arguments and the process of genetic engineering in bacteria to produce insulin (Higher only). *All of CB4 can be found here (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/edexcel-cb4-11363744)*
Edexcel CC3/4 in a Page
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Edexcel CC3/4 in a Page

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The Edexcel CC3 'Atomic Structure' and CC4 'The Periodic Table' topics summarised on a page each. Intended for use in helping students revise for the end of topic test. Includes content from : CC3a Structure of the Atom CC3b Atomic Number and Mass Number CC3c Isotopes CC4a Elements and the Periodic Table CC4b Atomic Number and the Periodic Table CC4c Electronic Configuration and the Periodic Table I've included the PDF version so that the formatting/layout is the same on any computer and the word version if you want to adapt it and change anything.
Edexcel CB1c Specialised Cells
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Edexcel CB1c Specialised Cells

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CB1c lesson from the new Edexcel Science GCSE (9-1) all about specialised cells. The lesson includes what a specialised cell is, specialised cells in digestion, specialised cells in reproduction and an investigation looking at specialised cells with microscopes.
Edexcel CB8c The Heart
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Edexcel CB8c The Heart

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CB8c lesson from the new Edexcel science GCSE (9-1) all about The Heart. The lesson includes what the heart is, the structure of the heart, how to calculate cardiac output and how exercise can affect cardiac output.
OCR Biology A- 17.3 Photosynthesis
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OCR Biology A- 17.3 Photosynthesis

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Two lessons for 17.3 from the OCR Biology A A Level all about photosynthesis. Lesson 1 focuses on chlorophyll and the light dependent stage. Lesson 2 focuses on the light independent stage. *The lesson was planned with the intention of carrying out flipped learning whereby students do pre-reading on the topic prior to the lesson so that we can consolidate that learning with activities/exam questions during the lesson. *
Edexcel CB8a Efficient Transport and Exchange
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Edexcel CB8a Efficient Transport and Exchange

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CB8a lesson from the new Edexcel combined science GCSE (9-1) all about efficient transport and exchange. The lesson includes which substances are taken in by the body and which are excreted, a recap on diffusion, how exchange surfaces are adapted to increase the rate of diffusion, Surface Area: Volume ratio, alveoli and a recap on root hair cells. There is one task near the end of the lesson which requires the use of the ActiveTeach worksheets but could easily be missed out or swapped for other available worksheets.
OCR Biology A- 18.6 Respiratory Substrates
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OCR Biology A- 18.6 Respiratory Substrates

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18.6 lesson from the OCR Biology A A Level all about respiratory substrates. *The lesson was planned with the intention of carrying out flipped learning whereby students do pre-reading on the topic prior to the lesson so that we can consolidate that learning with activities/exam questions during the lesson. *
OCR Biology A- 22.2 Artificial Cloning in Plants
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OCR Biology A- 22.2 Artificial Cloning in Plants

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22.2 lesson from the OCR Biology A A Level all about artificial cloning in plants. *The lesson was planned with the intention of carrying out flipped learning whereby students do pre-reading on the topic prior to the lesson so that we can consolidate that learning with activities/exam questions during the lesson. *
OCR Biology A- 22.5 Microorganisms, Medicines and Bioremediation
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OCR Biology A- 22.5 Microorganisms, Medicines and Bioremediation

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22.5 lesson from the OCR Biology A A Level all about microorganisms, medicines and bioremediation (biotechnology). *The lesson was planned with the intention of carrying out flipped learning whereby students do pre-reading on the topic prior to the lesson so that we can consolidate that learning with activities/exam questions during the lesson. *
Ecological Sampling Worksheets
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Ecological Sampling Worksheets

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A series of worksheets designed for a use on/after a sampling fieldtrip. Originally designed for sixth form Biology but several aspects could be used for a GCSE fieldtrip. Worksheet 1: Ecological concepts- Explains populations, communities, abiotic and biotic factors and asks them to comment on different factors at the sample site. Worksheet 2: Comparing plant communities in two different areas- Explains how to determine how many quadrats to use, how to randomly place quadrats, how to estimate percentage cover and recording tables for two different sites. Worksheet 3: Taking a transect- Explains the different types of transect and asks them to comment on a transect they have taken. Worksheet 4: Data analysis- Includes Simpson's diversity index and the chi-square tests, with worked examples and space to work out their own for each of them.
Edexcel CP6 Revision
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Edexcel CP6 Revision

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Revision lesson on the CP6 topic in the Edexcel combined science GCSE (9-1). Covering: - Atomic Models - Inside Atoms - Electrons and Orbits - Background Radiation - Types of Radiation - Radioactive Decay - Half Life - Dangers of Radioactivity Includes a check of all the learning outcomes, a practice exam question with a modelled answer, an activity with different questions around the room (all levelled), answers to self assess and a kahoot quiz to end the lesson.
Edexcel CC3c Isotopes
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Edexcel CC3c Isotopes

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CC3c lesson from the new Edexcel combined science GCSE (9-1) looking at isotopes. The lesson includes what isotopes are, relative mass and calculating relative atomic mass.
Edexcel CP1b Distance / Time Graphs
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Edexcel CP1b Distance / Time Graphs

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CP1b lesson from the new Edexcel combined science GCSE (9-1) all about distance time graphs. The lesson includes the difference between average and instantaneous speed, how to calculate speed, hot to interpret and draw distance/time graphs and how to calculate speed from a distance time graph. One activity towards the end of the lesson requires the use of worksheets form the ActiveTeach but could easily be swapped out for other worksheets available.
Edexcel SB3/CB3 Teacher Led Revision Lesson
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Edexcel SB3/CB3 Teacher Led Revision Lesson

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90 slide PowerPoint for a teacher-led revision lesson of SB3 (Edexcel Biology GCSE) and CB3 (Edexcel Combined Science GCSE) all about genetics. Goes through all the key content needed with Afl points throughout. Any higher/separate biology only content is marked as such and can be easily excluded when going through the lesson.
OCR Biology A Knowledge Organiser- Chapter 24
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OCR Biology A Knowledge Organiser- Chapter 24

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Knowledge organiser for OCR A Level Biology A covering chapter 24 ‘Populations and Sustainability’. Including: 24.1 Population Size 24.2 Competition 24.3 Predator-Prey Relationships 24.4 Conservation and Preservation 24.5 Sustainability 24.6 Ecosystem Management- Masai Mara 24.7 Ecosystem Management- Terai Region of Nepal 24.8 Ecosystem Management- Peat Bogs 24.9 Environmentally Sensitive Ecosystems
OCR Biology A- 13.7 Structure and Function of the Brain
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OCR Biology A- 13.7 Structure and Function of the Brain

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13.7 lesson from the OCR Biology A A Level all about structure and function of the brain. *The lesson was planned with the intention of carrying out flipped learning whereby students do pre-reading on the topic prior to the lesson so that we can consolidate that learning with activities/exam questions during the lesson. *
Edexcel CB3d Inheritance
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Edexcel CB3d Inheritance

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New Edexcel Science GCSE, CB3 topic looking at Inheritance. Lesson includes looking at what determines the sex of a child, chromosomes, punnet squares and family pedigree charts. *All of CB3 can be found together here (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/edexcel-cb3-11291549)*
Edexcel CC7
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Edexcel CC7

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CC7 section of the new Edexcel GCSE, covering: CC7a Molecular Compounds (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/edexcel-cc7a-molecular-compounds-11283000) CC7b Allotropes of Carbon (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/edexcel-cc7b-allotropes-of-carbon-11283003) CC7c Properties of Metals (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/edexcel-cc7c-properties-of-metals-11283692) CC7d Bonding Models (https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/edexcel-cc7d-bonding-models-11284496) All of which can be found separately at the links above.