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No time to spare? Martin Blake supplies reasonably priced resources designed for science and supply teachers in the UK. Each lesson comes with everything you need to deliver, except, of course, you. I teach the lessons I write, so follow me for regular updates to my catalogue.

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No time to spare? Martin Blake supplies reasonably priced resources designed for science and supply teachers in the UK. Each lesson comes with everything you need to deliver, except, of course, you. I teach the lessons I write, so follow me for regular updates to my catalogue.
OCR Chemistry A - AS Acids and Bases
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OCR Chemistry A - AS Acids and Bases

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Used for a successful interview lesson (1hr). Learning Objectives: Know names and formulae of common acids and alkalis Explain qualitatively what weak and strong acids are Predict the outcomes of neutralisation reactions, including writing balanced symbol equations Includes: differentiation extension activities exam questions answers for everything (which is always nice)
AQA Biology GCSE Artificial Blood
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AQA Biology GCSE Artificial Blood

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Matches spec ref: 4.2 Organisation (4.2.2.4) and old spec B3 This is part 2. See Artificial organs lesson for part 1. Dave is back and he's in trouble. Learning Objectives: Know what artificial blood is Know some of the advantages and disadvantages of types of artificial blood Know what a stent is, how it works, and its purpose. Save Dave. Again. Students continue to play the role of emergency doctor and think about artificial blood and how stents work.
KS4 Chemistry - Oxidation and Reduction
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KS4 Chemistry - Oxidation and Reduction

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A powerpoint lesson on oxidation and reduction for KS4 Chemistry students Includes Definitions and explanations OILRIG Questions and Answers Displacement Reaction Practical Guide using dropping tiles Ionic half equations Exam questions
AS Physics - Acceleration of Freefall
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AS Physics - Acceleration of Freefall

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Designed for an OCR A Physics lesson, this powerpoint has accompanying activities as well as exam practice questions. Covers: Acceleration, g, of free fall concept. Techniques and procedures used to determine the acceleration of free fall in the laboratory using trapdoor and electromagnet arrangement or light gates and timer.
KS3 Physics - Atmospheric Pressure
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KS3 Physics - Atmospheric Pressure

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A powerpoint lesson on Atmospheric Pressure for KS3 Physics Students Learning Objectives: Explain why pressure decreases the higher the altitude Understand how a barometer works Explain why boiling point decreases the higher the altitude Includes: A starter Explanations AFL activities Simple practical Plenary - the story of the Thief and the Mountain Execution
KS3 Physics - Colours
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KS3 Physics - Colours

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A powerpoint lesson on coloured light for KS3 Physics Learning Objectives: Describe how primary colours mix to form secondary colours. Explain why objects have different colours when light shines on them. Describe the properties of materials and how light behaves with them. Includes: Starter Explanations AFL activities Practical with ray boxes Concept Questions Plenary
Wave Interference KS3
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Wave Interference KS3

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A lesson on wave interference and application in everyday life for KS3 students or low-level KS4 students. Comes with a plan, a complete powerpoint, and the accompanying worksheet. Learning Objectives Suggest what happens when 2 waves combine. Apply the concept of interference in everyday life. Evaluate how to reduce interference in sound waves.
KS3 Science Keyword Homework (Complete Edition)
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KS3 Science Keyword Homework (Complete Edition)

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Each sheet is a simple keyword definition task with 10 keywords, which can be used as either a starter, plenary, or homework task. Useful cover activity as well. A bare bones sample is available for free for some of the units. Topics are: Acids and Alkalis Cells Chemical Purity Chemical Reactions Disease Ecosystems Electricity Elements and Compounds Energy Food Force Gas Exchange Genetics Matter Motion Photosynthesis Pressure Reproduction Rocks Skeletal System Space Waves also an excel file with each list included for the teacher. If there are any errors, please comment.
Endothermic Exothermic GCSE Chemistry AQA
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Endothermic Exothermic GCSE Chemistry AQA

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A lesson on exothermic and endothermic reactions for GCSE Chemistry. What you get for your buck... Lesson Plan Video starter (included and embedded) Supporting powerpoint Differentiated experiment worksheets a) Barium Hydroxide + Ammonium Nitrate b) Sodium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid c) Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate + Citric Acid d) Copper Sulphate solution + Magnesium Ribbon Exit Pass activity Plenary
Home Insulation GCSE Physics
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Home Insulation GCSE Physics

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A lesson on payback time and insulation methods in the home for GCSE Physics AQA Objectives: Be able to outline methods of insulation Describe R-value Calculate Payback Time What you get for your buck: A supporting powerpoint Example calculations (on ppt) A worksheet with a challenge question
Acid Rain GCSE Chemistry
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Acid Rain GCSE Chemistry

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A straightforward lesson with a puzzle starter for teaching the reaction of acids on limestone. Includes: a lesson plan a supporting powerpoint a method sheet for the practical The puzzle title is "the effect of acid rain on limestone statues and buildings"
Atoms and Elements with LEGO KS3
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Atoms and Elements with LEGO KS3

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You'll need lots of LEGO for this lesson and a piece of paper. Learning Objectives 1. Recognise that all matter is made up of atoms 2. Know that elements are made from atoms Discussive starter Reminder of particle theory diagram LEGO Activity Some questions at the end Have fun. Get them to bag the LEGO up at the end. Just warning you in advance.
Forces in Motion GCSE Physics AQA
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Forces in Motion GCSE Physics AQA

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A consolidation AQA P2 lesson on F=ma, v=d/t, a=(v-u)/t, d/t graphs, v/t graphs used in a successful lesson observation with a class of 31 students at mid to high grade ability. Order of Business: *The formulas, units, abbreviations *Describing motion on v/t graphs *4 Group activity using worksheets (slides 18 to 25 print back to back). Students complete the front page. Worksheet activities differentiated by science group (Newton, Darwin, Einstein, Hawking) *Science Groups change to number groups and share answers on reverse of worksheet as experts. Calculate distance on v/t graphs Plenary Question NB/ You may wish to change the example problems on the worksheet/ppt to include your name instead of mine.
Pathological Diseases - Case Notes Unit 43
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Pathological Diseases - Case Notes Unit 43

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A collection of case notes on pathological diseases designed for BTEC Level 3 Unit 43 Diseases. Used correctly, they can provide a starting point to show students how to write informative case notes without stealing large tracts of info from wiki, as well as provide a nice resource for struggling students to start from. They could also be used as short reading material for studying disease at any secondary level. Each case note contains basic symptoms, etiology, epidemiology, treatment options.
Velocity KS3
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Velocity KS3

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A powerpoint presentation/lesson on velocity for KS3 students or low level KS4. Learning Objectives Recall the difference between scalers and vectors To describe the difference between speed and velocity To calculate velocity of a falling object Starter - speed calculation Definitions of scalar and vector with exercise Clear explanation of speed vs velocity Practical activity using falling paper cake cases Plenary questions All calculations are answered in the slides.
Longitudinal Waves KS3
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Longitudinal Waves KS3

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A lesson on longitudinal waves for KS3 students in physics. They learn about sound waves, longitudinal waves, and then apply to P and S waves in seismic activity. Comes with a plan, powerpoint and relevant worksheets. Learning Objectives Be able to describe a longitudinal wave Define the terms: rarefaction and compression and describe the properties of different types of waves. Describe and explain a model of a longitudinal wave
Thermal Radiation KS3
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Thermal Radiation KS3

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Suitable for KS3 and low level KS4 classes Learning Objectives To define heat transfer by radiation To describe an example of radiation To explain why radiation occurs Simple starter identifying likely heat loss points on a house Quick exposition Definitions of heat transfer Thermograms Practical Activity: comparing material and heat loss Solar radiation Q & A plenary