I love resources that ensure all pupils are able to access & feel confident within lessons. It makes me sad when a pupil feels stressed because they don't get it. I love hearing a pupil say "I am on it miss".
All resources for main part of lessons are differentiated to 3 if not 4 levels of progress.
Starters are mixed ability so that I can get pupils to feel confident in areas they struggle on.
Any queries please email me; shacostello@gmail.com
I love resources that ensure all pupils are able to access & feel confident within lessons. It makes me sad when a pupil feels stressed because they don't get it. I love hearing a pupil say "I am on it miss".
All resources for main part of lessons are differentiated to 3 if not 4 levels of progress.
Starters are mixed ability so that I can get pupils to feel confident in areas they struggle on.
Any queries please email me; shacostello@gmail.com
Resource;
FDP – Worded Problem homework. Based on questions from the SAMs, New Specimen papers from EDEXCEL.
WAGOLL (What A Good One Looks Like) Sheet – same as a prompt sheet, I have started given pupils a WAGOLL sheet with each homework to show them “What a good one looks like”. This way the know my expectation for homework.
Solutions
Contains;
1. 7 worded problems. You are probably thinking why so little? Well, because my pupils find worded problems really difficult so I am trying to get quality homework rather than quantity homework. I do see a huge difference in the quality I am receiving and I am happy with that. Based on new style questions from the Pearson Edexcel exams.
2. WAGOLL Sheet – same as a prompt sheet, I have started given pupils a WAGOLL sheet with each homework to show them “What a good one looks like”. This way the know my expectation for homework.
3. 7 solutions provided.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to print on A4. If you wish to print select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
File Type;
PDF worded problems.
PDF - scanned in for solutions and WAGOLL sheet.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupil’s skills at answering worded problems/functional skills. To ensure pupils try the worded problem questions in the exam and don’t just leave them blank. To encourage pupils to use the WAGOLL sheet to help them access questions they are not sure on. To improve the quality of homework being handed in.
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Work in pairs. To play you must answer the question in each of the squares. If you get that question correct you can place your sticker over that square with the answer on it. The winner is the first person to get four questions correctly answered in a row vertically or diagonally.
12 questions involving basic to problem solving with algebra and angles.
Answers included.
Good to challenge lower ability sets on knowledge of angles and algebra but also good to stretch pupils who know their angles facts.
Attached is a basic PPT for a lower ability class in KS3.
It goes through number facts and a movie at the end of each round.
Pupils are placed into groups - no more than 4 per group as people start to disengage, you can give each pupil a job to ensure all are working. All should have working out paper. This is a great way to encourage group mathematical discussion and pupils working together.
4 rounds - 5 questions each and the best team with the most points at the end wins a maths piece of equipment. Q4 is the same on all rounds as it was something my class found difficult, some serious misconceptions around adding unlike terms in maths.
Learners are given the opportunity to calculate missing angles on a straight line, around a point and in a triangle. Once they have achieved each there is a problem involving algebra to challenge their knowledge and understanding. My year 8s loved this.
Resource;
Mixed Number to Improper Fractions – Treasure Hunt.
Contains;
1. 10 amber cards/questions. 10 green cards/questions.
2.Cross Curricular link encourages literacy with the pupils, mathematical discussion in pairs on how to solve problems around the classroom (this is a massive focus in our school).
3. 20 solutions provided within task itself. Each card is beside that answer to make it easy for you to check when pupils say they are finished.
4. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to display around the classroom. You will need one copy (I like to have in colour, but can be black and white) to put up around the room. Print on A4. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupils thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to get involved, engaged in task. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. Watch pupils get motivated while consolidating learning – quick way to get pupils to engage in task and complete questions in a short space of time.
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If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ shacostello@gmail.com
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PDF
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Resource;
Percentages – Treasure Hunt.
Amber – find a percentage of an amount
Green – increase/decrease by a percentage.
Contains;
1. 10 amber cards/questions. 10 green cards/questions.
2.Cross Curricular link encourages literacy with the pupils, mathematical discussion in pairs on how to solve problems around the classroom (this is a massive focus in our school).
3. 20 solutions provided within task itself. Each card is beside that answer to make it easy for you to check when pupils say they are finished.
4. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to display around the classroom. You will need one copy (I like to have in colour, but can be black and white) to put up around the room. Print on A4. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
Printing tip 2: Print in colour, laminate and reuse.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupils thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to get involved, engaged in task. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. Watch pupils get motivated while consolidating learning – quick way to get pupils to engage in task and complete questions in a short space of time.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ oninmaths@gmail.com
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PDF
Terms of use;
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Resource;
Factors, multiples, HCF and LCM– Treasure Hunt.
Amber – factors and multiples
Green – HCF and LCM
This is an engaging way of practicing factors, multiples, HCF and LCM.
Contains;
1. 10 amber cards/questions. 10 green cards/questions.
2.Cross Curricular link encourages literacy with the pupils, mathematical discussion in pairs on how to solve problems around the classroom (this is a massive focus in our school).
3. 20 solutions provided within task itself. Each card is beside that answer to make it easy for you to check when pupils say they are finished.
4. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to display around the classroom. You will need one copy (I like to have in colour, but can be black and white) to put up around the room. Print on A4. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupils thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to get involved, engaged in task. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. Watch pupils get motivated while consolidating learning – quick way to get pupils to engage in task and complete questions in a short space of time.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ oninmaths@gmail.com
File Type;
PDF
Terms of use;
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Includes a tick or trash, thoughts and crosses and RAG task on simple formulae. Includes the answers.
Perfect for pupils struggling on factorising, revision tasks or main task when introducing factorising.
Resource;
Equivalent Fractions – Reasoning Cards.
Contains;
1. 16 simplifying/ equivalent fraction statements. One statement per card.
2.Cross Curricular link encourages literacy with the pupils (this is a massive focus in our school).
3. 16 solutions provided.
4. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
5. Printable version – white version instead of yellow to save on ink.
Printing Tip;
This resource has been designed to display on board or print on A4. If you wish to print select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4. You can also use as trade cards and cut each A4 sheet into the 8 cards, then it can be used as a pair/group activity like rally coach. Each pupil could explain their partners card to them.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupils thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to think about what a term equivalent or simplifying actually means. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. This is a good resource to developing pupils reasoning skills.
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If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
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Fan and Pick promotes cooperative learning, creating situations for discussions around finding the correct answer and not just what the answer is. They can be used as a plenary activity to determine what learning has taken place, used to determine pupils prior
RAG catchphrase, Red easy going to purple which is hardest. Something to engage pupils and get them answering as many questions as possible while challenging themselves. Pupils complete as many questions as possible moving them from easy (the red task) to amber (little harder) and then green. My class really enjoyed guessing the catch phrase after the task was complete. Works a treat to get more challenging classes engaged.
Instructions and printable copy included.
File type:
PDF
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Resource;
Ratio practice– Treasure Hunt.
Amber – simplifying ratio
Green – sharing amounts into a given ratio.
This is an engaging way of practicing ratio at KS2/KS3level. Good for introduction to ratio and also to consolidate ratio in revision or intervention.
Contains;
1. 10 amber cards/questions. 10 green cards/questions.
2.Cross Curricular link encourages literacy with the pupils, mathematical discussion in pairs on how to solve problems around the classroom (this is a massive focus in our school).
3. 20 solutions provided within task itself. Each card is beside that answer to make it easy for you to check when pupils say they are finished.
4. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to display around the classroom. You will need one copy (I like to have in colour, but can be black and white) to put up around the room. Print on A4. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupils thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to get involved, engaged in task. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. Watch pupils get motivated while consolidating learning – quick way to get pupils to engage in task and complete questions in a short space of time.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ oninmaths@gmail.com
File Type;
PDF
Terms of use;
Please use only by the customer buying the resource.
Resource;
Solving one and two step equations – Treasure Hunt.
Could also be used as a solving equations differentiated loop card resource if it is not suitable for a class to complete as a treasure hunt. I tend to use as a loop card particularly with year 11 for tasks and revision.
Contains;
1. 10 amber cards/questions. 10 green cards/questions.
2.Cross Curricular link encourages literacy with the pupils, mathematical discussion in pairs on how to solve problems around the classroom (this is a massive focus in our school).
3. 20 solutions provided within task itself. Each card is beside that answer to make it easy for you to check when pupils say they are finished.
4. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
Printing Tip if using as a treasure hunt: This resource has been designed to display around the classroom. You will need one copy (I like to have in colour, but can be black and white) to put up around the room. Print on A4. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
Printing Tip if using as a loop card: You will need a number of copies, depending on class size, one pack per table. You could decide who was completing amber and who was completing green beforehand so you knew how many sets you needed. (I like to have in colour, but can be black and white). Print on A4 but I would shrink, two A5 pages per A4 to save on printing costs. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupil’s mathematical discussion skills. To encourage pupils to get involved, engaged in task. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. Watch pupils get motivated while consolidating learning – quick way to get pupils to engage in task and complete questions in a short space of time.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ onitmaths@gmail.com
File Type;
PDF
Terms of use;
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Resource;
Collecting like terms – Tick or Trash (3 sets).
Tick or Trash one – basic collecting like terms. Allowing students to apply their knowledge of basic simplifying expressions.
Tick or Trash two and three – links to common misconceptions around adding t2 + t2 and getting t4 instead of the correct answer of 2t2. There is also links with perimeter and area – getting pupils to write expressions for perimeter and area linked to expressions.
Contains;
1. 3 different tick or trash tasks. 9 questions in each.
2. 3 sets of solutions provided with task.
3. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to give each pupil a copy. It can be displayed on board but will need to be zoomed in. Print on A4 – two tick or trash tasks on one A4 page. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4 and then print 2 copies to one page.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupils thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to get involved, engaged in task. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. Watch pupils get motivated while consolidating learning – quick way to get pupils to engage in task and complete questions in a short space of time. They cannot wait to see who wins.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ onitmaths@gmail.com
File Type;
PDF
Terms of use;
Please use only by the customer buying the resource.
Resource;
KS2 Arithmetic paper 1 addition/subtraction fraction practice– Treasure Hunt.
Amber – fractions addition and subtraction
Green – mixed number fractions addition and subtraction.
This is an engaging way of practicing addition at KS2 level.
Perfect for KS3 intervention or consolidation of addition and subtraction of fractions at KS3 level.
Contains;
1. 10 amber cards/questions. 10 green cards/questions.
2.Cross Curricular link encourages literacy with the pupils, mathematical discussion in pairs on how to solve problems around the classroom (this is a massive focus in our school).
3. 20 solutions provided within task itself. Each card is beside that answer to make it easy for you to check when pupils say they are finished.
4. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to display around the classroom. You will need one copy (I like to have in colour, but can be black and white) to put up around the room. Print on A4. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
Tip 2: Print in colour and laminate, perfect to reuse.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupils thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to get involved, engaged in task. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. Watch pupils get motivated while consolidating learning – quick way to get pupils to engage in task and complete questions in a short space of time.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ oninmaths@gmail.com
File Type;
PDF
Terms of use;
Please use only by the customer buying the resource.
Resource;
KS2 Arithmetic paper 1 fraction practice– Treasure Hunt.
Amber – straightforward basic multiplying and dividing fractions, like it comes up in the exam.
Green – Mixed Number Fractions multiplying and dividing fractions.
This is an engaging way of practicing addition at KS2 level.
Perfect for KS3 consolidation or intervention, recap to lower ability class on multiplying and dividing fractions.
Contains;
1. 10 amber cards/questions. 10 green cards/questions.
2.Cross Curricular link encourages literacy with the pupils, mathematical discussion in pairs on how to solve problems around the classroom (this is a massive focus in our school).
3. 20 solutions provided within task itself. Each card is beside that answer to make it easy for you to check when pupils say they are finished.
4. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to display around the classroom. You will need one copy (I like to have in colour, but can be black and white) to put up around the room. Print on A4. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupils thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to get involved, engaged in task. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. Watch pupils get motivated while consolidating learning – quick way to get pupils to engage in task and complete questions in a short space of time.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ oninmaths@gmail.com
File Type;
PDF
Terms of use;
Please use only by the customer buying the resource.
Resource;
KS2 Arithmetic paper 1 Multiplying and Dividing Fractions practice - Thoughts and Crosses.
Could also be treated as a multiplying and dividing fractions– differentiated worksheet covering different styles of questions that may be asked on the foundation tier exam.
Perfect for revision/consolidation at KS3 or using as intervention task at KS3.
Contains;
1. 16 questions on thoughts and crosses, moving from foundation level to exceeding.
2.Cross Curricular link encourages literacy with the pupils, pupils speaking to each other and explaining to how solve problems (this is a massive focus in our school).
3. 16 answers provided.
4. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
5. Printable version – white version.
6. Please download file and ensure you don’t just drag and drop to google drive as this can cause issues with the viewing the file.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to display on board or print on A4. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
Tip 2: You could laminate and reuse for other classes. This could be printed in colour and used over and over again. Saving you time and money on the printing costs.
File Type;
PDF
Idea behind task;
To develop pupil’s mathematical discussions and thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to think about what they are writing down in the exam. By speaking to their partner it means their explanation and answers must make sense. Good practice for the exam to ensure they show full working out and to check their answer makes sense.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ onitmaths@gmail.com
Terms of use;
Please use only by the customer buying the resource.
Resource;
KS2 rounding practice– Treasure Hunt.
Amber – rounding to the nearest 10 and 100.
Green – rounding to nearest 1000 and whole number.
This is an engaging way of practicing rounding at KS2 level and perfect for KS3 intervention.
Contains;
1. 10 amber cards/questions. 10 green cards/questions.
2.Cross Curricular link encourages literacy with the pupils, mathematical discussion in pairs on how to solve problems around the classroom (this is a massive focus in our school).
3. 20 solutions provided within task itself. Each card is beside that answer to make it easy for you to check when pupils say they are finished.
4. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to display around the classroom. You will need one copy (I like to have in colour, but can be black and white) to put up around the room. Print on A4. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupils thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to get involved, engaged in task. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. Watch pupils get motivated while consolidating learning – quick way to get pupils to engage in task and complete questions in a short space of time.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ oninmaths@gmail.com
File Type;
PDF
Terms of use;
Please use only by the customer buying the resource.
Resource;
Expanding Brackets (3 Levels) – Tick or Trash.
Expand a single bracket, expand double brackets, expand triple brackets.
Contains;
1. 3 different tick or trash tasks. 9 questions in each.
2. 3 sets of solutions provided with task.
3. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to give each pupil a copy. It can be displayed on board but will need to be zoomed in. Print on A4 – two tick or trash tasks on one A4 page. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4 and then print 2 copies to one page.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupils thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to get involved, engaged in task. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. Watch pupils get motivated while consolidating learning – quick way to get pupils to engage in task and complete questions in a short space of time. They cannot wait to see who wins.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ onitmaths@gmail.com
File Type;
PDF
Terms of use;
Please use only by the customer buying the resource.
Resource;
Factorising expressions – Tick or Trash (3 levels).
Factorising simple expressions, Factorising quadratics and difference of two squares.
Contains;
1. 3 different tick or trash tasks. 9 questions in each.
2. 3 sets of solutions provided with task.
3. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to give each pupil a copy. It can be displayed on board but will need to be zoomed in. Print on A4 – two tick or trash tasks on one A4 page. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4 and then print 2 copies to one page.
In order to save money you could laminate this resource and reuse.
Idea behind task;
To develop pupils thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to get involved, engaged in task. To encourage mathematical discussion within the classroom. Watch pupils get motivated while consolidating learning – quick way to get pupils to engage in task and complete questions in a short space of time. They cannot wait to see who wins.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ onitmaths@gmail.com
File Type;
PDF
Terms of use;
Please use only by the customer buying the resource.
Resource;
Simultaneous Equations - Thoughts and Crosses.
Could also be treated as a simultaneous equation– differentiated worksheet covering different styles of questions that may be asked on the foundation tier exam or overlap grade 4 - 5 simultaneous equations on higher tier.
Contains;
1. 16 questions on thoughts and crosses, moving from foundation level to exceeding.
2.Cross Curricular link encourages literacy with the pupils, pupils speaking to each other and explaining to how solve problems (this is a massive focus in our school).
3. 16 answers provided.
4. Set of instructions to ensure the task runs smoothly.
5. Printable version – white version.
6. Please download file and ensure you don’t just drag and drop to google drive as this can cause issues with the viewing the file.
Printing Tip: This resource has been designed to display on board or print on A4. If you wish to print, select ‘shrink’ or ‘print to fit page’ (or fit to page option on your print settings) in order for it to print correctly on A4.
Tip 2: You could laminate and reuse for other classes. This could be printed in colour and used over and over again. Saving you time and money on the printing costs.
File Type;
PDF
Idea behind task;
To develop pupil’s mathematical discussions and thinking/reasoning skills. To encourage pupils to think about what they are writing down in the exam. By speaking to their partner it means their explanation and answers must make sense. Good practice for the exam to ensure they show full working out and to check their answer makes sense.
Check the preview!
If you do purchase my resource, please do rate and review my resources. I really appreciate reviews and feedback, I aim to develop constantly and love to ensure my resources are up to date and differentiated to all ability levels but please do try to be constructive!
@ onitmaths@gmail.com
Terms of use;
Please use only by the customer buying the resource.