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Welcome! I've been teaching Science for 10 years and have taught across the full key stage range (2-5). I take great pride in producing high quality and outstanding lesson resources that are fully differentiated and engaging for students. All my lesson resources cover the Activate KS3 Science course, AQA Approved Activate Science course, and the new Oxford SMART Activate Science course. I also produce GCSE Science bundles. For any questions contact me via email: ychebbout@yahoo.co.uk.

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Welcome! I've been teaching Science for 10 years and have taught across the full key stage range (2-5). I take great pride in producing high quality and outstanding lesson resources that are fully differentiated and engaging for students. All my lesson resources cover the Activate KS3 Science course, AQA Approved Activate Science course, and the new Oxford SMART Activate Science course. I also produce GCSE Science bundles. For any questions contact me via email: ychebbout@yahoo.co.uk.
Breathing KS3 Activate Science
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Breathing KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the mechanics of breathing. Students will describe the process of inhaling and exhaling, and explain how to measure lung volume. The lesson also includes teacher notes for guidance on the lung dissection demo. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets and class practical/demos for students to complete. This resource is part of the Structure and Function of Body Systems topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for KS2 Science. Included: 17 slides in total for the lesson PPT Class practical worksheet Differentiated worksheet Teacher notes for lung dissection Handout
Reproduction Activate 1 KS3 Science Bundle
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Reproduction Activate 1 KS3 Science Bundle

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Perfect for KS3 Biology! This bundle has been created using the Activate 1 KS3 Science and the new AQA Approved Activate Science course. It comes complete with the following fully differentiated and resourced lessons: Adolescence Reproductive Systems Fertilisation and Implantation Development of a fetus The Menstrual Cycle Flowers and Pollination Fertilisation and Germination Seed dispersal Perfect for KS3 Biology and lessons can easily be adapted for KS2 Science if needed. This bundle comes complete with engaging and detailed PowerPoint Presentations, differentiated activities, worksheets and quizzes. Enjoy the resource and feel free to leave a comment. Thank you.
Fertilisation and Germination KS3 Activate Science
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Fertilisation and Germination KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about how seeds and fruits are made and how they develop. Students will recall the parts of a flower, describe the process of fertilisation in plants, and explain how germination of seeds occurs. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the Reproduction topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for KS2 lessons. Included: 13 slides in total for the lesson PPT Activity sheets and handouts
Adolescence KS3 Activate Science
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Adolescence KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about adolescence and puberty. Students will state the difference between adolescence and puberty, describe the main changes that take place during puberty, and explain what causes puberty. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the Reproduction topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for PSHE lessons. Included: 16 slides in total for the lesson PPT Differentiated worksheets x3 Card sort
AQA Activate 1&2 KS3 Science Bundle
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AQA Activate 1&2 KS3 Science Bundle

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The complete AQA Activate 1&2 bundle (Biology, Chemistry and Physics). Created for the Oxford AQA Approved Activate 1&2 KS3 Science course. It comes complete with 144 fully differentiated and resourced lessons from each Biology, Chemistry and Physics topic. Also included is the back to school and scientific skills topic resources (5 lesson topic). ACTIVATE 1 PHYSICS Topic 1: Forces 1.1.1 Introduction to forces 1.1.2 Balanced and unbalanced 1.1.3 Speed 1.1.4 Distance-time graphs 1.2.1 Gravity Topic 2: Electromagnets 2.1.1 Potential difference 2.1.2 Resistance 2.1.3 Series and parallel circuits 2.2.1 Current 2.2.2 Charging up Topic 3: Energy 3.1.1 Food and fuels 3.1.2 Energy resources 3.1.3 Energy and power 3.2.1 Energy adds up* (Energy transfer lesson)* 3.2.2 Energy dissipation* (Energy transfer lesson)* Topic 4 Waves 4.1.1 Sound waves 4.1.1 Sound speed 4.1.2 Loudness and amplitude 4.1.3 Frequency and pitch 4.1.4 The ear and hearing 4.2.1 Light 4.2.2 Reflection 4.2.3 Refraction 4.2.4 The eye and vision 4.2.5 Colour CHEMISTRY Topic 5: Matter 5.1.1 The particle model 5.1.2 States of matter 5.1.3 Melting and freezing 5.1.4 Boiling 5.1.5 More changes of state 5.1.6 Diffusion 5.1.7 Gas pressure 5.1.8 Inside particles 5.2.1 Pure substances and mixtures 5.2.2 Solutions 5.2.3 Solubility 5.2.4 Filtration 5.2.5 Evaporation and distillation 5.2.6 Chromatography Topic 6: Reactions 6.1.1 Chemical reactions 6.1.2 Acids and alkalis 6.1.3 Indicators and pH 6.1.4 Acid strength 6.1.5 Neutralisation 6.1.6 Making salts 6.2.1 & 6.2.2 - Metals and non-metals (includes more about elements and chemical reactions of metals and non-metals combined) 6.2.3 Metals and acids 6.2.4 Metals and oxygen 6.2.5 Metals and water 6.2.6 Metal displacement reactions Topic 7: Earth 7.1.1 The structure of the Earth 7.1.2 Sedimentary rocks 7.1.3 Igneous and metamorphic rocks 7.1.4 The rock cycle 7.1.5 Ceramics 7.2.1 The night sky 7.2.2 The Solar System 7.2.3 The Earth 7.2.4 The Moon and changing ideas BIOLOGY Topic 8: Organisms 8.1.1 Levels of organisation 8.1.2 The Skeleton 8.1.3 Movement: joints 8.1.4 Movement: muscles 8.2.1 Observing cells 8.2.2 Plant and animal cells 8.2.3 Specialised cells 8.2.4 Movement of substances 8.2.5 Uni-cellular organisms Topic 9: Ecosystems 9.1.1 Food chains and webs 9.1.2 Disruption to food chains and webs 9.1.3 Ecosystems 9.1.4 Competition 9.2.1 Flowers and pollination 9.2.2 Fertilisation and germination 9.2.3 Seed dispersal Topic 10: Genes 10.1.1 Variation 10.1.2 Continuous and discontinuous 10.1.3 Competition and adaptation 10.1.4 Adapting to change 10.2.1 Adolescence 10.2.2 Reproductive systems 10.2.3 Fertilisation and implantation 10.2.4 Development of a fetus 10.2.5 The menstrual cycle BACK TO SCHOOL AND SCIENTIFIC SKILLS TOPIC INCLUDED (5 lesson topic) ACTIVATE 2 PHYSICS Topic 1: Forces 1.3.1 Friction and drag 1.3.2 Squashing and stretching 1.3.3 Turning forces 1.4.1 Pressure in gases 1.4.2 Pressure in liquids 1.4.3 Stress in solids Topic 2: Electromagnets 2.3.1 Magnets and magnetic fields 2.4.1 Electromagnets 2.4.2 Using electromagnets Topic 3: Energy 3.3.1 Work, energy, and machines 3.4.1 Energy and temperature 3.4.2 Energy transfer: particles 3.4.3 Energy transfer: radiation and insulation Topic 4 Waves 4.3.1 Sound waves, water waves, and energy 4.3.2 Radiation and energy 4.4.1 Modelling waves CHEMISTRY Topic 5: Matter 5.3.1 Elements 5.3.2 Atoms 5.3.3 Compounds 5.3.4 Chemical formulae 5.3.5 Polymers 5.4.1 The Periodic Table 5.4.2 The elements of Group 1 5.4.3 The elements of Group 7 5.4.4 The elements of Group 0 Topic 6: Reactions 6.3.1 Atoms in chemical reactions 6.3.2 Combustion 6.3.3 Thermal decomposition 6.3.4 Conservation of mass 6.4.1 Exothermic and endothermic 6.3.2 Energy level diagrams 6.4.3 Bond energies Topic 7: Earth 7.3.1 Global warming 7.3.2 The carbon cycle 7.3.3 Climate change 7.4.1 Extracting metals 7.4.2 Recycling BIOLOGY Topic 8: Organisms 8.3.1 Gas exchange 8.3.2 Breathing 8.3.3 Drugs 8.3.4 Alcohol 8.3.5 Smoking 8.4.1 Nutrients 8.4.2 Food tests 8.4.3 Unhealthy diet 8.4.4 Digestive system 8.4.5 Bacteria and enzymes in digestion Topic 9: Ecosystems 9.3.1 Aerobic respiration 9.3.2 Anaerobic respiration 9.3.3 Biotechnology 9.4.1 Photosynthesis 9.4.2 Leaves 9.4.3 Investigating photosynthesis 9.4.4 Plant minerals Topic 10: Genes 10.3.1 Natural selection 10.3.2 Charles Darwin 10.3.3 Extinction 10.3.4 Preserving biodiversity 10.4.1 Inheritance 10.4.2 DNA 10.4.3 Genetics 10.4.4 Genetic modification Perfect if you’re teaching the complete Activate 1&2 specification. This bundle comes complete with engaging and detailed PowerPoint Presentations, differentiated activities, worksheets, quizzes and class practical/demo activities for students to complete. Enjoy the resource and feel free to leave a review. Thank you.
Photosynthesis AQA Activate 2 KS3 Science Bundle
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Photosynthesis AQA Activate 2 KS3 Science Bundle

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Perfect for KS3 Biology! This bundle has been created for the new AQA Activate 2 topic 9.4 Photosynthesis. It comes complete with the following fully differentiated and resourced lessons: 9.4.1 Photosynthesis 9.4.2 Leaves 9.4.3 Investigating photosynthesis 9.4.4 Plant minerals Perfect for KS3 Biology and lessons can easily be adapted for GCSE Science if needed. This bundle includes engaging and detailed PowerPoint Presentations with differentiated activities, worksheets, and quizzes. Enjoy the resource and feel free to leave a comment. Thank you.
Adapting to change KS3 Activate Science
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Adapting to change KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about how organisms adapt to environmental changes. Students will state what is meant by interdependence, describe how organisms adapt to environmental changes, and explain how competition can lead to adaptation. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the Adaptation and inheritance topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. Included: 22 slides in total for the lesson PPT Worksheets Teacher notes and answers
Smoking KS3 Activate Science
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Smoking KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Science! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the effects of smoking on health. Students will state what’s in tobacco smoke, describe the effects of tobacco smoke on health, and explain how smoking can cause disease. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, information sheets, worksheets and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the Health and lifestyle topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science and PSHE lessons. Included: 18 slides in total for the lesson PPT Smoking information sheets Worksheets x 3
Genes AQA Activate 2 KS3 Science bundle
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Genes AQA Activate 2 KS3 Science bundle

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Perfect for KS3 Biology! This bundle has been created for the new AQA Activate 2 topic 10: Genes. It comes complete with the following fully differentiated and resourced lessons: 10.3 Evolution 10.3.1 Natural selection 10.3.2 Charles Darwin 10.3.3 Extinction 10.3.4 Preserving biodiversity 10.4 Inheritance 10.4.1 Inheritance 10.4.2 DNA 10.4.3 Genetics 10.4.4 Genetic modification Perfect for KS3 Biology and lessons can easily be adapted for GCSE Science if needed. This bundle includes engaging and detailed PowerPoint Presentations with differentiated activities, worksheets, and quizzes. Enjoy the resource and feel free to leave a comment. Thank you.
Unhealthy Diet KS3 Activate Science
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Unhealthy Diet KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the health issues associated with consuming an unhealthy diet. Students will recall how you get and use energy, describe some health issues caused by an unbalanced diet, and calculate the energy requirements for different people. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheet, information sheets, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. This resource is part of the Health and lifestyle topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. Included: 36 slides in total for the lesson PPT Worksheet + information sheets Class practical worksheet + teacher notes
Food and Fuels KS3 Activate Science
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Food and Fuels KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Physics! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the energy content of foods and fuels. Great as an introduction to energy, students will compare the energy in foods and fuels with the energy needed for different activities. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, activity sheets, and quizzes for students to complete. Also included is an optional practical activity worksheet for students to investigate the energy content of food. This resource is part of the energy topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for KS4 lessons. 28 slides in total for the lesson PPT
Reproductive Systems KS3 Activate Science
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Reproductive Systems KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the male and female reproductive systems. Students will state and describe the function of the main structures in the male and female reproductive systems. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the Reproduction topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for PSHE lessons. Included: 18 slides in total for the lesson PPT Differentiated worksheets Information sheet Answer sheet
The Skeleton KS3 Activate Science
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The Skeleton KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the structure and function of the skeletal system. Students will name the main parts in the skeleton, describe the functions of the skeleton, and explain how the properties of bones link to their function in the body. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the Structure and Function of Body Systems topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for KS2 Science. Included: 41 slides in total for the lesson PPT Differentiated worksheets x 4
Alcohol KS3 Activate Science
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Alcohol KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Science! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the effects of alcohol on health and behaviour. Students will state what drug ethanol is, describe the effect of alcohol on health and behaviour, and describe the effect alcohol has on conception and pregnancy. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. This resource is part of the Health and lifestyle topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science and PSHE lessons. Included: 23 slides in total for the lesson PPT Differentiated worksheet Class practical worksheet Handout
Respiratory System KS3 Science
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Respiratory System KS3 Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the respiratory system. The lesson is split into two parts and is designed to last two lessons. PART 1: Gas Exchange - Students will describe in detail the structure and function of the gas exchange system and the pathway air takes. Students will also explain how parts of the gas exchange system are adapted to their function. PART 2: Breathing - Students will describe the process of inhaling and exhaling, and explain how to measure lung volume. This part of the lesson also includes teacher notes for guidance on the lung dissection demo. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, quizzes and class practicals/demos for students to complete. This resource has been created using the Activate KS3 Science course and is also great for KS2 Science. Included: 39 slides in total for the lesson PPT Class practical worksheets x 2 Differentiated worksheets x 2 Homework sheet Teacher notes for lung dissection Handouts DO NOW/EXIT TICKET
Bacteria and Enzymes in digestion KS3 Activate Science
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Bacteria and Enzymes in digestion KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the role of bacteria and enzymes in digestion. Students will describe the role of carbohydrase, protease and lipase in the breakdown of nutrients. In a class practical, students will investigate the effect of enzyme action on starch. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, information sheet, quizzes and a class practical activity for students to complete. This resource is part of the Health and lifestyle topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. Included: 17 slides in total for the lesson PPT Class practical worksheet and teacher notes Information sheet and worksheet Handouts
Seed dispersal KS3 Activate Science
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Seed dispersal KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about how seeds travel . Students will describe the different methods of seed dispersal and explain how seeds are adapted to their method of dispersal. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, literacy tasks, information sheets and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the Reproduction topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for KS2 lessons. Included: 18 slides in total for the lesson PPT Information sheets Differentiated literacy texts Extended writing success criteria sheet Handout
Movement Muscles KS3 Activate Science
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Movement Muscles KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about how muscles work to cause movement. Students will state examples of groups of muscles in the body, describe the function of major muscle groups, and explain how antagonistic muscles cause movement. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, quizzes and a class practical activity for students to complete. This resource is part of the Structure and Function of Body Systems topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for KS2 Science. Included: 17 slides in total for the lesson PPT Differentiated worksheets Handoutx2
Ecosystems KS3 Activate Science
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Ecosystems KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about ecosystems. Students will describe what is meant by ecosystem, community, habitat, and environment. Students will also explain how different organisms co-exist within an ecosystem, and describe niches within an ecosystem. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets, quizzes and a class practical for students to complete. This resource is part of the Ecosystem processes topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for GCSE Science. Included: 19 slides in total for the lesson PPT Class practical worksheet and Teacher notes DO NOW task sheet handout
The Menstrual Cycle KS3 Activate Science
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The Menstrual Cycle KS3 Activate Science

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Perfect lesson resource for KS3 Biology! A fully differentiated and resourced lesson that assists students in learning about the main stages in the menstrual cycle. Students will describe what a period is, describe the main stages in the menstrual cycle, and explain the different methods of contraception. The resource includes a detailed and engaging lesson PowerPoint with differentiated activities, worksheets and quizzes for students to complete. This resource is part of the Reproduction topic and has been created for the delivery of the Activate KS3 Science course. Also great for PSHE lessons. Included: 19 slides in total for the lesson PPT Differentiated worksheets x2 Answer sheet Handout