I am a High School and Sixth Form Chemistry teacher teaching Science to GCSE and Chemistry to A Level. My GCSE resources generally follow the new AQA (9-1) specification, differentiated for foundation and higher students at trilogy and separate science levels. My Key Stage 3 resources are suited to mixed ability groups and are designed to be dyslexia friendly with bold coloured text boxes and bright diagrams.
Please give me your opinion and review downloaded resources!
I am a High School and Sixth Form Chemistry teacher teaching Science to GCSE and Chemistry to A Level. My GCSE resources generally follow the new AQA (9-1) specification, differentiated for foundation and higher students at trilogy and separate science levels. My Key Stage 3 resources are suited to mixed ability groups and are designed to be dyslexia friendly with bold coloured text boxes and bright diagrams.
Please give me your opinion and review downloaded resources!
Enzyme Worksheets
Included in this resource:
3 enzyme worksheets
3 accompanying answer pages
Worksheet 1: Summary worksheet focusing on the key aspects of enzymes in action (e.g. examples of common enzymes in food, key points, definitions and the lock and key theory overview).
Worksheet 2: A visual worksheet where students label a three step lock and key diagram and answer key questions linked to active site and substrates/products.
Worksheet 3: A graph worksheet focusing on factors influencing enzyme activity such as temperature, pH and substrate concentration.
Editable version set up in PowerPoint A4.
Atoms, Elements and Compounds
AQA GCSE Chemistry 9-1 (1.1.1 on the specification)
Define an element and a compound
Describe what the periodic table is
Explain how compounds can be formed
This resource is a PowerPoint to support teaching Atoms, Elements and Compounds.
Included in the resource:
Opening slide with title, keywords, learning objectives and lead on topics
Starter slide with opening question
Information slides on elements and compounds to support teaching
Plenary questions slides to consolidate learning
Ionic Bonding Introduction Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage on ionic bonding. The passage has information on ions formed, dot and cross diagrams, attraction between ions and electron movement.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. Recall Questions simply require students to extract information from the text, whilst explain and apply questions require higher thinking. The apply question involves constructing your own dot and cross diagram.
Answer key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have prior knowledge on atomic structure and electron configuration but are new to bonding. Please feel free to ask any questions before purchasing.
Covalent Bonding Introduction Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage on covalent bonding. The passage has information on electrons, dot and cross diagrams and properties of simple covalent molecules.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. Recall questions simply require students to extract information from the text, whilst explain and apply questions require higher thinking. The apply question involves constructing your own dot and cross diagram.
Answer key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have prior knowledge on atomic structure and electron configuration but are new to bonding. Please feel free to ask any questions before purchasing
ATOMIC STRUCTURE BUNTING
Included in this resource:
20 bunting triangles - 1 triangle for each of the first 20 elements in the periodic table (hydrogen to calcium included). Students must use a period table to help them fill in the numbers of protons, neutrons and electrons. They can then add the electrons to the correct electron shells.
When I have used this previously, I have given each student a triangle to complete independently. They have then cut out their triangle and connected it to the class bunting chain. This makes for a collaborative group activity, resulting in a bold bunting classroom decoration which students can be really proud of.
The document is print ready and saved in an A4 format. The document is black and white due to printing purposes, so you may choose to print on colored paper to give a nice effect when it is hung up in your classroom.
Please feel free to ask any questions - Science House
Mole Calculations Spin Wheel Revision Resource
This resource encompasses 12 key questions from ‘The Mole Concept’ unit. These are questions selected as they occur regularly and are classically challenging for students to answer. The resource is based around relative formula mass, moles and masses and volume and concentration calculations.
Example questions from the spin wheel resource:
What is the relative formula mass of water?
How many grams of MgO are there in 0.5 moles?
What is the concentration of 5dm3 of acid which is 10 moles?
Also included in the resource is a full answer set. There is also an instructions sheet, with helpful guidance on using the spin wheel as a revision tool, student answer sheet and a ‘tick and repeat sheet’. This encourages the student to revisit the spin wheel to revise the key questions until they reach the ‘know it’ level.
Very simple preparation: Print the sheets (set up in A4 PDF). The students can then cut out the pin wheel for themselves and push a pen or pencil through the middle for the wheel to spin around. I found clamp stands to be a useful alternative.
Atomic Structure Introduction Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage. The passage has key information around the subject and explains key concepts.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. Recall questions simply require students to extract information from the text, whilst explain and apply questions require higher thinking. The apply questions involve using prior knowledge and stretches higher ability students.
Answer key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have prior knowledge elements but are new to atoms and subatomic particles.
Alkali Metals Reading Passage
Included in this resource:
Alkali Metals Reading Passage
A Student Question Sheet
An Answer Key
Reading Passage:
The Reading Passage includes information on reactivity, including equations and observations for chlorine, water and oxygen reactions. There is also explanations for reactivity relating to electronic structure.
Student Questions:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the Student Questions follow the reading passage. Some are simple information extraction whilst others require higher level thinking.
Answer Key:
Included is a full set of comprehensive answers to all questions.
Ideal to be used as an in-class activity, homework or revision. Please feel free to ask any questions before purchasing!
Chromosomes and DNA Reading Passage Activity
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage. The passage has key information around the subject and explains key concepts for first time learners.
Includes: key definitions around chromosomes, DNA and genes, as well as introducing XX and XY sex chromosomes.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, label and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. The recall questions simply require students to extract information from the text, whilst the label and apply questions stretch students through developing ideas.
Answer Key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have no prior knowledge of chromosomes and DNA.
The resource includes a completely editable version so you can adjust the resource for your students if required.
Ideal also for substitute teacher work, as it is very self explanatory and students can complete without supervision (all the information is in the resource).
May include American English spellings.
This Cootie Catcher Resource is a fun way to learn about chemical bonding.
Included are questions on:
Covalent, giant covalent, ionic and metallic bonding
The difference between types of bonding (electrons)
Properties of substances due to their bonding
Also Included . . .
A ‘how to fold’ instructions sheet
A ‘how to play’ instructions sheet
It is simple to use and very effective at getting key points across to students. The cootie catcher is also a brilliant form of peer assessment and student interaction as they can test each other on the key points.
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Sedimentary, Metamorphic and Igneous Rocks
This Rock Cycle Flipbook includes questions on:
Rock Formation
Key Examples and Diagrams
Everyday Uses and Properties
ANSWER KEY now included for full comprehensive answers
EDITABLE versions of the flipbook and answer documents now included
There is also a handy instructions page which makes it easier for students to construct the flip book. All your students will need is scissors and glue. There is no further prep, just print!
I use this as a revision resource as it sums up all key aspects of sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous rocks. It looks bold in an exercise book and my students engaged well!
There may be some American spellings in this resource.
Bacteria Diagram Worksheets
Included in this resource:
Worksheet 1 -
Label bacteria
Describing functions
Writing a definition for bacteria
Worksheet 2 -
Why bacteria are prokaryotic
How bacteria reproduce
Examples of useful and dangerous bacteria
How bacterial infections are treated
Comparison between bacteria and eukaryotic cells
Comprehensive ANSWERS are included for both worksheets. This is a 4 page resource (2 worksheets and 2 answer sheets). All documents included are completely editable and print ready, saved in an A4 format.
Great to be used as:
Homework
Revision activity
Summary task
There may be some American spellings in this resource.
Diabetes Teaching Pack
Included:
PowerPoint Presentation
Full introductory review of diabetes >> Includes key definitions >> Includes a comparison of type 1 and 2 >> Includes causes, symptoms, treatment, risks and complications of diabetes >> Includes information on prediabetes.
Activity - Reading Passage
Includes a diabetes reading passage with key information and descriptions >> Includes a tiered question sheet to check knowledge >> Includes a comprehensive answer sheet.
Assessment
Two assessment pages included >> Questions start as multiple choice and develop into written answer as the assessment concludes >> Again the assessment, like the worksheets fully complements the PowerPoint for joined up learning >> There is a full answer key for the assessment.
Puzzles
Two puzzles included: a wordsearch and a crossword >> The puzzles cover all the keywords and terminology throughout the other resources >> The puzzles are intended to support learning key definitions and encourages understanding of keywords >> There is a full answer key for each puzzle.
All resources are . . .
Completely editable
Accompanied by full answers
Have PowerPoint and PDF versions
Intended to be concise and engaging
Please view the preview for a full understanding of the resources included.
Thanks! - Science House
This resource may contain American English spelling.
Atom Economy Introduction Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage on atom economy. The passage has an example atom economy equation and a discussion on what each aspect of the equation represents.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. Recall questions simply require students to extract information from the text, whilst explain and apply questions require higher thinking. The apply question involves answering questions relating to the atom economy equation.
Answer key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great introductory resource for students who have prior knowledge on relative formula mass but are new to atom economy and further calculations.
Transition Metals Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
An informative reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
The reading passage includes information on transition metal properties, comparing them to those of an alkali metal. There is also information on transition metal uses and where they are located in the Periodic Table.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the questions follow the reading passage. A comparison table for transition metal properties is included. Some questions are simple information extraction whilst others require a higher level of thinking.
Answer Key:
A full set of comprehensive answers for each question is included.
Ideal as an in-class activity, home work or revision. Please feel free to ask any questions before purchasing.
This Whole Lesson Resource on Diffusion Includes:
Starter key question and extension question (differentiation aspect)
Lesson objectives
I will be able to state an example of diffusion
I will be able to describe what is meant by diffusion
I will be able to explain why diffusion happens more slowly in cold environments compared to hot environments
Practical investigation with help sheets (differentiation aspect), lab report worksheet and experiment variables worksheet
Class practical using M&Ms, water and petri dishes (or any shallow glassware)
Printable worksheets and help sheets designed to be printed on A4
Plenary missing gaps with extension
Keyword focus and extended thinking for higher ability
Krista Wallden Clipart Credit
Solar Energy Reading Passage
Included in the resource:
A reading passage
A student question sheet
An answer key
Reading Passage:
Included is an informative, introductory passage. The passage has key information around the subject and explains key concepts i.e. solar cells function, energy conversion and uses. With detailed descriptions, the passage is very comprehensive.
Question Sheet:
Tiered as recall, explain and apply, the question sheet follows the reading passage. The recall activity simply requires students to extract information from the text, whilst the explain and apply questions stretch students through developing ideas. The apply question revolves around students identifying advantages and disadvantages of solar cells.
Answer Key:
A full set of comprehensive answers is included.
This is a great resource for students studying solar energy for the first time or revising the topic.
Word Equations End Of Topic Questions
Included in the resource:
3 question sheets
1 answer key sheet
This resource covers the main types of chemical equations: oxidation, combustion, decomposition and displacement. The resource is ideal to summarize a Word Equations topic for new learners. Questions progressively get harder through out the resource and are labelled as either recall, link or apply questions. There is also a reflection box for self or peer assessment as well as an answer key.
Each page includes keywords and learning points. This resource can be used as homework, starter/finisher, assessment, review and revision work.
This is great cut and paste resource outlining the chemical tests used to identify the gases: oxygen, hydrogen, chlorine and carbon dioxide.
It is bold, hands on and summarises everything your students need to know about gas testing.
Also included… ANSWER sheet.
I have found this resource to be a great follow up activity to a practical or demonstration.
This Chemical Bonding Resource focuses on commonly asked questions around ionic, simple covalent, giant covalent and metallic bonding. Each question is given a set number of marks and each question comes with a detailed mark break down sheet.
Key features of this resource:
Four key question sheets for each bonding type
The questions range from one to four mark questions
Four mark break down answer sheets
These sheets show each possible mark to answer the questions
Two student response sheets
Organised sheets where students write their answers to each question
One teacher instruction sheet
Quick notes on how the resource sheets can be used i.e. independent work or as a circus activity
This resource is great for summary lessons or to be used at the end of each chemical bonding theory lesson. It is also an ideal tool which focusses on exam technique and how to answer bonding questions using key terms.