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Algebra substitution KS3 maths game

Algebra substitution – KS3 maths game to play in pairs This resource on the topic of algebra substitution gets pupils working in pairs and practising substituting values into expressions. There are two game sheets, differentiated for different ability classes. How to play this algebra substitution game In this KS3 algebra substitution classroom activity, students take it in turns to pick a square on the grid. […]

Much Ado About Nothing GCSE scheme of work

Much Ado About Nothing GCSE – Scheme of work Created for a high attainment Year 9 class working at GCSE level, this Much Ado About Nothing GCSE scheme of work contains a student-led week of work with resources. It includes a writing and reading assessment. You will also use the film to help students analyse the play. Much Ado About Nothing GCSE learning objectives […]

LGBT in the army resources

LGBT in the army – British Army LGBTQ+ Voices resources These LGBTQ+ Voices resources help students aged 11–16 build their understanding of the LGBTQ+ community, explore the contributions of LGBT people in the army past and present, and discuss how we can all become better allies to other communities and groups. The resources include materials for a school assembly and a lesson. You can use […]

Collecting like terms worksheet and PowerPoint

Collecting like terms worksheet – KS3 PowerPoint and worksheet This collecting like terms worksheet and PowerPoint helps students simplify algebraic expressions using the addition and subtraction of like terms. The PowerPoint presentation includes a starter activity, hook and plenary. There’s also an explanation of what is and what is not a like term and questions and activities for students. Accompanying the PowerPoint is a […]

Outdoor learning ideas PDF

Outdoor learning ideas – Cross-curricular ideas for KS3 and KS4 Outdoor learning might be most commonly associated with early years and primary, but it can be just effective at Key Stages 3 and 4. This PDF contains outdoor learning ideas across a range of different subject areas… Going outdoors to learn can feel like an unnecessary addition to a challenging day. However, there are many […]

KS3 poetry lesson plans

KS3 poetry – Identify poetic techniques in song lyrics First KS3 poetry lesson plan Use our first KS3 poetry lesson plan from Susie Musgrove to make poetry relevant to learners by asking them to apply their critical skills to song lyrics… Learning objectives You will need KS3 poetry starter activity As students enter the room, project the lyrics of the chorus of the song […]

Form time ideas PDF

Form time ideas – Literacy and numeracy activities for KS3 & KS4 With the aid of these fast, engaging and – above all – fun form time ideas, you can subtly boost some important cross-curricular skills. These ideas are suitable whether you have ten minutes available or a whole hour. These activities will support students in developing their literacy and numeracy skills – particularly when it comes […]

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Properties of quadrilaterals – KS3 maths PowerPoint Use this PowerPoint to help KS3 pupils understand the properties of quadrilaterals, including angles and symmetry

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Angles of parallel lines – KS3 maths PowerPoint Use this PowerPoint as part of your teaching on the angles of parallel lines, helping your pupils grasp key concepts essential for GCSE maths

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Decimal place value – Problem cards for KS3 maths Use this handy set of cards from White Rose Maths to get pupils thinking about decimal place value in Key Stage 3

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Ratio and proportion – KS3 maths worksheets and PowerPoint This resource includes: problems and methods for solving ratio and proportion, as well as an extension activity

PDF of prompts for creative writing

Prompts for creative writing – Fun ideas for all ages This free PDF features a range of classroom games, ideas and prompts for creative writing from The National Literacy Trust. It will help you celebrate writing, reflect on reasons for writing and encourage everyone to find their own motivation and voice. Run these activities across your literacy lessons during National Writing Day in June. Alternatively, […]

Index notation KS3 resources

Index notation KS3 – Maths exercises to develop fluency This KS3 PDF contains four activities (and answers) for developing fluency in using index notation. Activity 1: Powers This activity helps to build an understanding of what powers are. Students need to copy and complete the table showing the first six powers of 2. They then need to explain in words how they would calculate […]

Health and lifestyle lesson plan

Health and lifestyle – KS3/4 PSHE and nutrition activity This health and lifestyle teacher’s guide and nine accompanying slides will help you deliver a 15-minute classroom activity with the following teaching objectives: Health and lifestyle starter activity What does health and wellbeing mean? Give students two minutes and ask them to write down as many words or short phrases as they can think of […]

KS3 drama lesson plan

KS3 drama lesson plan – Explore fame and celebrity culture Take students on a dramatic journey into the world of fame and celebrity culture with this KS3 drama lesson plan… We live in a world of Snapchat and Instagram, where students are constantly seeking ‘likes’ and aspiring to emulate the latest celebrity trend. This KS3 drama lesson plan addresses this ‘culture’ and also develops pupils’ […]

Reading comprehension PDF

Reading comprehension PDF – KS3/4 differentiated tattoos activity This easy-to-use reading comprehension PDF has three sections of differentiated questions. This activity focuses on the debate around tattoos and the prejudices many have against them. Use it in form time as part of literacy focus, or in an English lesson for KS3/4 GCSE comprehension training. Reading comprehension PDF This reading comprehension PDF features an […]

Wonder lesson plan

Wonder lesson plan – Explore disability with RJ Palacio’s novel Wonder by RJ Palacio is an inclusive text that allows for the exploration of disability issues in the classroom, while avoiding the usual stereotypes. In this Wonder lesson plan you’ll devote significant time to speaking, listening and role play. This is in part to help learners develop their ‘emotion toolkit’ in preparation for going into […]

Fractions revision PowerPoint

Fractions revision – 100+ slide maths PowerPoint for KS3 / GCSE This comprehensive fractions revision PowerPoint is perfect for KS3/GCSE students. It covers a wide array of essential fraction topics. It’s a versatile tool for reinforcing and expanding students’ understanding of fractions. From finding fractions of amounts to delving into top-heavy fractions and mixed numbers, learners will embark on a comprehensive revision journey. Through illustrative examples […]

Maths quiz – 300+ slides of KS3 / GCSE questions with answers This comprehensive maths quiz PowerPoint is an invaluable resource, offering a diverse range of 30 multiple-choice quizzes spread across over 300 slides. Perfect for KS3 and GCSE students, it covers a wide array of topics crucial for mathematical development. Beyond its utility as a standard quiz tool, this resource serves as a potent assessment for […]

English Language paper 2 question 3 resource

English Language paper 2 question 3 – Language analysis lesson This fully resourced and differentiated lesson helps students to approach AQA English Language Paper 2 Question 3, which focuses on language analysis. It’s ideal preparation for both KS3 and KS4 students getting ready for Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives. The download contains a one-page article about monitoring offenders. The accompanying PowerPoint asks pupils to spot language […]

KS3 probability lesson plan and resources

KS3 probability – Year 8 lesson plan and resources In this KS3 probability lesson plan, aimed at Year 8, students will: KS3 probability resources This download contains: KS3 maths curriculum area Probability Coin probability activity Give each group a grid with large 5cm x 5cm squares, and a 1p and 2p coin. Play a game where you have to toss a coin onto the […]

KS3 maths questions – Mega revision PowerPoint

KS3 maths questions – Mega revision PowerPoint with answers This mega KS3 maths questions PowerPoint features slides of questions on a range of topics. Answers are included. Algebra KS3 maths questions Browse more KS3 algebra resources. Shape Data KS3 maths questions Number Ben Cooper is headteacher of an SEMH independent school. Browse his TES page at Coops Online and follow him on Twitter at @bcoops_online. We also […]

Decimal divide worksheet

Decimal divide worksheet – KS3 starter, main and extension This simple decimal divide worksheet for KS3 covers multiplying and dividing decimals. There are starter, main and extension activities and the questions start off nice and easy. In total there are 15 simple multiplication starter questions to try, followed by 20 multiplying decimals questions and 15 decimal divide questions. Decimal divide worksheet example questions The […]

KS3 simultaneous equations

KS3 simultaneous equations – Introduce them using area This KS3 simultaneous equations lesson plan uses area to introduce simultaneous equations. Students will move from informal to formal solutions effortlessly. NCETM departmental workshops inspired this lesson plan. You’ll find two NCETM documents included in the download. KS3 simultaneous equations video Begin the lesson by watching this BBC video about solving simultaneous equations using plums […]

Angles in parallel lines worksheet

Angles in parallel lines worksheet – KS3 maths resource with answers We’ve created this angles in parallel lines worksheet with a “goal-free” format. This means that rather than trying to find particular unknown angles in each parallel lines question, pupils need to work out any angles possible and justify their reasoning. The questions in this fantastic resource start with very basic diagrams involving two parallel lines […]

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