Key Stage 3 Science Lab Book: Get Ready for AQA GCSE (9-1)

The KS3 Science Lab Book provides a consistent and supportive approach to practical work in KS3 Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, with clear methods, questions, and command words to help pupils build skills for the AQA GCSE 9-1 Required Practicals. It is cheaper than photocopying and can be used flexibly with any scheme of learning. Each practical activity includes explanations, core skills, common mistakes, results recording and evaluation, scientific reasoning, and self-reflection sections.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 96 pages
\n Publication date: 24 April 2019
\n Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
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Prepare students for the AQA GCSE 9-1 Required Practicals with the help of this comprehensive KS3 Science practical book. Designed to support pupils in building skills for their KS3 Science practical work, it offers a consistent and supportive approach to KS3 Biology, Chemistry, and Physics practicals.

The book is organized in a user-friendly format, with each practical activity explained in detail and related to the relevant science topic. It focuses on developing core skills, including mathematical proficiency, and addresses common mistakes to help students avoid them. The practical activities are accompanied by clear instructions, supporting materials, and key questions that test understanding and application of skills in different contexts.

To enhance confidence and familiarity, the book adopts a progressive approach, starting from Year 7 and gradually building on scientific vocabulary, drawing and analyzing graphs, and GCSE 9-1 command words. It is designed to be cost-effective, as it eliminates the need for photocopying and can be used flexibly with any scheme of learning.

Each practical activity includes:

Purpose and Relevance: Explains the purpose of the practical and its connection to the science topic.

Core Skills Development: Focuses on developing essential skills, such as mathematical proficiency, scientific reasoning, and data analysis.

Common Mistakes and Avoidance: Identifies common mistakes and provides guidance on how to avoid them.

Results Recording and Evaluation: Encourages students to record and evaluate their results accurately.

Key Questions: Tests understanding and provides opportunities for self-reflection.

Scientific Reasoning: Includes spot-the-mistake questions to enhance scientific reasoning skills.

Unfamiliar Scientific Contexts: Encourages pupils to apply their skills in unfamiliar scientific contexts.

Self-Reflection Sections: Provides space for students to reflect on their learning and identify areas for improvement.

In addition to the practical activities, the book includes a comprehensive support section that provides additional resources and guidance for teachers. This section includes a glossary of scientific terms, useful websites, and teaching ideas to support the teaching and learning of KS3 Science practical work.

Download the support materials highlighted on page 6 of the book here: www.collins.co.uk/key-stage-3-lab-book

By using this comprehensive KS3 Science practical book, students will be well-prepared for their KS3 Science practical work and will have a solid foundation for their future scientific studies.

\n Weight: 268g\n
Dimension: 212 x 297 x 6 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780008342470\n \n