All our KS5 Maths resources  

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Maths memory clockNew!

An info-graphic designed to help pupils organise their time while  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 14/08/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Skills | Revision

Equations of motionNew!

3 examples of using Newton's laws of motion in one dimension.  … read more

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KS5 | MechanicsPublished: 24/07/2017 | 

AQA AS and A-Level mathematics teaching guidance

A useful resource giving teaching guidance for the AQA AS and  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 30/06/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Statistics | Revision

Graphs and simultaneous linear and quadratic equations review sheet

This review sheet looks at how to solve simultaneous linear and  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 26/06/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – the quadratic equation | Simultaneous equations

Visual and algebric proofs

Resource for multiple representation of proof as well as the  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 12/06/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Proof

Investigating the circle

An investigation into the equation of a circle using Pythagoras'  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 30/05/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Circles | Pythagoras' theorem | Sketching curves

Sequences review sheet

A review sheet on sequences. Suitable for KS4 or as revision  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 15/05/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Number | Sequences - special types | Sequences – nth term | Sequences – term to term

Sixth form study diary

This is a resource designed to be filled in weekly by sixth form  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 08/05/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Skills | Revision

Introduction to measure.

Introduction to Measure These worksheets were written and used  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 02/05/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Measuring lengths

Vectors in mechanics

A worksheet looking at motion in two dimensions under constant  … read more

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KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 24/04/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Vectors

Using the equation of motion, F = ma

A worksheet containing a variety of questions on Newton's second  … read more

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KS5 | MechanicsPublished: 24/04/2017 | 

Discussion points in mechanics

A powerpoint presentation on discussion points in mechanics.  … read more

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KS5 | MechanicsPublished: 18/04/2017 | 

Forces in mechanics

A very useful worksheet on forces on a block on smooth and rough  … read more

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KS5 | MechanicsPublished: 10/04/2017 | 

Slider for multiplying and dividing by powers of ten

A useful slider for multiplying and dividing by 10. Could be  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 03/04/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Decimals

Scale drawing

Practice at functional skills examination questions on scale  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 27/03/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Maths in context | Measuring lengths

Connect 4 - decimal multiplication

This resource was designed for use with level 1 and level 2 functional  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 20/03/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Basic numeracy | Decimals | Multiplication and division

Simultaneous equations - linear and quadratic

A presentation of a basic introduction to simultanous equations  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 13/03/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Simultaneous equations

Cutting shapes - practice examination questions

Practice at functional skills examination questions on cutting  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 06/03/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Basic numeracy

Implicit differentiation

An investigative introduction to implicit differentiation. A  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 20/02/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Differentiation

Rules for transforming graphs

A useful resource sheet on transformations of graphs. suitable  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 20/02/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Geometry and measure | Transformations of functions

AS algebra introduction

A presentation outlining and revising basic algebra for AS students.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 13/02/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Factorising polynomials | Quadratics – factorising and expanding

Expanding more than two brackets

This is a resource for the new GCSE Maths specification, on the  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 09/01/2017 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Expanding brackets

Collecting and interpreting real life data

This resource could be used with all 3 Key stages at secondary  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 19/12/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Data collection and sampling

Functions

An outline of the basic ideas of functions. Suitable for KS4  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 14/11/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Functions

Shopping spree activity

A game exploring functional mathematics. The teacher notes explain  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 07/11/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Maths in context | Percentages – simple percentages

Expanding triple brackets

Worksheet and accompanying powerpoint on expanding triple brackets.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 17/10/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Expanding brackets

Recurring decimals and mathematical patterns – An investigation

A nice investigation into some properties of recurring decimals.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 19/09/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Number | Fractions/decimals/percentages

Approximations for pi

A few approximations for pi. Would make a nice poster.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 12/09/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Number

A proof of Pythagoras' Theorem

A short proof of Pythagoras' Theorem using trigonometry with  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 12/09/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Pythagoras' theorem | Trigonometry or Pythagoras? | Trigonometry – triangles and diagrams

A worksheet on the nth term and term-to-term rule of sequences

The worksheet begins with substitution into an nth term to generate  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 25/08/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Number | Sequences – nth term | Sequences – term to term

Examination technique in mathematics

Useful tips on exam technique  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 09/08/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Posters and displays

Pythagoras' theorem and trigonometry

A pictorial explanation of Pythagoras leading to the 3 related  … read more

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KS5 | Areas | Published: 11/07/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Trigonometry or Pythagoras? | Trigonometry – trigonometric identities

Developing your own method.

AS core revision. No hints are given and so students need to  … read more

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KS5 | Type of resource | Published: 11/07/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Revision

Differentiation for AS and A2 mathematics

A useful summary of important derivatives and differentiation  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 04/07/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Differentiation

Quadratic factorisation - Two algorithms

A clear explanation of the two algorithms for factorising quadratic  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 04/07/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – factorising and expanding

Calculus and graphs

An exercise on differentation and integration involving matching  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 04/07/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Differentiation | Integration

Investigating quadratic equations

An investigation into the way that a, b and c alter the roots  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 21/06/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – the quadratic equation

Coordinate geometry - straight lines

A logic puzzle that consolidates most topics in C1 coordinate  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 16/05/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Schemes | Coordinate geometry

Arithmetic of surds

Practise manipulating and comparing surds with these 12 questions.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 25/04/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Number | Surds

Division of complex numbers

Consolidate the division of complex numbers. This fabulous looking  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 18/04/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Complex numbers

Investigating convergence

An investigation of the Padovan sequence leading to calculator  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 18/02/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Rich tasks

The number 1

A series of four slides designed to stimulate discussion about  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 11/02/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Number | Types of numbers

Investigating a special number

This activity links the number e to certain aspects of financial  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 11/02/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Percentages – compound percentages | The number e

Patterns in probability

A comprehensive resource which investigates the probability of  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 11/02/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Probability | Statistics & Probability | Theoretical probability

Winchester investigation

This resource works equally well for GCSE or AS level. It can  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 05/02/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Probability | Statistics & Probability | Experimental probability | Rich tasks | Theoretical probability

A special matrix

A comprehensive and versatile resource, reinforcing skills of  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 29/01/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Matrices

Sketching functions and transformations

A revision activity to help GCSE students remember the transformations  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 29/01/2016 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Transformations of functions

Treasure hunt - template

This PowerPoint resource is intended as a template for you to  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 18/12/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Revision | Revision cards

Starter for 10 - template

This is a template to create your own PowerPoint resource. Add  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 18/12/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Revision | Revision cards

Addition and multiplication of complex numbers

Consolidate the addition and multiplication of complex numbers.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 20/11/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Complex numbers

Kinematics in one dimension

This resource is a very clear, concise introduction to using  … read more

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KS4 KS5 | Mechanics | Published: 09/10/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Kinematics in one dimension | Substitution

Integration

Can be used as a recap of integration or an introductory overview.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 13/08/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Integration

Algebra and functions

PowerPoint presentation on simplifying algebraic fractions, dividing  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 13/08/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Algebraic fractions | Factor theorem

Coordinate geometry: straight line formulae and equations

Derivation of straight line formulae (length, gradient, midpoint)  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 17/07/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Linear graphs – plotting and sketching

Linear and quadratic inequalities

Introduce your students to how to interpret a quadratic inequality.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 10/07/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Inequalities

Investigating quadratic functions

This multi-level task illustrates how different starting points  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 03/07/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Non-linear graphs – quadratics and cubics | Quadratics – the quadratic equation

Understanding trigonometry

A student-led investigation to understand how to work out trig  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 05/06/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Geometry and measure | Constructions | Trigonometry – SOHCAHTOA

Calculus on the calculator

Linking the functions on the calculator to useful calculus. Copy  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 22/05/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation | Integration

The Flower of Life

Students see how to create the circle arrangement known as the  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 15/05/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Geometry and measure | Rich tasks

Origami trays

Fold a tray from paper then manipulate the design to create different  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 15/05/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Rich tasks | Solids and nets – identifying 3D shapes

Useful integrals

Integration 'cheat sheet' for A level C3 and C4. Covers all types  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 01/05/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Integration

Shrinking circles

An investigation on polygons: making use of formulae, trigonometry,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 16/04/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Rich tasks

Probability inequalities: from words to numbers

Link together probability and inequality knowledge by matching  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 09/04/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Binomial probability distribution | Geometric probability distribution

Introduction to the Geometric Probability Distribution

A PowerPoint introduction to the geometric probability distribution.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 09/04/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Geometric probability distribution

Matching quadratic and cubic curves to equations

This resource has two tasks. The first requires students to re-write  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 02/04/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Non-linear graphs – quadratics and cubics

Graph transformations

Each of the transformations required for AS Core Maths and to  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/03/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Transformations of functions

Function transformations

Ten slides on transforming curves. Includes translations and  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 19/03/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Transformations of functions

Introduction to the binomial probability distribution

Introducing students to the binomial distribution from first  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 06/03/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Binomial probability distribution

What happens when factorising quadratics?

A detailed PowerPoint that with the aim of demonstrating how  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 27/02/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Quadratics – factorising and expanding

Integrating trigonometric functions

An activity designed to help students understand that there is  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 20/02/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Integration

Vector addition

An activity to practise the addition of vectors. If the solutions  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 30/01/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Geometry and measure | Vectors

Pairs of lines

Two lesson starters on the equation of a straight line and p  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 16/01/2015 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Linear graphs – finding the equation of a line

Cubic battleships

A version of battleships that requires students to use the factor  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/12/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Cubic equations - factorising | Factor theorem

Question and answer cards

Two sets of cards. The first set of 36 cards contains BIDMAS  … read more

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KS3 KS4 KS5  | Published: 31/10/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Order of operations (BIDMAS) | Revision | Revision cards

Trigonometric identities

There are three groups of equivalent trigonometrical identities  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/09/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Trigonometry – trigonometric identities

The number of the week

Each of these PowerPoint slides contains interesting facts about  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 12/09/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Number | Posters and displays

Introducing geometric sequences and series

Learn how to calculate terms and sum to the nth term in this  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 07/02/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Progressions – geometric

Introducing radian measure

A comprehensive PowerPoint giving clear definitions, diagrams,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 24/01/2014 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Radians

Grouping composite and inverse functions

Given three functions, evaluate the composite and inverse functions  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 06/09/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Composite functions

Negative and fractional indices treasure hunt

This resource combines a treasure hunt with a code breaking activity  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 30/08/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Number | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Indices

Getting to know the quadratic function

Explore quadratics in detail, with tasks including suggesting  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 21/06/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Non-linear graphs – quadratics and cubics

The shape of the quadratic function

Determine the overall shape of a graph – if it's possible! –  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 14/06/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Non-linear graphs – quadratics and cubics

Matching graph sketches

Match each equation to a sketch of its graph, by looking at the  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 14/06/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Non-linear graphs – natural exponents and logarithms

Distance/acceleration dominoes

Match the expressions for distance and acceleration by differentiating  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 31/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts

Basic differentiation Snap

Practise differentiating simple polynomials with a game of snap  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 24/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation

Geometry extensions – Pick and mix revision cards

22 revision cards giving A* grade and extension Geometry questions,  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 17/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Geometry and measure | Revision | Revision cards

Logarithm dominoes – in terms of log(2)

Create a domino loop by matching equivalent logs – use the product,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 10/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Logarithms

Data collection and sampling – Pick and mix revision cards

32 question cards based on the Statistics GCSE course, including  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 10/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Revision | Revision cards

Displaying data – Pick and mix revision cards

38 question cards based on the Statistics GCSE (easily adapted  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 03/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Statistics & Probability | Revision | Revision cards

Pick and mix revision ideas

Teaching notes to accompany the Pick and mix revision cards,  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 03/05/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Statistics & Probability | Revision | Revision cards

Data analysis – Pick and mix revision cards

48 question cards based on the Statistics GCSE course (easily  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 26/04/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics | Statistics & Probability | Revision | Revision cards

Logarithm dominoes – simplifying logs

Create a domino chain by simplifying logarithms, tackling product,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 26/04/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Logarithms

Logarithm dominoes – what's the argument?

Create a continuous domino loop by finding the argument when  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/04/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Logarithms

Logarithm dominoes – what's the base?

Match the correct base to each given log, creating a domino chain.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/04/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Logarithms

Logarithm dominoes – evaluating logs

Match the equivalent expressions using the basic logarithm definition.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 19/04/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Logarithms

Factor theorem recap

Match each equation with its factor using the factor theorem,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 22/02/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Factor theorem

Integration dominoes – simple polynomials

Integrate each polynomial to create a continuous loop of dominoes.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 14/02/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Integration

Differentiation dominoes 3 – chain, product and quotient rules

Differentiate each expression to create a continuous loop of  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 01/02/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts

Differentiation Dominoes 2 – factorised quadratics

Differentiate the quadratic expressions to create a continuous  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 11/01/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts

Differentiation Dominoes 1 – simple polynomials

Create a continuous chain of dominoes by differentiating polynomials.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 11/01/2013 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Differentiation | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts

Transforming graphs revision cards

10 very handy double sided cards to revise trigonometric graphs  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 14/09/2012 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Transformations of functions

Transforming sin(x)

Match the different graph transformations to their functions.  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 27/07/2012 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Non-linear graphs – sin, cos and tan

Spearman's rank correlation coefficient

In pairs, calculate how similar your musical tastes are. This  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 18/05/2012 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Spearman's rank coefficient

Conditional probability puzzler

This difficult problem helps you out by showing all of the workings,  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 02/03/2012 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Conditional probability

Graph transformation blitz

Use the graph of the function f(x) to sketch various graphs and  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 13/01/2012 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Transformations of functions

Comparing averages and spread

Alter the original data set and analyse what happens to the averages  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 15/12/2011 | From the resource collection(s): Statistics & Probability | Averages and spread – standard deviation

Seeing graphs

Step-by-step instructions for sketching graphs from equations.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 15/12/2011 | From the resource collection(s): Algebra | Core | Sketching curves

Equation of a circle

A clear PowerPoint demonstration using Pythagoras' theorem to  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 15/12/2011 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Non-linear graphs – circles

Transforming graphs

Match the graphs to their equations, by comparing them with the  … read more

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KS5  | Published: 15/12/2011 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Transformations of functions

Quadratic functions - treasure hunt

Find the solution to one card to get the next card in the sequence.  … read more

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KS4 KS5  | Published: 15/12/2011 | From the resource collection(s): Core | Dominoes, loop cards and treasure hunts | Non-linear graphs – quadratics and cubics