Spotlight Science

Gareth Williams, Keith Johnson, Sue Adamson — 2001

Topic outlines show parts of the PoS to be covered, the relationship of the topic to aspects of KS2 and KS4 and warn of equipment that may need special preparation time in advance. Topic maps are provided for pupils. Lesson notes relating to each double page spread in the pupils' book offer objectives, ideas for each lesson, detailed references to the PoS, level descriptions, safety points with references to CLEAPPS HAZCARDS, ICT support, cross-curricular links and equipment lists. Answers to all questions in the pupils' book are also provided. Additional support material provide: homework sheets, help and extension sheets to optimize differentiation (Sc1), Sc1 skill sheets, thinking about... activities to improve integration of CASE activities with Spotlight Science, revision quizzes and checklists are included. Extra help sheets for each topic extend the range of support for Sc1 and Sc2-4. Challenge sheets for each topic provide a variety of enrichment activities for more able students. They consist of a variety of challenging activities which should present pupils with opportunities to develop problem-solving, thinking, presentational and interpersonal skills.