Laura Conkerton
Laura has been teaching science since 2004 and is currently head of A-level chemistry and biology at a school in Dorset
ResourceParticle model | Key terms support | 11–14
Language support pack for particle model, with key terms list, accessible glossary, Frayer models and unscrambling definitions
ResourceStructure and bonding | Reading comprehension | 14–16 years
Use this reading comprehension based on a real science research news story to develop literacy skills and confidence
ResourceAtomic model | Reading comprehension | 14–16 years
Use this reading comprehension based on a real science research news story to develop literacy skills and confidence
OpinionShould we retain the skill of handwriting?
Discover why one teacher thinks writing by hand is vital for science learners
IdeasCreating posters to present information
Help your students learn how to communicate their results effectively
ResourcePresenting investigations: academic-style posters | 14–16 years
Using this resource, learners create an academic-style poster summarising the key information and data from an investigation
IdeasEffective reading strategies for the chemistry classroom
Try these simple, teacher-tested approaches to build your students’ literacy skills