How to revise effectively and get better results

by Kelly Mullenger | May 20, 2021 | Biology, Chemistry, KS3 Science, Physics, Revision

 Are you more of a reader or a writer when it comes to revision? Do you know the best way to revise? What would you recommend if someone asked you the best way to revise?   Over the years I have tried, and recommended, many revision methods myself and for my...

What’s the difference between Elements, Compounds and Mixtures?

by Kelly Mullenger | Apr 20, 2021 | Chemistry, KS3 Science

Do you know the difference between Elements, Compounds and Mixtures? How are the atoms arranged in elements and compounds? Do you know how to use the Periodic Table? Can you recognise and name any symbols from the Periodic Table?   The Periodic Table is something...

Help, I need to catch up – where should I look?

by Kelly Mullenger | Mar 10, 2021 | Biology, Chemistry, KS3 Science, Physics, Revision, ScienceKit Short Courses

Where do you find help if you don’t know the answer? When your teacher has asked you to do some research for your homework, do you know where to start? If you have missed work due to the lockdown which websites will help you catch up and understand tricky...

How to explain states of matter, particle theory & changes of state?

by Kelly Mullenger | Feb 11, 2021 | Chemistry, KS3 Science

When you start learning Chemistry at KS3 the first topic you will cover is Matter. It is vital you know about matter, how matter changes and what causes these changes. Here we look at three areas we think are essential to understanding this topic and give you our tips...

Not another test? Learn how to revise and get better results

by Kelly Mullenger | Jan 10, 2021 | Biology, Chemistry, KS3 Science, Physics, Revision

Have you ever been shown how to revise for a test? Are you often set homework to revise for a test and been a little confused about what to do? Here we are going to share some hints and tips, alongside a simple revision method to make preparing for KS3 science tests...

How to improve your KS3 Chemistry results

by Kelly Mullenger | Dec 4, 2020 | Chemistry, KS3 Science, Revision

Do you find KS3 Chemistry hard? Are there some topics that just don’t make sense to you? Do understand the use of formulae and particle diagrams?  Here we share three simple ways to help improve your learning in KS3 Chemistry.   1.🧪 Make sure you know the...