Revision Book Rankings
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It's hard to find the right revision books to spend money on, from dozens of options. The OxNotes rankings makes that choice clear. Subjects reviewed:
1: GCSE English Literature
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#2: An Inspector Calls - The Text Guide
Description: This book contains everything you need to write better GCSE English essays on J.B. Priestley's 'An Inspector Calls', all presented in a helpful and entertaining way to make study and revision easier. There are clear notes on the plot, characters, themes and historical background, plus practice questions to make sure you understand the main points. |
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#3: Guide to GCSE English Literature
Description: With the second year of exams now behind us, there is undeniable proof that Mr Bruff’s approach works. On the week of GCSE results, Mr Bruff received over 1,000 messages of thanks from students, parents and teachers who thanked him for his revision materials. He was featured in print, radio and TV news for his national impact on exam results. At Mr Bruff’s website, there is a page titled ‘Exam Success’, featuring over 200 messages from students who exceeded expectations with their results. |
2: GCSE Maths
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#1: GCSE Maths Edexcel - Complete Revision & Practice
Description: This book contains all-in-one exam preparation resources for Higher Level Edexcel GCSE Maths. Every Edexcel topic is clearly explained in CGP's informal, straightforward style, with plenty of tips and worked examples. Each mini-section is rounded off with a quick warm-up test and a selection of exam-style questions, with detailed answers at the back. At the end of the book, you'll find two full practice exam papers. |
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#2: Revise Edexcel GCSE Maths - Revision Workbook
Description: One-to-one page match with the revision guide so students can find the practice they need quickly and easily.
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#3: AQA Maths Complete Revision & Practice
Description: This bestselling all-in-one CGP book has been fully updated for the new Grade 9-1 Higher Level AQA GCSE Maths course. Every topic is clearly explained in CGP's informal, straightforward style, with plenty of tips and worked examples. Each mini-section is rounded off with a quick warm-up test and a selection of exam-style questions - and at the end of the book, there’s a full set of practice exam papers (with full answers included). |
3: GCSE Chemistry
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#1: GCSE Chemistry AQA Complete Revision & Practice
Description: This CGP Complete Revision & Practice book covers every topic from Grade 9-1 AQA GCSE Chemistry. Everything’s explained with clear, easy-to-read study notes, examples and diagrams. There’s also a huge range of practice questions and exam-style questions in every section (with answers included at the back), plus plenty of useful advice for scoring top marks in the final exams - and the book is rounded off with a full set of realistic practice papers. |
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#2: Edexcel GCSE Chemistry Revision Guide
Description: This student-friendly textbook comprehensively covers the AQA exam specification for GCSE Chemistry. It contains in-depth, accessible notes explaining every topic, supported by clear diagrams, photographs, exam tips and worked examples. Practice questions and exam-style questions are included throughout, with detailed answers at the back. |
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#3: GCSE Chemistry AQA All-in-One Complete Revision & Practice
Description: This Collins GCSE Grade 9-1 Chemistry revision guide does exactly what it says on the tin: revision and practice, all-in-one! It’s your one-stop-shop for all study materials. This new GCSE Grade 9-1 revision guide uses a revision method that really works: repeated practice throughout. Quick tests and end-of-topic practice questions are included as you go so you can assess your knowledge. A revision guide, workbook and practice paper all-in-one, and then some! |
4: GCSE Geography
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#1: 9-1 Geography Revision Guide
Description: The GCSE 9-1 Geography AQA Revision Guide is the most student-friendly revision resource for the 2016 AQA GCSE Geography (9-1) specification. It's written specially to target the demands of revising for linear exams for the first time. Each Student Book topic is condensed into interesting, relevant single-page examples. Clearly-written objectives open each page, setting out for students what they need to revise, using high-quality photos, maps and diagrams to aid retention of key geographical processes and information. Motivating revision activities and a focus on all aspects of the exam reinforce the guide's rigour. |
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#2: AQA GCSE (9-1) Geography
Description: Enables students to learn and practice geographical, mathematical and statistical skills through engaging activities specifically designed for the 2016 curriculum.
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And finally, free resources:
- GCSE English Literature Revision Notes (including An Inspector Calls)
- All GCSE/IGCSE Revision Notes
- Learn Faster (Study Hacks)
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