This impactful classroom activity uses a simple apple-cutting demonstration to visually represent the small portion of Earth’s surface that is arable farmland. Students observe how limited agricultural land is and engage in a guided discussion about how to sustainably feed a growing global population. Ideal for environmental science, geography, or sustainability lessons.

Use this video alongside our Earth: The Apple of our Eye lesson plans for elementary, middle or high school. To download a free copy of the lesson plan PDF, click the green button below.

Audio transcript of Earth: The Apple of Our Eye lesson plan video