The Science Behind an Apple

Apple are delicious and healthy! Kids usually love apples and they are safe for kids with allergies.

There are some great experiments you can do with apples but most of them are just for fun. I wanted to actually teach the students something about the science of apples. As it turns out, apples have a chemical reaction with the air as soon as they are cut! Kids ask me all of the time, why do apples turn brown? Here you go!

I decided to create a few resources to go with the hands-on experiment. If you know me at all, you know I always try my hardest to integrate reading and writing into social studies and science. Does this mean social studies and science take a backseat? No way. These subjects are just as important as reading, writing, and math. However, if I can integrate a few things into one lesson…ding ding, that is a winner lesson for me!

Check out the preview to see what is included in this engaging lesson! The students will do an experiment, read a passage, answer comprehension questions and make observations!

Make it a goal to reach your students where they are. Apples are healthy, delicious, and safe for the classroom! My kids at home love to experiment with food and classroom students do too. You will win some major brownie points by doing this hands-on activity with your students.