Show & Tell Ideas With an Apple Theme

Apples have a history̵2;a long one of journey, myth, folklore, tradition, science and even a biblical connection. From the orchard to the kitchen to the library, the apple has many stories, making it a perfect choice for a show and tell lesson. The depth of the subject matter will, of course, be dictated by the age of the audience. However, there are a number of levels for understanding built into each area of study.

  1. See How They Grow

    • Apples̵2;a member of the rose family̵2;although grown through seed, mature into a heartier plant through the method of grafting. A grafted plant can be used as a starting point for a show and tell project. Explanation of the method and a pass-around look at the grafted branch will round out the presentation.

    So Many Apples, So Little Time

    • There are more than 10,000 varieties of apples. Select several that are grown in your region, and have a taste test. Tart, sweet, crisp and firm or soft, apples differ widely in taste, texture, size and color. Explore the different varieties and chart the class's preferred tastes.

    Folklore and Mythology

    • Apples frequently play a role in stories and myths. Explore writings where apples played a part in the outcome̵2;"Sleeping Beauty," "Johnny Appleseed," the Golden Apple from Hera̵7;s garden. Show and tell presentations can feature images and excerpts from the various stories.

    Science and Sir Isaac Newton

    • An apple bonked Sir Isaac Newton on the head, and that action led him to the discovery of gravity and gravitational pull. Describe the Universal Law of Gravitation, using an apple as a prop.

    Language

    • As American as apple pie, an apple a day, the apple does not fall far from the tree̷0;explore the language of the apple. Write the sayings down with a brief description of the circumstances and the date on which they first appeared.

    In the Kitchen

    • A popular show and tell could be the making of applesauce. Show the different varieties that can be cooked and put through a food mill; prepare some on-site and pass samples around.

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