What makes a food choice sustainable?
- Ages 7 - 14
- Marine life, Resource use, Sustainability
- UK Curriculum
- English
- 45mins – 1 hr
What makes seafood choices sustainable? Â
In this learning resource, students will be introduced to the concept of sustainable seafood, exploring how biology, reproduction rates and fishing methods affect whether a species is resilient or vulnerable.
Students can investigate a range of case studies (cod, salmon, haddock, bass, hake, lobster, scallop and more), using ID cards, glossary terms, and traffic-light sustainability systems.Â
Through inquiry, debate and critical thinking, learners will discover how individual choices connect to global Ocean health and develop the confidence to make informed, sustainable decisions.Â
Students will:Â
- Understand how species biology (e.g. reproduction rates) impacts sustainabilityÂ
- Investigate how fishing methods influence Ocean healthÂ
- Use ID cards and research to classify seafood species into sustainability ratingsÂ
- Develop critical thinking skills around everyday food choicesÂ
- Explore real-world resources like the Marine Conservation Society Good Fish GuideÂ
Learning resource details
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This learning resource supports teaching in:Â
- Science: Marine species biology, reproduction, ecosystems
- Geography: Human–environment interaction, global resource use
- Citizenship: Critical thinking, sustainability, responsible decision-making
Students will:Â
- Recognise how biology and fishing practices affect fish populations
- Explore sustainability using ID cards, case studies and traffic-light systems
- Strengthen critical thinking and evaluative decision-making skills
- Connect food choices to Ocean health and community impact
- Learn how sustainability ratings (e.g. MCS Good Fish Guide) are developed
This resource includes:Â
• Teacher cheat sheet with species list and sustainability guidanceÂ
• Two age-appropriate workshop presentations (7–11 and 11–14)Â
• ID cards, glossary sheets and research promptsÂ
• Group activities and traffic-light sustainability system exercisesÂ
Related SDG Goals
