Join Cookie Monster and his friend Gonger on a fun adventure as they help Grandma make her famous buttermilk biscuits for a neighborhood picnic. Along the way, they learn about bees and how important they are for making food. Let’s dive into their exciting journey!
One sunny day, Grandma called Cookie Monster and Gonger. She needed help because she hurt her arm while playing beach volleyball and couldn’t bake her yummy biscuits. Cookie Monster and Gonger were excited to help and called themselves “Monster Foodies” as they got ready to bake.
To make the biscuits, they needed buttermilk, flour, butter, and a special ingredient—honey. But oh no! They were out of honey. What would they do?
Cookie Monster and Gonger learned that bees make honey. So, they visited a bee farm to get some. At the farm, a beekeeper showed them how bees collect nectar from flowers and turn it into honey. Bees are amazing because they are the only insects that make food for us!
With honey in hand, Cookie Monster and Gonger went back to the kitchen to bake. Here’s how they did it:
When the biscuits were ready, they smelled so good! Cookie Monster and Gonger tasted them, and they were delicious. Grandma was happy, and everyone at the picnic loved the biscuits.
This adventure taught us about working together, how important bees are for our food, and the fun of baking. By helping Grandma, Cookie Monster and Gonger made tasty biscuits and learned to appreciate nature’s gifts. So, next time you enjoy honey or baked treats, remember the busy bees and the joy of cooking with friends!
Bee Observation Adventure: Go on a mini-adventure in your backyard or a nearby park to observe bees in action. Take a notebook and draw pictures of the flowers you see bees visiting. Count how many bees you can spot in 10 minutes. Discuss with a friend or family member why bees might like certain flowers more than others. Remember to watch from a safe distance and not disturb the bees!
Honey Taste Test: With the help of an adult, try tasting different types of honey. You can find varieties like clover, wildflower, or orange blossom honey. Notice the differences in taste and color. Which one do you like best? Talk about how bees might collect nectar from different flowers to make these unique flavors.
Biscuit Baking Experiment: Try baking your own biscuits at home with an adult’s help. Use the recipe from the story, but experiment by adding a new ingredient like a pinch of cinnamon or a handful of raisins. How does the new ingredient change the taste or texture of the biscuits? Share your biscuits with family or friends and ask them what they think of your special creation!
