Elmo and his friends had a super fun day planting a garden with Mrs. Michelle Obama, the First Lady. They learned how much fun gardening can be and why eating fresh veggies is so important!
Mrs. Obama showed the kids how to plant a garden. Gardening is a great way to learn about nature and where our food comes from. It helps us take care of the Earth and teaches us to be responsible.
The kids brought different seeds to plant, and they were very excited!
Mrs. Obama showed the kids how to plant seeds. First, they made a hole in the soil, then put the seeds in, and covered them up. This taught the kids how plants start growing.
Big Bird asked if Mrs. Obama eats seeds. She explained that she eats the vegetables that grow from the seeds, not the seeds themselves. This helped the kids learn how seeds turn into food.
Mrs. Obama told the kids that eating fresh vegetables helps us grow strong and healthy. Vegetables have lots of good stuff like vitamins and minerals that keep us feeling great!
Planting a garden with Mrs. Obama was more than just putting seeds in the ground. It was a chance to learn about healthy eating, taking care of our planet, and having fun with gardening. The kids were excited to see their plants grow and couldn’t wait to taste the yummy veggies they planted!
Seed Observation Journal: Start a seed observation journal! Choose a seed from the ones mentioned in the article, like tomato or carrot seeds. Plant it in a small pot at home with the help of an adult. Every day, draw a picture of your plant and write down any changes you see. How tall is it growing? Are there any leaves? This will help you understand how plants grow over time.
Veggie Taste Test: With the help of an adult, try tasting some of the vegetables mentioned in the article, like cucumbers, lettuce, or carrots. Talk about the taste, texture, and color of each vegetable. Which one is your favorite? Why do you think eating these vegetables is good for you? This activity will help you appreciate the benefits of eating fresh veggies.
Garden Detective: Go on a garden detective adventure in your backyard or a local park. Look for different plants and try to identify them. Can you find any of the plants mentioned in the article? Take notes or draw pictures of what you see. Discuss with a friend or family member how these plants might have started from seeds just like the ones you planted.
