Join Elmo on a fun adventure as he tries to find out if he likes kiwi. This story shows us why it’s important to try new foods, even if we aren’t sure about them at first.
Elmo feels a bit nervous because he has never tasted kiwi before. Many people feel this way about new foods. But the only way to know if you like something is to give it a try!
With happy music playing, Elmo sings about all the yummy foods we can try. The song tells us that even if we don’t like a food right away, we should give it a chance. The song’s fun part says, “try it, try it,” reminding us that trying new things can be exciting!
Elmo takes a tiny bite of the kiwi. At first, he doesn’t like it. This shows us that sometimes one taste isn’t enough to decide if we like a food.
Elmo’s friend tells him that it’s okay to try a food more than once. The song reminds us that to really know if we like something, we should try again. This teaches us that trying new foods more than once can lead to happy surprises.
Elmo decides to take another bite of the kiwi. To his surprise, he finds out he actually likes it! This shows us that our first thoughts can change if we keep trying.
Elmo’s kiwi adventure ends happily as he discovers he loves the fruit. This story teaches us that trying new foods can be fun and surprising. Sometimes, all it takes is a little courage and the willingness to “try, try again.” Elmo’s adventure reminds us that there are many tasty foods out there waiting for us to explore!
Fruit Tasting Party: Organize a small fruit tasting party at home or in the classroom. Gather a variety of fruits, including kiwi, and let the children taste each one. Encourage them to describe the taste, texture, and color of each fruit. Ask them to share which fruits they liked the most and why. This activity helps children explore new foods in a fun and social setting.
Food Adventure Journal: Create a “Food Adventure Journal” where children can draw or write about new foods they try each week. Encourage them to note how they felt before and after trying the food, and whether their opinion changed after a second or third try. This activity encourages reflection and persistence, just like Elmo’s experience with kiwi.
Discussion Time: Ask the children some thought-provoking questions: “Why do you think Elmo was nervous about trying kiwi?” “Have you ever been nervous about trying something new? What happened?” “Why is it important to try new things, even if we don’t like them at first?” These questions help children connect Elmo’s adventure to their own experiences and understand the value of trying new things.
