Jill Colella

Many people use pumpkins for fall decorating. But pumpkin is also delicious in soup, pasta, muffins, and of course pies! See how pumpkins grow, learn what is inside of pumpkins, make pumpkin soup, and create a pumpkin squirrel feeder activity.

Do you like sweet or tart apples? Visit a farm to discover how apples grow, what the different types of apples are, and how they taste. Make some delicious applesauce, and discover how to find the star inside every apple. Includes a recipe for applesauce and ideas for an apple tasting party.

Did you know that if you pick a green strawberry, it will never ripen and turn red? Visit a berry farm to see how strawberries grow. Then follow simple recipes to make Strawberry Smoothies and Chocolate Covered Fruit Pops.

Naan, sourdough, rye, pita . . . bread takes different flavors and forms all around the world. Experiment with yeast to learn why it makes breads rise, see how to knead bread, and follow a simple recipe to make your own loaf.

"Ripe and juicy, tomatoes are a welcome sign of summer! Inspire food literacy in young readers by showing them how tomatoes are grown and harvested. Include a recipe for an easy tomato sauce"--

"Introduce young readers to peanuts by showing them what peanut plants look like and how they grow. An easy recipe and a simple craft project invite readers to engage with this longtime favorite ingredient."--

"Beans are packed with nutrition and found in cuisines around the world. See how beans grow, meet the farmers who grow them, and engage in two activities: making bean dip and growing a bean plant." --

"What do duct tape and Queen Esther has in common? Both are strong, flexible and can withstand very challenging circumstances! Create fun costumes and accessories with duct tape to celebrate the holiday of Purim" --