Old MacDonald has a Farm
Animals
Crops
From Farm to Market
Seasons of Farming
100
What animals does Old MacDonald have on his farm?
cows, chickens, pigs a sheep a dog
100
Why do cows have an udder
to hold the milk it makes
100
Why do farmers grow crops?
to feed the animals and people.
100
Where do most of our groceries come from?
The farm
100
What are the four seasons of the year?
spring, summer, fall, winter
200
What are three ways Old MacDonald takes care of his animals?
he gives them food, water and shelter
200
What are male cattle called? What are female cattle called?
bulls/cows
200
What is produce?
fresh fruits and vegtables
200
Where can we store our produce to eat for another time?
refrigerator/can
200
What does the word drought mean?
there is no rain or very little rain
300
What does a farmer do on a the farm?
He takes care of the animals and crops
300
What is a flock of sheep?
group of sheep?
300
What kind of crops do farmers grow that are sold for food?
fruits and vegetables, grains
300
What does spoiled food mean?
it is not good to eat
300
How can farmers protect their crops from a drought
irrigate (water) their plants
400
Why do farmers raise cattle?
for dairy and beef products
400
How do chicks begin their lives?
they hatch from an egg.
400
How would your life be different if farmers didn't grow crops?
We wouldn't have produce or foods made from fruits and vegetables.
400
Do the apples go to the store or are they harvested first?
harvested
400
Why do farmers spray pesticides?
to keep pests or bugs away
500
What foods/drinks do we get from cows?
milk, cheese, ice cream, yogurt, beef
500
What was the female name for the pigs? What was the male name for pigs?
sow/boar
500
What is a grain?
plants that have seeds that are used to make food
500
Where do we process crops, at the factory or the grocery store?
the factory
500
What does a farmer do in the summer?
water or irrigate crops, from the drought and pests
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