How Did That Get in My Lunchbox?
What happens when grains of wheat are ground?
They become flour.
Why does the narrator talk about Matthew's farm?
To give an example of where food comes from before it reaches our plates.
What causes grapes to become raisins?
The sun
What happens after apples' juices are squeezed out in a huge press?
The juice is heated up to kill off any germs.
What happens after carrots leaves stop growing?
The carrot become sweeter because nutrients go to its roots.
Which countries are raisins grown?
Turkey, United States, Australia
What does the word 'grove' mean?
A group of trees planted close together; an orchard.
When does the farmer prepping the ground and when do the carrots get big and sweet.
Prepping: June/July
Big & Sweet: End of October, beginning of November
Why are raisins sweet?
They are naturally sweet.
What is farming?
Raising crops and farm animals.
What are two reasons why Matthew love his job as a farmer?
1. working for himself outdoors
2. bringing delicious produce to local communities
3. helping people understand the value of what they eat.
What is the main idea of the story?
The main idea of the story is that raisins take a very long time to be made. There are many steps taken to make raisins.
What is the main idea of the story?
The main idea of the story is that foods that end up in our lunchboxes are from farms, orchards, groves, and dairies. There are many people like farmers, bakers, pickers, and packers to delivery drivers that help us get foods to be strong and healthy.
What are the benefits of locally grown fruits and vegetables?
The benefits of locally grown fruits and vegetables may be fresher products and less expensive than varieties shipped from other states or other countries.
How are the poems connected to the story?
The poems are connected to the story by asking questions about raisins, and then the author answers them in each section.