The Journey of Your Food
Where does most food start?
Most food starts on a farm, where farmers grow crops and raise animals.
Name one fruit that grows on trees.
An apple grows on a tree.
Which animal gives us milk?
A cow gives us milk.
Name one food that comes from another country.
Bananas often come from tropical countries.
What is the job of packaging in the food journey?
Packaging keeps food fresh and clean and tells us information about the product.
Which vegetable grows underground?
A carrot grows underground.
What food do bees make?
Bees make honey.
Which country is famous for pizza?
Italy is famous for pizza.
Which step comes before transportation?
Processing or packaging comes before transportation, depending on the type of food.
Why do people need to eat fruits and vegetables?
People need fruits and vegetables because they give us vitamins and help us stay healthy.
Why are bees important for plants?
Bees pollinate flowers so plants can make fruits and seeds.
Why do some foods have to travel a long way before we can eat them?
Some foods grow only in certain climates, so they must travel far to reach other countries.
Why is processing important? Give one example.
Processing makes food safer to eat and easier to store. For example, milk can be turned into cheese or yogurt.
Name two fruits that can grow in your country.
In my country, apples and strawberries can grow.
Which animal helps farmers pull heavy things?
Horses can help farmers pull heavy things like plows.
Which country would you like to visit for its food, and why?
I would like to visit Japan because I want to try real sushi.