Fruit Facts

🍎 Fruitful Facts

How Nature’s Juicy Treats Keep Us Strong

Fruits aren’t just delicious, they’re powerful! Each colorful bite is packed with vitamins that help us grow, think, and feel our very best. Whether you're munching a mango or savoring a strawberry, you're fueling your body with goodness from nature.

Let’s take a tasty tour through some fruit-powered health facts!

🍌 What Are Vitamins, Anyway?

Vitamins are tiny nutrients found in food that help our bodies work well. They protect us, give us energy, and keep our hearts, brains, and skin happy.

Think of them as little helpers, and fruits are full of them!

🍊 Fruit & Vitamin Match-Ups

Let’s explore how some of your favorite fruits secretly pack superhero nutrients!

Oranges and kiwis are full of Vitamin C, which helps your immune system stay strong and heals little cuts. Bananas bring Vitamin B6, a brain booster that helps keep your nerves relaxed. Blueberries are rich in Vitamin K, supporting healthy blood and strong bones. Sweet strawberries are another source of Vitamin C, protecting your cells and giving your skin a healthy glow. Apples carry a small amount of Vitamin A, which supports your eyesight and your body's defenses. Mangos offer a double dose of Vitamin A and C, making them great for keeping your eyes sharp and fighting off germs. And finally, papayas shine with Vitamin E, which protects your body and helps your skin sparkle.

Fun fact: The deeper the color, the more vitamins a fruit may have!

🍓Let’s Talk Gratitude

Ask your readers:
“What’s your favorite fruit, and how does it help your body?”
Encourage them to make a “Fruit Thanks” list, like:

• “Thank you, banana, for helping my brain feel smart!”
• “I’m grateful for oranges because they help me stay strong when I’m sick.”

✨ Extension Ideas

• Create a fruit rainbow with drawings or real slices, labeling each vitamin
• Design a “Fruit Superhero” with powers from vitamins (like “Captain C” or “Mighty Mango”)
• Make a gratitude smoothie: blend favorite fruits and say thank you for each one!

Here’s a list of fruits in alphabetical order with some of their nutritional information:

• Apple- Fiber, Potassium, Vitamin C, Vitamin K.
• Avocado- Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Vitamin B6.
• Banana- Copper, Manganese, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C.
• Cantaloupe- Calcium, Folic Acid, Iron, Vitamin K.
• Grapes- Copper, Manganese, Thiamine, Vitamin C.
• Oranges- Fiber, Potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C.
• Strawberries- Ellagic Acid, Fiber, Folate, Vitamin C.
• Watermelon- Amino Acids, Beta Carotene, Lutein, Lycopene.

🍍 Fruit Superpower Match-Up Activity

Activity: Meet Your Vitamin Heroes!

Instructions:

1. Draw seven fruits: one orange, a banana, a blueberry, a strawberry, an apple, a mango, and a papaya.
2. Next to each fruit, write:
   • The vitamin it’s famous for
   • The body part or health benefit it helps
   • A fun thank-you message to that fruit!

Example:

• 🍌 Banana → Vitamin B6
  💡 Brain Booster!
  🙏 “Thanks, banana, for helping me think clearly!”

Bonus Challenge:

Create your own “Fruit Superhero” character!
Give them:

• A name (like Captain C or Papaya Protecto)
• Their superpower (the vitamin)
• A catchphrase of gratitude (“I fight germs with fruity power!”)

Books about fruits:

1. Eating the Alphabet: by Lois Ehlert

2. Oliver's Fruit Salad by Vivian French

3. The Fruits We Eat by Gail Gibbons

4. Mrs. Peanuckle's Fruit Alphabet by Mrs. Peanuckle

Hey parents! Make storytime extra special by checking that the books you choose are perfect for your little ones. Happy reading!

 

Facts about Giraffes

Last week, we focused on expressing gratitude for items and experiences beginning with the letter F. Today, we invite you to share something you are thankful for that starts with G. It could be an item, a cherished memory, or a quality you appreciate in others. Contributing your thoughts can create a spirit of appreciation and reflection within our community. We look forward to hearing what you're grateful for!

I feel incredibly grateful for giraffes with their graceful necks and gentle demeanor. They remind me of the beauty of nature. What’s something you’re thankful for that starts with the letter G? Let's share our gratitude!

🦒 Head in the Clouds: Exploring the Wonderful World of Giraffes

With necks that seem to stretch to the sky and spots like a living work of art, giraffes are nature’s skyscrapers, and there's a lot more to them than height alone!

Facts about Axolotl

Facts about Axolotls

The Enigmatic Axolotl: Take a dive into the Mysteries of the Mexican Walking Fish

Have you ever heard of an Axolotl before? They are so incredibly cute!! I want to tell you all about this amazing aquatic amphibian! They are actually aquatic salamanders! They stay looking like babies their entire life. But here's the genuinely fascinating part-they have a unique ability to regrow their lost body parts. Imagine that when they lose a limb, they can regrow it in as little as three weeks. It's a process where nearby cells travel to the injury site, and regeneration starts. Isn't that weird but amazing? We live in a very fascinating world! There is so much we can learn from the world around us!

Axolotls, often called the Mexican Walking Fish, are not fish at all but a type of neotenic salamander. These fascinating creatures have captured the imagination of scientists and animal lovers alike with their unique features and regenerative abilities. Here are some incredible facts about axolotls that showcase why they are one of nature’s most intriguing amphibians:

 

Quick facts about the Axolotl:

Facts about water

Water Facts

Did you know that water, a truly unique substance, exists naturally on Earth in three distinct forms: liquid, solid, and gas? This peculiarity allows water to move around the Earth, a process we call the water cycle. Consider this: the average water molecule spends less than a week in our atmosphere, and a single drop of water contains billions of these molecules. Each water molecule comprises two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom, forming the familiar H2O.

The water cycle consists of 7 processes: evaporation, condensation, sublimation, precipitation, transpiration, runoff, and infiltration. 

Why not take a moment to explore each stage of the water cycle? Understanding this natural process can deepen your appreciation for the world around us.

 

Facts about water:

1. Water is about 70% of a human’s body weight.

2. Water regulates the earth’s temperature.

3. Water helps deliver essential nutrients to all the cells inside our body.

4. The human brain is made up of about 75% water.

5. Hot water freezes faster than cold water.

6. Frozen water is about 9% lighter than water, so ice floats when in liquid.

7. Water covers about 70% of the earth’s surface.

8. Humans need to drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

Water is good for you, so drink plenty of H20 today!!

 

Facts about the Sun

Sun Facts

Did you know that the sun is the closest star to our planet? Yes, our sun is a star!! That is why we can see it so big and bright!!

Here are some facts about the sun:

1.  The sun is a star.

2.  The sun is mainly made up of hydrogen and helium.

3.  The earth orbits around the sun.

4.  The sun is over 92 million miles away from the earth.

5.  Ancient Greeks named the sun Helios.

6.  The sun is more significant than Earth.

7.  Scientists say that the sun is almost a perfect circle.

8.  A little over 1 million earths could fit inside the sun.

9.  You need the sun to sustain life.

10. The sun can improve the immune system, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality. The sun has many other benefits. Isn’t our sun amazing?

Share a Sun fact or benefit with our viewers?

 

Friends and Family

Last week, our discussion centered around expressing gratitude for items and experiences that begin with the letter E. This week, we invite you to join us in sharing something for which you are thankful that starts with the letter F. Your contributions will help cultivate a spirit of appreciation and reflection.

I feel incredibly thankful for the wonderful Family and Friends in my life! They bring so much joy and support. What about you? Is there something special you’re grateful for that starts with the letter F?

👯‍♀️ From Giggles to Group Hugs: The Magic of Friends & Family

Whether it's your bestie who shares your snack stash or your cousin who joins every kitchen dance party, friends and family add color, comfort, and connection to our everyday lives. They’re like the sprinkles AND the cake.

Let’s unwrap what makes these relationships so special!

Facts about Lyrebird

🎶 The Lyrebird: Nature’s Master Mimic and Musical Marvel

Deep in the forests of eastern Australia lives a bird so talented that it could be mistaken for a sound engineer. The Lyrebird doesn’t just sing, it mimics. And not just other birds. This feathered virtuoso can imitate the sounds of chainsaws, camera shutters, car alarms, and even human voices.

🪶 What Makes the Lyrebird So Unique?