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  What am I?I am a small, round fruit that is known for my soft skin and sweet, juicy flesh inside. I am often enjoyed as a snack. I'm related to roses and other summer fruits. I have a pit on the inside, which makes me a stone fruit. Can you guess what I am?  Where I growI am native to Asia and very popular in the Middle East. I'm now grown in many different parts of the world, including Turkey, Iran, and California, USA. For 4,000 years, I've been cultivated (farmed). I am a summer fruit that needs plenty of warmth and sunshine to grow and ripen. I am grown on a tree and can be found in a variety of colors, from yellow to orange to red.  After I'm pickedAfter I'm picked, I am usually allowed to ripen for a few days at room temperature. When I am ripe, my flesh will be soft and juicy, and my skin will be easy to peel off. Then, I can be eaten fresh, dried, or used in a variety of recipes.  Did you guess... ApricotEspañol: albaricoque Did you guess that I am an apricot? That's right! Apricots are a delicious summer fruit that are perfect for snacking or adding to your favorite recipes. They have a sweet, tangy flavor that's hard to resist. Try it fresh or dried! Watch the video to learn more! Feed your food curiosity! Snackster Sam provides fun and educational content about food that grows. Join the adventure. Download the Snackster Sam app from Google Play or the App Store!
  What am I?I am an exotic fruit that is known for my spiky orange skin and jelly-like green flesh inside. I have a unique flavor that is often described as a mix between cucumber, banana, and lime. Can you guess what I am?  Where I growI grow in warm, subtropical regions like Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. I am usually grown on a vine and need plenty of sunshine and water to grow big and juicy. I am also a very strong fruit that can withstand drought and high temperatures.  After I'm pickedAfter I'm picked, I am usually allowed to ripen at room temperature for a few days. When I am ripe, my skin will turn from green to a bright orange color, and my flesh will become soft and jelly-like. Then, I can be cut open and eaten, or used in a variety of dishes, like salads, smoothies, and desserts.  Did you guess... KiwanoEspañol: kiwano Did you guess that I am the kiwano? That's right! Kiwano is a unique and exotic fruit that is not very well-known, but it's definitely worth trying. It has a refreshing taste that's perfect for hot summer days. So next time you see a spiky, orange fruit at the grocery store, give it a try! Watch the video to learn more! Feed your food curiosity! Snackster Sam provides fun and educational content about food that grows. Join the adventure. Download the Snackster Sam app from Google Play or the App Store!
  What am I?I am a vegetable that is known for my bright orange color and crunchy texture. I wasn't always orange though... I was originally white, purple, red, and yellow. It wasn't until the 1600s that the orange variety became popular. Kids not only like me, bunnies do too! Can you guess what I am?  Where I growI grow in the ground. I was first farmed in the country Afghanistan around 900 AD. I grow in many different parts of the world, including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. I am usually grown in soil that is well-drained and loose, so that I can grow deep into the ground. I also need plenty of sunlight and water to grow big and healthy. My flowers attract pollinators like bees making me an important root vegetable in the garden.  After I'm pickedAfter I'm picked, I am usually washed and trimmed before being sent to grocery stores or markets. There are a lot of ways to eat me. I can be eaten raw, cooked, and juiced! I can even be added to baked foods, like cake. You might find me in Easter baskets or in fun Easter crafts.  Did you guess... carrotsEspañol: zanahoria Did you guess that I am a carrot? Did you know that the baby carrots at the store are just carrots that are cut into smaller pieces? Watch the video to learn more. Feed your food curiosity! Snackster Sam provides fun and educational content about food that grows. Join the adventure. Download the Snackster Sam app from Google Play or the App Store!
  What am I?I am an exotic fruit that is known for my bright colors and unique appearance. My skin is covered in scales, and I have a sweet, refreshing taste that many people love. Can you guess what I am?  Where I growI'm native to Central and South America. As I've become a more popular fruit, I am grown in more warm, tropical regions around the world like, California, Hawaii, Florida, South-East Asia, the Caribbean, Australia and more! I don't grow on a tree, I grow on a cactus that can grow up to 20 feet tall!  After I'm pickedAfter I'm picked, I am usually allowed to ripen at room temperature for a few days. When I am ripe, my skin will turn from a bright green to a bright pink or yellow, depending on the variety. Then, I can be cut open and eaten, or used in a variety of dishes, like smoothie bowls, salads, and desserts.  Did you guess... Dragon fruitEspañol: pitaya Dragon fruit is a delicious and refreshing fruit. Next time you see a scaly, bright pink or yellow fruit at the grocery store or at a restaurant, give it a try! Dragon Fruit FactsDragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is a type of cactus that grows in warm, tropical climates. The plant has beautiful, bright pink or red skin and white or pink flesh with black seeds. Dragon fruit is a popular and tasty fruit that is good for you because it is high in vitamins and minerals. Dragon fruit cacti have long, vine-like stems that can grow up to 20 feet in length. The stems have small, spiky thorns and large, waxy leaves. The cactus plants produce beautiful, white flowers that have a sweet, floral scent. The flowers bloom at night and are pollinated by bats or insects.  After the flowers bloom, they produce a small, green fruit that gradually grows and ripens into a large, pink or red fruit. It can take several months for the fruit to fully ripen, and when it is ready to be harvested, it falls off the plant and onto the ground.  Dragon fruit is a delicious and healthy snack that is easy to grow in warm, sunny climates. If you want to try growing your own dragon fruit, you will need to start with a small plant or cutting. Plant the cutting in well-draining soil and water it regularly. Make sure the plant gets plenty of sunlight and keep it in a warm, sheltered spot. With a little bit of care and attention, you can enjoy fresh, juicy dragon fruit from your own backyard!  Feed your food curiosity! Snackster Sam provides fun and educational content about food that grows. Join the adventure. Download the Snackster Sam app from Google Play or the App Store!
Looking for an easy way to get your toddler or young child into the kitchen? Great! Cooking with your children is one of the simplest ways to encourage healthy eating and getting kids to try new foods. Plus, they stop asking "when will it be time to eat" because they can see the meal being created! Now if only we could limit the incessant "are we there yet" on a roadtrip.
So you've decided you need a cookbook to get your kids in the kitchen. That's a great idea! There really is nothing else that brings a family together in the kitchen than working through a cookbook. Plus, you can jot notes, collect cooking stains on the pages, and pass it down to the next generation. At Snackster Sam, we're all about trying new foods that grow. We've tried many cookbooks catered to toddlers and young kids, and here are our favorites. Little Helpers Toddler Cookbook
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