Michael and the Garden of Green Bites

Ages 3–5

When Michael discovers a magical packet of seeds, he learns that tending to a garden makes every vegetable a delicious, crunchy reward for a job well done.

Engaging children in the process of growing their own food is a wonderful way to encourage curiosity and excitement about trying new, healthy vegetables.

Michael looked at his plate. A tiny green pea sat there. he pushed it away. "I don't like green things," Michael told the kitchen table. "They are just for bugs."

Buzzy the bee flew into the kitchen. He hummed a happy song. "Green things are magic!" Buzzy buzzed. "They grow from the earth to make you tall and strong."

Buzzy led Michael to the backyard. He showed him a packet of seeds. "These are not just green things," Buzzy said. "These are tiny, sleeping gardens waiting for you."

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