This lesson gives kids a delicious, hands-on way to remember a
simple phrase that will help boost their fruit and vegetable
intake. To introduce the importance of eating a rainbow of
colors of fruits and vegetables while emphasizing and
celebrating a seasonal harvest. - a variety of vegetables and
fruits in five color groups: red, orange/yellow, green,
blue/purple and white - bamboo kabob skewers - napkins or paper
towels - mixing bowl - paper cups - toppings for snacks: yogurt
or whipped topping; salad dressing - Access to or materials
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Produce Everyone knows that fruits and vegetables are important
components of a healthy diet. They contain essential vitamins,
minerals, and fiber along with other health-boosting chemicals
known as phytonutrients that are linked to benefits such as
reduced risk of stroke, cancer, and heart disease. Although
young gardeners (and most older ones, for that matter!) may not
remember which phytonutrient provide what sort