National Geographic Kids: Seed, Sprout, Pumpkin, Pie

Why do you like pumpkins? Pumpkin pie? Pumpkin seeds? Jack-O-Lanterns? Learn all about why they are so special!

By: Jill Esbaum

Discovery Questions

Look at the pictures on pages six and seven. Which type of pumpkin is your favorite? Why? What could you do with it? Talk about it with a parent.
Pumpkins contain seeds. Some people roast and eat them. What other foods contain seeds that people eat? Make a list of them. See if a parent can help add to your list!
With the help of a parent research pumpkins. Are they a fruit or a vegetable? Where can they be grown? How long do they take to grow?
With the help of a parent find a recipe that uses pumpkin. It could be pie, cake, soup, bread, cookies, and even dog treats! Have an adult help you make this!

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