From Maple Trees to Maple Syrup (First Facts. from Farm to Table)
First facts. Series
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What’s inside...
Introduces the basic concepts of food production, distribution, and consumption by tracing the production of maple syrup from maple trees to maple syrup.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-6
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think the sap from maple trees turns into maple syrup?
Why do you think maple syrup is mostly made in certain parts of the world?
What other foods can we make from plants that grow near us?
Can you describe the process of making maple syrup as mentioned in the book?
How do you think the weather affects the maple syrup production?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use visual aids such as pictures or diagrams to help your child understand the process of syrup production.
Relate the syrup-making process to cooking activities you might do together at home to make the information more relatable.
Discuss the importance of natural resources and how they provide us with food, using maple syrup as an example.
Encourage your child to think critically by asking them what would happen if we didn’t have maple trees.
After reading, consider experimenting together by trying different types of syrup and discussing their tastes and textures.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the process of food production
Explanation: The book explains the step-by-step process of how maple syrup is made from collecting sap from maple trees to the final product.
Real-World Application: Children will learn to appreciate the effort involved in creating the foods they enjoy and understand the importance of agriculture in daily life.
Example Lesson: Importance of patience and diligence
Explanation: Making maple syrup is depicted as a time-intensive process that requires waiting and careful attention, demonstrating the values of patience and diligence.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these values in their academic pursuits or when learning new skills, understanding that effort and time are necessary for achieving great results.
Example Lesson: Respect for nature and sustainable practices
Explanation: The book highlights how sap is collected in a way that does not harm the maple trees, emphasizing sustainability and respect for the environment.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of interacting with nature responsibly and can encourage them to practice and promote sustainability in their own lives.
Example Lesson: Value of local produce
Explanation: By focusing on the production of maple syrup, a product often locally sourced, the book highlights the benefits of consuming and supporting local products.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and choose local products, understanding their impact on supporting local communities and economies.