Activity

1. Vegetables are good sources of fiber, vitamins and minerals. FACT

2. One important vitamin we get from vegetables is Vitamin A. FACT

3. Vitamin A keeps our eyes and skin healthy. FACT

4. We only get Vitamin A from carrots. FICTION

5. Fruits are good sources of fiber, vitamins and minerals. FACT

6. One important vitamin we get from fruits is Vitamin D. FICTION

7. One important vitamin we get from fruits is Vitamin C. FACT

8. A good source of Vitamin C are citrus fruits like oranges. FACT

9. Vitamin C helps our cuts to heal. FACT

10. Fruits and vegetables should make up only 1⁄4 of your plate. FICTION

11. Fruits and vegetables should make up 1⁄2 of your plate. FACT

12. Boys and girls your age should eat 21⁄2 cups of vegetables each day. FACT

13. Boys and girls your age should eat 11⁄2 cups of fruits each day. FACT

14. Sweet potatoes grow mostly in the winter. FACT

15. Apples grow mostly in the spring. FICTION

16. Apples grow mostly in the fall. FACT

17. Watermelons grow mostly in the summer. FACT

18. Strawberries grow mostly in the spring. FACT

19. Before preparing any food, we should wash our hands. FACT

20. We need to wash our hands for at least 10 seconds. FICTION

21. We need to wash our hands for at least 20 seconds. FACT

22. Fruits and vegetables are low in fat and calories. FACT

23. Fruits & vegetables come in a variety of colors & we should try to eat all the colors each day. FACT

24. A hamburger is a vegetable. FICTION

25. We are all going to try to eat more fruits and vegetables. FACT