March 2020
Welcome Fruit and Vegetable Detectives!
Find all the clues that lead to a tasty reward!
Discover California Dried Plums
Video (3:42 minutes)
Dried Plums or Prunes?
In 2001, prunes changed their name to dried plums hoping people would try the fruit.
In 2019, dried plums changed their name back to prunes! Embracing the name and celebrating the fruit that many love!
Why are dried plums good for us?
Dried plums are rich in vitamins and minerals that help your brain and muscles stay healthy!
Did you know?
California is the world leader in dried plums!�We grow….
65% of the world’s supply and 99% of the US supply
How do dried plums grow?
Fresh plums that turn into prunes grow best in the the hot weather of summer.
At the end of summer, they are mechanically harvested and dried.
They are then packed and shipped all over the world!
How can I eat more dried plums?
Dried Plum Pinwheels
Ingredients
Directions
Recipe adapted from: www.californiaprunes.org
Servings: 4 Serving size: ½ tortilla
We Love Snacks!
We need snacks to give us energy and nutrients to help us learn and play…
How to choose a healthy snack:
Focus on the five food groups.
Choose a snack with TWO food groups.
*What do you like to eat for snacks? List two healthy snacks you can try this week?
You did it!
Enjoy your delicious reward… a dried plum (prune)!
How did you like dried plums?
| I like it | I am not sure if I like it | I did not like it | I will try this again | Why is it good for me? |
Kiwis | | | | | |
Radishes | | | | | |
Dried Plums | | | | | |
Cucumbers | | | | | |
Grapes & Raisins | | | | | |
Until next time detectives...
Keep trying new fruits and vegetables!