Apple Smiles
Apples are one of the most widely consumed fruits in the world!
Johnny Appleseed was an interesting character who earned his name by planting apple trees across Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois.
These happy smiles are an easy treat to make with fresh apples!
Ingredients / Tools
- Fresh red apples
- mini marshmallows
- peanut butter
Preparation
- Slice the apples, leaving the skin on.
- Spread one side of each apple slice with a smear of peanut butter
- Stick marshmallows onto the peanut butter, and sandwich with another apple slice to make a toothy grin that is yummy to crunch!
Conversation Ideas
- Why should we eats lots of fruits and vegetables?
- What other fruits can you name?
- What sort of plant does an apple grow on? (tree)
- Why is planting trees good for our environment?
learn more about apples
learn about Johnny Appleseed
US Apple Association’s Kid Page
