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The Watermelon Seed
A crocodile loves watermelon…. until he accidentally swallows a seed and imagines the funniest things that might happen next. This delightful story is perfect for encouraging imagination and playful storytelling.
National
Watermelon Day
Learning Adventure
Celebrate one of summer's sweetest treats with stories, books, and family fun!
Curated by Laela
You're one in a melon!
π Quick Factsπ
August 3πΊπΈ Celebrated in the United States
Why We Celebrate
National Watermelon Day celebrates the refreshing fruit that's become a symbol of summer picnics, backyard barbecues, and sunny afternoons. It's the perfect day to enjoy a juicy slice while letting your imagination grow just as big!
Did You Know?
Watermelons are about 92% water, making them one of the most refreshing fruits to enjoy on a hot summer day.
Adventure Highlights
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Write
One morning, you discover that the watermelon in your garden has grown as big as your house! What do you do with it? What surprising adventures follow?
Need ideas?
Think about how your giant watermelon changes your neighborhood. Could it become a fort, a playground, a boat… or even attract visitors from around the world?
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Family Fun
Bring It to Life!
Cool off with our Marshmelon Ice Cream activity from our Summer Journaling ideas! Then invent your own outrageous watermelon-inspired dessert and give it a fun, creative name.
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π Adventure Trails
Every adventure has another path to follow. Choose a trail and see where your curiosity leads!
Travel Trail: Watermelons Around the World
Watermelons are grown on every continent except Antarctica! Explore where different varieties grow best and discover how people enjoy this juicy fruit in different cultures.
Wonder Challenge:
Why do you think watermelons thrive in warm climates, and where would you most like to taste one fresh from the field?
History Trail: An Ancient Fruit
People have been growing watermelons for thousands of years. They were even entombed with Egyptian pharaohs!
Wonder Challenge:
Why do you think certain foods became important symbols in different cultures throughout history?
Science Trail: Seeds, Vines, and Growth
A tiny watermelon seed can grow into a sprawling vine that produces enormous fruit. Learn how plants use sunlight, water, and pollinators to create one of summer’s favorite treats.
Wonder Challenge:
What are all the steps between planting a watermelon seed and harvesting a ripe watermelon?
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