Watermelon Pops
[15 Minutes]
The watermelon is native to Africa. The most popular variety found in America averages 15 to 35 pounds. All parts of the watermelon can be used. Pickled rinds and toasted seeds are favorites in many parts of the world. Choose a watermelon that is symmetrical and without flat spots. Watermelon is a good source of vitamin A and vitamin C. It is a welcome thirst quencher on a hot summer day.
You'll need:
• seedless watermelon • orange juice • water • blender • Popsicle sticks or small plastic spoons • small paper cups • plastic knife
What to do:
- If possible, print out these directions. Read them through with your child before you begin.
- With your child, gather everything you'll need.
- Using a plastic knife, help your child cut 1 cup of seedless watermelon into small chunks.
- Let him blend the watermelon chunks, 1 cup orange juice, and 1 cup water together in a blender.
- Carefully pour the mixture into small paper cups.
- Let your child place the filled paper cups into the freezer.
- When the pops are partially frozen, encourage your child to poke a Popsicle stick or small plastic spoon into each cup to make handles.
- Return the pops to the freezer until they are frozen.
- When it's time to eat the pops, pour warm water over the bottom of the cups to remove them.
- Together with your child, enjoy this refreshing treat on a hot summer day.
Let's Talk: Ideas to Explore Together.
- What do you think will happen when we put the filled cups in the freezer?
- What color do you think the pops will be?
- What do you think they will taste like?
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