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Pumpkins!

Pumpkins!. Created by Tabitha. www.growinguphomeschooled.com. The Pumpkin’s Name. The pumpkin got its name from the Greek word “ pepon ” which means “large melon.” “ Pepon ” was changed by the French into “pompon.” The English changed "pompon" to “ pumpion .”

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Pumpkins!

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  1. Pumpkins! Created by Tabitha www.growinguphomeschooled.com

  2. The Pumpkin’s Name • The pumpkin got its name from the Greek word “pepon” which means “large melon.” • “Pepon” was changed by the French into “pompon.” • The English changed "pompon" to “pumpion.” • American colonists changed “pumpion” into “pumpkin.” Pepon Pompon Pumpion Pumpkin

  3. To which food group does the pumpkin belong? The fruit food group! Grains Dairy Fruits Vegetables Protein

  4. About the Pumpkin • The pumpkin is from the squash family. • When eaten, pumpkins are a great source of beta carotene which turns to Vitamin A in the body. • Vitamin A is important for eye sight and healthy skin.

  5. Pumpkin Uses While pumpkins are very good for you, the majority of pumpkins are grown for decorating. 90% to 95% of pumpkins in the United States are grown in Illinois.

  6. Some pumpkins are grown as feed for cattle and other animals. Pumpkins are also used for: Cooking – pies, bread, bars and more Extract – treatment for illness Seeds – healthy snacking Pumpkin Seed Oil – cooking or salad dressing

  7. What Pumpkins Look Like The pumpkins you see the most are probably round and orange, but pumpkins actually come in all different colors, shapes, and sizes.

  8. What Pumpkins Look Like Pumpkins can weigh less than one pound. Most pumpkins weigh between 9 and 18 pounds but can weigh much more. The world record pumpkin weighed 1,810 pounds!

  9. Seed Pumpkin Life Cycle Vine Ready! Small Ball Green Pumpkin Flower

  10. Parts of a Pumpkin The inside of the pumpkin contains three parts: • Pulp – the part of the pumpkin you can cook for pie and bread • Brains – the fibrous strands and seeds • Seeds - also called pepitas

  11. How do you like your pumpkin?

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