4 KG presents

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4 KG presents
5 A Day
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Bibliography Dole Food Company, Inc. "Adventure
Theatre." 5 A Day Adventures. CD-ROM. 1 discs.
Rel. 1997.     Blacksburg, VA Interactive Design
Development, 1997.
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Raisins
By Brendan
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• Facts
• California produces over 95 of all raisins
  eaten in the United States.
• Raisins are actually dried grapes.
• Raisins are convenient and sweet.

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Missionaries brought grapes to California in
the mid late 1800s.The top producers in the
world are Mexico Chile Turkey.Raisins grow in
California.My fruit is good for me because it is
a very handful snack.
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Watermelon
ByBrent D.
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• Facts

• Watermelons are planted by seed each year.
• Watermelon vines spread way out in the garden.
• There are over 50 varieties of watermelons.
• Egyptians pictures show watermelons.

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The top producers of watermelons in the world
are Mexico,California,and Florida.Watermelons
were first grown in Africa. Watermelons are high
in vitamin C.And a good source of vitamin A.
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Raspberry
By Brett R.
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• Facts
• Raspberries are a favorite dessert
• Wild red raspberries are native to the northern
  states
• Raspberries can grow year after year without
  having to be replanted
• You can add raspberries to your cereal, fat free
  frozen yogurt, and fruit salad

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Raspberries top producers in the world are the
countries of Canada And Chile. But Canada is the
number one top producer of the world.
Raspberries grow in the United States in the
states of California, Washington, and Oregon. But
California is the number one top producer in the
United States. The first red raspberries were
cultivated in Europe. Raspberries are high in
vitamin C and Fiber.One half-cup equals one
serving of your five a day.
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Mango
ByJessica
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• Facts
• Mangoes grow in tropical regions around the
  world.
• ¾ of the worlds mangoes are grown in Asia.
• A ripe mango has a wonderful fragrant smell.

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My fruit was first grown in Florida in 1860.
Mexico is the top producers of Mangoes. Mangoes
also grow in the United States. Did you know that
Mangoes are high in vitamins especially in
vitamin A.
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Blueberry
By Clare
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Facts

• Since 1985, blueberries have become very popular
• Half of the blueberries grown are used in foods
  like bread, muffins,pancake, and jellies.
• Almost all the blueberries in the world are
  grown in North America
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The top producers are New Zealand, Chile, and
Canada. The producers in the United States are
Michigan, New Jersey, Washington, North Carolina,
Florida, and Oregon. Blueberries are a good
source of fiber and vitamin C.
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Orange
By Hayley G.
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• Facts
• The U.S. grows the best sweet oranges in the
  world.

• The heaviest oranges are the juiciest!

• Valencia and Navel are to popular kinds of
  oranges.

• Lots of oranges are made into orange juice.

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The top producers of oranges in the world are
Spain and Japan. Oranges grow in Arizona in the
United States. Oranges are good for me because
the are high in Vitamin C and also they are high
in fiber.
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By Anthony
Grapefruit
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• Facts
• U.S. produces more grapefruit than any other
  country.
• Grapefruit is a citrus fruit like
  oranges,tangerines, lemons, and limes.
• Grapefruit can be yellow, pink, or ruby in color.
• warm climates.

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The top producers of grapefruit in the world are
the Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, and the Dominican
Republic. The top producer in the United States
are Florida. Grapefruit is high in Vitamin C and
a good source of Vitamin A. One-half a grapefruit
equals one serving of your five a day.
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Banana
ByJimmy P.
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• Facts
• Bananas were one of the first fruits to be
  discovered.
• They grow in the tropical regions in the world.
• They have good sources of vitamins C and D.
• And they make a good snack.

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The top producers of bananas are Mexico and
South America.It doesnt grow in the United
States.And Bananas have good sources of vitamins
C and D fiber and potassium.

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Peach
Michael B.
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• Facts
• Peaches have been grown since prehistoric times.
• Spaniards brought peaches to America.
• The top producer in the United States is
  California.

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The top peach producers in the world is
California.
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• Facts

Peach
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Papaya
By Kathy
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• Facts
• Some cultures call the papaya tree the medical
  tree because its seeds and leaves have been used
  to make medicine.
• Papayas have been grown for the market in since
  the 1920s.

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• Mexico, and Jamaica are the top producers of
  Papayas in the world.
• It grows in Florida.
• There good for me because there high in Vitamin C.

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Strawberries
By Nicholas S.
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• Facts
• Strawberries make a sweet juicy snack.
• There are over 200 seeds on the outside of every
  strawberries.
• Strawberries are good for you.

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The top producers in the world are Mexico and
Colombia and it grows in California,
Florida,Michigan.Strawberries are healthy
because it has high in fiber and vitamin C and A.
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Tangerine
By Nicole F.
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• Facts
• There are many different varieties of
  tangerines.
• Tangerines are one type of manderin oranges.
• Tangerines are citrus fruits, like oranges,
  grapefruit, lemons, and limes.
• Tangerines were introduced to Europe in 1805.

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The top producers of tangerines are Mexico,
Dominican Republic, Spain, and Morocco.
Tangerines also grow in the United States.
Tangerines are high in Vitamin C, a good source
of fiber and a source of other vitamins and
minerals.
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Dates
By Patrick B
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• Facts
• Dates are actually fresh fruits and are
  available all year.
• They are known to be candy that grow from trees.
• Dates grow in the middle east.

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The top producers in the world for dates is the
middle east. Dates do not grow in America. Dates
are high in fiber and only four Dates is one of
your five a day!

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Pear
By Patrick H.
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• Facts
• Pears are ripe when slightly soft.
• Some say that pears were used as food for stone
  age people.
• There are thousands of varieties of pears.
• Pears ripen better off the tree and from inside
  out.
• The top producing country is Chile.

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The top producers of pears in the world are
Canada, Argentina, New Zealand,and the top
producer is Chile. Pears grow in the United
States and the top producers are California,
Washington, and Oregon. Pears are a good source
of fiber, vitamin C, and other vitamins and
minerals.

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Apple
By Sara R.
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• Facts
• Apples are a convenient ready - to - eat snack.
• If you planted 100 seeds from the same tree,all
  trees would be the same.
• There are thousands of varieties of apples,and
  they all taste different.
• Apples were known to ancient cave dwellers.
• Early Americans brought apple seeds from Europe.

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The top producers of apples in the world are
Canada, Chile, Argentina, New Zealand, and
Australia.Apples do grow in the United States.
Apples are a good source of fiber.They are also a
good source of other vitamins and minerals.
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Cherries
By Matt.M
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• Facts
• Cherries are grown throughout the U.S.
• Bing cherries are the most common cherry grown.
• Look for plump, glossy cherries with stems.

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The top producer of cherries in the world is
Canada. Cherries are grown in Washington, U.S.A .
Cherries are a good source of fiber other
Vitamins and minerals.
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Cantaloupe
By Shannon

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• Facts
• Cantaloupes grow best in hot, dry climates.
• Cantaloupes are sweet and are good for desserts.
• The top producers in the U.S is California.
• Cantaloupes originated in Italy.

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The top producers in
the world is Mexico.Cantaloupe does grow in the
United States.Cantaloupe is high in vitamin A
vitamin C.
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Apple
By Tim . G.
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Facts
. Apples are a convenient ready to eat snack. .
There are thousands of apples , and they all
taste different .
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Early Americans brought apple seeds from
Europe . Canada and Australia are the worlds top
producers . Apples are grown in Washington and
many other states . They are a good source of
fiber .
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Kiwi
By Joe B.
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• Facts
• Named for the kiwi bird of New Zealand.
• Used to be called Chinese gooseberry.
• Kiwis grow on a vine!
• The fuzzy kiwi skin is edible!

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The top producers of kiwi in the world are
Italy, New Zealand, and Chile. Kiwi only grows in
California and Illinois. It has a high source of
vitamin C. A good source of Fiber. And a good
source of other vitamins and minerals.
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Mango
By Karyn
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• Facts
• Mangoes grow in tropical regions around the world
• ¾ of the worlds mangoes are grown in Asia
• A ripe mango has a wonderful fragrant smell.

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Mangoes have been grown in India for more then
4,000 years.Mangoes are native to southeast
Asia.Mangoes were first grown in Florida in
1860.The top producers in the world are Brazil
and Mexico.Mangoes grow in the United States,
they grow in Florida.Mangoes are high in vitamin
A,A good source of vitamin C,and a good source of
other vitamins and minerals.1/2 of a mango counts
as one serving of your 5 a day.
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Grapes
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Facts

• Grapes are an easy,sweet, juicy snack or
  dessert.
• Seedless grapes are even easier to eat.
• Grapes are grown for eating.

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The top producer in the world is
California.Grapes do grow in the United States.
They mostly grow in Chile. My fruit is good for
me because it is high in vitamin C.Also grapes
are good because you can feed them to your pet if
you have one.
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Vegetables
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Beans
By Abby
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• Facts
• Fresh green beans are best when eaten right
  away.
• .Small beans are more tender.
• The Native Americans planted corn and beans
  together.
• The corn acted as a support for the beans to
  climb on.

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The top producers in the world are Mexico and
Canada. It does grow in the United States. Beans
are a good source of fiber. They are also a good
source of vitamins and minerals.
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Spinach
By Andrius
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• Facts
• Spinach is the sweetest vegetable of the leafy
  green family.
• Spinach grows very good in sandy soil.
• Spinach is one of the most nutritious vegetable
  available.

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The top producer of spinach is Mexico. It also
grows in the United States. Spinach is high in
vitamin A, C, and high in fiber.
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Carrot
By Andy
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• Facts
• Carrots are versatile,available year round and
  are roots.
• Carrots are crunchy,delicious snacks and are used
  for good eyesight.
• Its color tells it is a super source of vitamin a.

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The top producer of carrots is
U.S. It grows in middle Asia.Its high in vitamin
A.
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Cauliflower
By Annette
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Facts

• The name cauliflower means cabbage flour.
• When growing, protect the head from the sun to
  keep it snowy white.
• Other members of the cabbage family include
  broccoli, cabbage , and Brussels sprouts.
• A new variety, green cauliflower, is a cross
  between broccoli and white cauliflower.

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The top producers are Mexico.It grows in the
United States.My vegetable is good for you
because its high in vitamin c and a source of
other vitamins and minerals.
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Sweet Potato
By Annie
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• Facts
• Sweet potatoes are moist flesh.
• Sweet potatoes are one of the most nutritious
  vegetables.
• A sweet potatoe is root plant.

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My vegetable originated in Africa. Its been
grown in the southern U.S. since 1648. In 1647
it was imported from Eastern Africa. The top
producers in the world is North America. My
vegetable is high in vitamins A and C. It is
also a high source in fiber. The sweet potatoe is
a root plant. A root plant means that it is
grown under ground.
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celery
ByBilly O.
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• Facts
• Celery is a quick and crunchy snack.
• You can eat lots of celery because its so low in
  calories.
• Celery is available in stores year round.

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My vegetable comes a far away land that is
called Canada,Mexico,and Guatemala.Also celery is
a quick and crunchy snack. You can eat lots of
celery because its so low in calories. Celery
is available in stores year round. Celery came
from the Mediterranean countries Ancient Greeks
used celery as an award in sports contests .Also
celery is a good source of Vitamin C and a good
source of vitamins and minerals.Two stalks equal
one serving of your five a day.

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Radishes
By Jeff H.
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• Facts
• Radishes are ancient vegetables.
• Radishes are available year around.
• The word radish means root in Latin.

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The top producers of radishes are Chile and
Mexico. It grows in the United States mostly in
California.The thing that is healthy for you is
radishes are high in vitamin C. Radishes a
source of other vitamin and minerals.
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corn
ByJimmy N
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• Facts
• Most corn grown is the super sweet kind.
• As many as 200 varieties of corn are grown in
  the U.S.
• My kernels can be yellow,white or both colors.

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A good source of vitamin C. The top producers in
the world is Canada . The U.S grows corn. The top
producer is Canada.
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Collards
By Katherine N.
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• Facts
• Collards are a member of the cabbage family.
• Collards are available year-round.
• Collards grow as individual leaves.
• The Romans named collards Acephalameaning
  without a head.
• The top producer is Mexico.

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The top producer of collards is Mexico.Collards
grow in the United States.Collards are good for
you because it contains vitamin A and C.
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Asparagus
By Mary
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• Facts
• Taste the very best when you eaten fresh.
• Florists use our frilly ferns in flower
  arrangements.
• Asparagus cannot be stored for a long time.

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Asparagus can not be stored for a long time, the
very best when you eaten fresh. Florists use our
frilly ferns in arrangements. Asparagus cant be
stored for a long time.
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Broccoli
By Michael C.
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• Facts
• Broccoli is a favorite of the ancient Romans.
• The fuzzy tops of broccoli are really flower
  buds.
• The name broccoli comes from the word brocco.
• broccoli was originated in Italy and America.

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The worlds top producers of broccoli are
Mexico and Costa Rica. Broccoli does grow in the
United States and some of these states are
California, Colorado, Washington, and Alabama.
Broccoli is high in fiber, vitamins A and C, and
full of minerals and should be recommended. Also,
most broccoli is used in salads.
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Tomato
By. Peter M
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• Facts
• The worlds top producer of tomatoes is
  Mexico.
• Tomatoes are high in vitamins a and c.
• Tomatoes are grown in Florida and California.

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