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1 Pumpkin Mini Study

2 Created and designed by Debbie Martin Pumpkin Mini Study The Whole Word Publishing The Word, the whole Word and nothing but the Word." Copyright October 2010 by Debbie Martin 3627 D St. Bremerton, Wa All rights reserved. Permission is hereby granted to the individual purchaser to reproduce his book in whole or in part for non commercial individual or classroom use only. Permission is not granted for school wide system wide reproduction of materials. Clip art: Public domain.

3 Pumpkin is a squash of the genus Cucurbita and the family Cucurbitaceae (which also includes gourds). They are typically orange or yellow and also white and have many creases running from the stem to the bottom. They have a thick shell on the outside, with seeds and pulp on the inside. tendril stem skin vine leaves ribs

4 fibrous strands seeds meat seed coat Pumpkin seeds after shelling, roasting, and salting.

The Stem Located on the very top of the pumpkin. It is brown to brownish green, and slightly curved. During the growing season, the stem is attached to the vine.

5 The Stem Located on the very top of the pumpkin. It is brown to brownish green, and slightly curved. During the growing season, the stem is attached to the vine. It is the umbilical cord, bringing nutrients to grow the fruit. The Tendril Sometimes attached to the stem are thin, hairlike "tendrils". During the growing season, tendrils on the vine are green. They twist around objects on the ground to help anchor the vine and protect it from the wind. The Leaves The leaves of a pumpkin absorb energy from the sun for plant and fruit growth. The stem doesn't have leaves. The vine does.

On the outside of a pumpkin, there are indented ridges running from top to bottom. These are called ribs.

6 The Skin and Ribs The thin, shiny, orange outer layer of a pumpkin is called the skin. It is also called the "rind". It is a protective layer to keep insects and disease out of the fruit. It is not edible. On the outside of a pumpkin, there are indented ridges running from top to bottom. These are called ribs. Sometimes, they are shallow. Sometimes, they are deep. The Fibrous Stands Growing from the fibrous strands are pumpkin seeds. The Meat This is the yummy part of the pumpkin that you use to cook with.

7 The Seeds and Seed Coat Seeds are the beginning of next years pumpkins. Seeds are also a delicious and nutritious snack. A pumpkin has hundreds of seeds. The seed coat, also called "seed jacket",. It is the outer layer of the seed. God provides this to protect the nut inside that will eventually emerge into a pumpkin plant. Called Pepita's from Mexican Spanish meaning Pepita de calabaza "little seed of squash." The seeds are also good sources of protein, and the essential minerals. 25 grams of Pepita's (about a US quarter-cup) can provide over 20 per cent of the recommended daily iron intake, as well as zinc, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, copper and potassium. Lightly roasted seeds provide better nutrition than dark ones, as to much heat destroys some of their nutritional value.

"For pottage and puddings and custard and pies, Our pumpkins and parsnip are common supplies: We have pumpkins at morning

" (Those words were spoken in 1639 by a pilgrim describing the hardships of the first coming to America.

Pumpkins are believed to have originated in Central America. Seeds from related plants have been found in Mexico.

8 "For pottage and puddings and custard and pies, Our pumpkins and parsnip are common supplies: We have pumpkins at morning and pumpkins at noon, If it were not for pumpkins, we should be undoon." (Those words were spoken in 1639 by a pilgrim describing the hardships of the first coming to America.) Pumpkins are native to the America and related to squashes, cucumbers, and cantaloupes. Pumpkins are believed to have originated in Central America. Seeds from related plants have been found in Mexico. Native American Indians used pumpkin as a staple in their diets centuries before the pilgrims landed. When white settlers arrived, they saw the pumpkins grown by the Indians. Pumpkin soon became a staple in their diets, too. They also brought seeds

back to Europe, where they quickly became popular. Just like today, early settlers used pumpkins in a wide variety of recipes, from desserts to stews and soups.

9 back to Europe, where they quickly became popular. Just like today, early settlers used pumpkins in a wide variety of recipes, from desserts to stews and soups. In addition to cooking with pumpkins, they also dried the shells and cut strips to weave into mats. The pumpkin pie originated when the colonists cut off the head of the pumpkin top, removed the seeds, and filled the insides with milk, spices, and honey. Then they baked the pumpkin in hot ashes. Also, early colonists used pumpkin meat as an ingredient for the crust of pies, not the filling. Pumpkin Recipe's From the 1700's.

The World's Largest Pumpkin Pie was made in New Bremen, Ohio at the New Bremen Pumpkinfest. It was created on September 25, 2010.

5 pounds of cinnamon, 3 pounds of pumpkin spices, and 525 pounds of sugar.

The worlds largest pumpkin for 2010 was grown by Chris Stevens of New Richmond, Wisconsin. It weighed 1,810.5 pounds!

10 The World's Largest Pumpkin Pie was made in New Bremen, Ohio at the New Bremen Pumpkinfest. It was created on September 25, The pie consisted of 1,212 pounds of pumpkin, 119 gallons of evaporated milk, 2,796 eggs, 7 pounds of salt, 14.5 pounds of cinnamon, 3 pounds of pumpkin spices, and 525 pounds of sugar. The final pie weighed 3,699 pounds and was 20 feet in diameter! The worlds largest pumpkin for 2010 was grown by Chris Stevens of New Richmond, Wisconsin. It weighed 1,810.5 pounds! This beat the 2009 world's record of the world's largest pumpkin which was only 1,725 pounds. Weigh-off competitions for giant pumpkins are a popular festival activity. The Atlantic Giant is the common name for a pumpkin variety bred to produce huge fruit. The uniqueness of this variety

The French adapted this word to pompon, which the British changed to pumpion and later American colonists changed that to the word we use today, "pumpkin.

11 lies in its production of fruits more massive than those produced by any other plant in the world. Fruit can exceed 6 feet (1.8 m) in diameter! The word pumpkin originates from the word pepon, which is Greek for large melon". The French adapted this word to pompon, which the British changed to pumpion and later American colonists changed that to the word we use today, "pumpkin." Pumpkins are have both male and female flowers on the same plant. The female flower is distinguished by the small ovary at the base of the petals which turns into the fruit (or pumpkin). These bright and colorful flowers have extremely short life spans and may only open for as short a time as one day. The color of pumpkins is comes from the orange pigments abundant in them. The main nutrients are lutein, alpha and beta carotene. The beta carotene helps produce vitamin A in the body.

Pumpkins are pollinated by the squash bee and the honey bee.

Pumpkins are grown all around the world for a variety of reasons ranging from agricultural purposes (such as animal feed) to

Out of the seven continents, only Antarctica is unable to produce pumpkins; the biggest international producers of pumpkins include

12 Pumpkins are pollinated by the squash bee and the honey bee. One bee hive per acre is recommended by the United States of America (US) Department of Agriculture for pollinating pumpkins. Pumpkins are grown all around the world for a variety of reasons ranging from agricultural purposes (such as animal feed) to commercial and ornamental sales. Out of the seven continents, only Antarctica is unable to produce pumpkins; the biggest international producers of pumpkins include the United States, Mexico, India and China. The traditional American pumpkin is the Connecticut Field variety. As one of the most popular crops in the United States, 1.5 billion pounds (680,000,000 kilograms) of pumpkins are produced each year! The top pumpkin-producing states in the U.S. include Illinois, Indiana, Ohio,

Pennsylvania and California. According to the Illinois Department of Agriculture, 95% of the U.S. crop intended for processing is grown in Illinois.

13 Pennsylvania and California. According to the Illinois Department of Agriculture, 95% of the U.S. crop intended for processing is grown in Illinois. Nestle produces 85% of the processed pumpkin in the U.S. In the fall of 2008, rain in Illinois devastated the Nestle crop, resulting in a shortage affecting the entire country during the Thanksgiving holiday season. Pumpkins are a warmweather crop that is usually planted in early July. The specific conditions necessary for growing pumpkins require that soil temperatures three inches (7.62 centimeters) deep are at least 60 degrees Fahrenheit (15.5 degrees Celsius) and soil that holds water well. Pumpkin crops may suffer if there is a lack of water or because of cold temperatures and from sandy soil or soil with poor water filtration. Pumpkins are rather hardy, and even if many leaves and portions of the vine are removed or damaged, the plant can very quickly re-grow secondary vines to replace what was removed.

14 Pumpkin seed oil Pumpkin seed oil is a thick, green-red oil that is produced from roasted pumpkin seeds. When used for cooking or as a salad dressing, pumpkin seed oil is generally mixed with other oils because of its strong flavor. It is used in cooking mostly in central and eastern Europe. It is considered a delicacy in Austria, where a little is often added in traditional local cuisine on pumpkin soup and on potato salad. In some restaurants in Vienna, they add a few drops on vanilla ice cream. Pumpkin seed oil contains essential fatty acids that help maintain healthy blood vessels, nerves and tissues. A pumpkin seed oil factory in Europe.

Chucking Pumpkin chucking is a competitive activity in which teams

slingshots are the most common mechanisms.

15 Chucking Pumpkin chucking is a competitive activity in which teams build various mechanical devices designed to throw a pumpkin as far as possible. Catapults, trebuchets, ballistas, air cannons and trebuchet slingshots are the most common mechanisms. Some pumpkin chuckers breed and grow special varieties of pumpkin under specialized conditions to improve the pumpkin's chances of surviving a throw. catapult trebuchet

16 The Frost Is on the Pumpkin By Willie Nemeth The frost is on the pumpkin the trees are lit on fire, As Autumn creeps and daylight dims we don our warm attire. When seasons change the world declares the brilliant artists stroke, Man nor beast can recreate the wonder God hath spoke. Some where in the arctic north the winter tempest swells, Its icy hand will soon extend caressing hill and dale. Fear not dear friend the seasons change stand tall, erect, and strong, The plan that God hath wrought for you will blossom before long. Your waiting will reveal the hand behind the seasons curtain, To clearly show the lords intent where once you were uncertain. The snow will melt on frozen fields the landscape will renew, With time to walk and praise and laugh and sip the morning dew. (This poem is courtesy of

17 For pottage and puddings and custard and pies, Our pumpkins and parsnip are common supplies: We have pumpkins at morning and pumpkins at noon, If it were not for pumpkins, we should be undoon.

18 For pottage and puddings and custard and pies, Our pumpkins and parsnip are common supplies: We have pumpkins at morning and pumpkins at noon, If it were not for pumpkins, we should be undoon.

19 For pottage and puddings and custard and pies, Our pumpkins and parsnip are common supplies: We have pumpkins at morning and pumpkins at noon, If it were not for pumpkins, we should be undoon.

20 For pottage and puddings and custard and pies, Our pumpkins and parsnip are common supplies: We have pumpkins at morning and pumpkins at noon, If it were not for pumpkins, we should be undoon.

21 For pottage and puddings and custard and pies, Our pumpkins and parsnip

22 are common supplies: We have pumpkins at morning and pumpkins at noon, If it were not for

23 pumpkins, we should be undoon.

24 For pottage and puddings and custard and pies, Our pumpkins and parsnip are common supplies: We have pumpkins at

25 morning and pumpkins at noon, If it were not for pumpkins, we should be undoon.

26 For pottage and puddings and custard and pies, Our pumpkins and parsnip are common supplies: We have

27 pumpkins at morning and pumpkins at noon, If it were not for pumpkins, we should be undoon.

28 Pumpkins Optional Questions 1. Pumpkin is a squash of the genus and the family (which also includes gourds). 2. Describe the following parts of a pumpkin: The stem: The tendril: The leaves:

29 The skin and ribs: The fibrous stands: The meat: The seeds and seed coat: 3. What is a pumpkin seed called in Spanish:

30 4. The pumpkin pie originated when the cut off the head of the pumpkin top, removed the seeds, and filled the insides with,, and. Then they baked the pumpkin in hot ashes. Also, early colonists used pumpkin meat as an ingredient for the crust of pies, not the filling. 5. Where was the worlds largest pumpkin pie made? 6. How much did the world's largest pumpkin pie weigh and how many feet in diameter was it? 7. How much did the world's largest pumpkin weigh? 8. What is the variety of pumpkin that produces huge fruit?

31 9. What two bees pollinate pumpkins? 10. How many pounds of pumpkin are produced each year in the United States? 11. Name the five states that produce the most pumpkin. 12. Pumpkin seed oil contains essential fatty acids that help maintain, and. 13. What is pumpkin chucking?

Pumpkins Now and Then

Ag in 10 Minutes a Day! Pumpkins Now and Then Pumpkins and American History Native American Indians used pumpkin as an important part of their diets many years before the Pilgrims landed. Native Americans