At last, it was lunch time and a discussion with local apiarist Heather who talked about bees and pollination, whilst the kids handed round beeswax and perfectly formed honeycomb
At the bus stop Sharon said “We are going to play a game. Going through the alphabet naming fruit and veg. Now who can name a fruit or vegetable beginning with A?” Immediately a little voice called “avocado” someone else “Artichoke” by the time they reached ginger the bus had arrived. It was quite amazing the knowledge of these young people. Back at the library the kids were treated to slices of bread and Heather’s delicious honey whilst they chatted about their trip to the allotment on the last day of their holidays.
Boris from Upper Norwood Library hub commented 'It was a wonderful experience for the young people we work with to go the allotment. it was great for them to get out in the sunshine and see where food comes from. To learn how food is produced and even sample some fresh fruit and vegetables. Thanks to Damien & all at the Felix project for a fantastic experience on the trip out and for all the food donated to us over summer for our Summer HAF project.'
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