The Story of Food: Sugar Beets
Grades
3 4 5 6Subjects
Applied/Technical Health Science & TechnologyResource Type
Book
Video
We love sweet snacks! But, did you know that much of Canada's sugar comes from sugar beets? Here in Alberta, Taber homes the only sugar refinery in all of Canada. The process of producing sugar is truly a labour of love. From growing, the process of photosynthesis, to harvesting and extracting the sugar! From here we will also learn about the benefits of sugar (in proportion), and how it gives us the energy to take on each day. Learn more by reading "The Story of Food: Sugar Beets."