Battle Asparagus officinalis is on, and millions and millions of children across America just freaked out.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker notes that many children in America are afraid of asparagus, referring to it by its scientific name.
- In plain terms
- Many children are afraid of asparagus.
- What can you take from it?
- Children often have specific fears about certain foods.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do children dislike vegetables?
- How do you introduce new foods?
Another view
This is a generalization that may not apply to all children.
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