Grow.Eat.Repeat. A Love Letter to Black-Eyed Peas by Stacey and Paige Woodson

Paige spends time in a community garden with her mother, learning about plants and their parts. She discovers the cultural significance of Black Eyed Peas, which are part of her family's history. Her mother shares stories of their ancestors and the importance of heirloom seeds. Paige becomes passionate about gardening, eager to preserve her family's legacy and share it with future generations.

Why does Paige enjoy going to the garden despite not liking gardening?

• She wants to learn about plants.

• She enjoys spending time with her mother.

• She loves the fresh air.

• She likes the community garden events.

What does Paige's mother say about the importance of gardening?

• It's a way to connect with nature and a form of liberation.

• It's a way to meet new people.

• It's a fun hobby to pass the time.

• It's a way to make money.

What is the cultural significance of Black Eyed Peas according to Paige's mother?

• They are used in traditional African medicine.

• They are a rare plant found only in Africa.

• They are a symbol of wealth and prosperity.

• They were braided into hair by ancestors and brought to America.

What did Paige's great grandmother Marcelina do with the Black Eyed Peas seeds she found?

• She used them in cooking.

• She gave them to her neighbors.

• She planted them and fell in love with gardening.

• She sold them at a market.

What nutrients do Black Eyed Peas provide?

• Vitamin C and calcium

• Magnesium and zinc

• Potassium, iron, fiber, and protein

• Omega-3 and vitamin D

What is believed to happen if you eat Black Eyed Peas on New Year's Day?

• You will have a long life.

• You will have happiness and joy.

• You will have prosperity and wealth.

• You will have good health.

What did Paige do during the winter months to expand her gardening knowledge?

• She visited botanical gardens.

• She practiced gardening indoors.

• She read books and watched videos about gardening.

• She attended gardening workshops.