Your child may know about the names of some common fruits, but do they know which fruit comes in which season? Probably not. That is why they often come up without a request to eat a summer fruit in a winter season and vice-versa. Therefore, we must teach our kids which fruit comes in which season.
To make it easy for you to teach your child, in this article, we have covered the name of winter fruits in English. We have also mentioned the benefits of eating these nutritious fruits along with their short description.
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Continue reading to learn about winter season fruit names for kindergarten kids.
List Of Winter Fruits Names And Their Benefits For Kids
It is not possible for children to know all winter fruit names. To make it easy for children, we have covered the names of some common seasonal fruits of winter with pictures below. Let’s take a look at them.
1. Pineapple
An edible fruit that is pale yellow to golden in colour from the inside. You can have this fruit in raw, dried, barbequed and juice forms.
Benefits:
- Excellent source of Vitamin C.
- Loaded with essential vitamins and minerals.
- Helps in digestion.
2. Cranberry
Really small fruit with ruby undertones, Cranberries are bitter in taste and are traditionally sweetened and cooked or sweetened and dried to reduce their bitterness.
Benefits:
- Improves eyesight.
- Keep blood pressure in control.
- Protects against liver diseases.
3. Orange
A fruit with juicy, pulpy flesh, which is orange in colour.
Benefits:
- Helps fight anaemia.
- Give boosts to the immune system.
- Great source of Vitamin C.
4. Grapefruit
A citrus fruit known for its sweet-tart taste. The interior flesh of Grapefruit is segmented and varies in colour from pale yellow to dark pink.
Benefits:
- High in Vitamin C.
- Good for gut health.
- Excellent for heart health.
5. Pear
Pears are yellowish-brownish-greenish in colour. They are edible fruits that are narrow at the stalk and wider towards the base.
Benefits:
- Improves bone health.
- Reduces inflammation.
- Improves blood circulation.
6. Pomegranate
A round red fruit, densely packed with crunchy, juicy edible seeds called arils.
Benefits:
- Help reduce inflammation.
- Loaded with beneficial nutrients.
- Helps in digestion.
7. Apple
A fruit with pale yellow flesh, Apples come in a variety of colours, like red, green and golden. It can be eaten with or without its skin.
Benefits:
- Assist in weight loss.
- Promotes gut health.
- Keeps heart healthy.
8. Kiwi
A small oval fruit with light brown peel-able skin and light green or golden flesh. The fruit has rows of tiny, black, edible seeds inside.
Benefits:
- Rich source of Vitamin C.
- Helps in digestion.
- Boosts immunity.
9. Guava
An oval-shaped fruit which is green or yellow in colour. It has seeds which are edible.
Benefits:
- Treats constipation.
- Excellent source of Vitamin A.
- Helps in weight loss.
10. Tangerines
A citrus fruit that is orange in colour. The fruit is easy to peel and has fresh juicy pulp inside.
Benefits:
- Improves digestive health.
- Boosts immune system.
- Improves brain function.
Easy And Effective Ways For Getting Your Kid To Eat Winter Fruits
Now that you know the names of fruits that grow in winter, it is time to learn about how to get your child to eat these highly nutritious fruits.
1. Fruit Juice/Smoothies
If your child shows tantrums when you give them fruits to eat, you can simply take out the juice of the fruits and give it to your child. You can even make yummy fruit smoothies, and we bet your little one will love them.
2. Fruit Shape
Kids are fascinated by shapes and love to eat fruits cut in different shapes. So, be a little experimental while cutting fruits for your child. You can even use fruit shape cutters available in the market.
3. Take Your Child Fruit Shopping
Take your child to pick fruits they would like to eat. Let them decide which seasonal fruit they wish to have, and your problem will be solved, as they will never say no to their choice.
We hope this article has taught your child about seasonal produce and all the bounty of nature available during winters. Improve their general knowledge and get them excited about consuming fresh and healthy fruits by revising this lesson regularly.
Also Read:
Vegetable Names for Kids
Fruit Vocabulary for Children
Food Names in English for Kids
