Where Does Sugar Come From?
Help your child discover the journey from Australian sugarcane paddocks to the sugar in your kitchen.
Download your free 13-page activity guide filled with fun activities, colouring, and simple science experiments for curious kids.
Sugar is something we see in our kitchens every day. But have you ever wondered where it begins?Join Malcolm and Maggie as you explore the journey from sugarcane paddocks to the sugar we use at home.Get your free Where Does Sugar Come From? guide and discover more about the Australian sugarcane industry through a child-friendly, farm-inspired resource.
A Little Curiosity Goes a Long Way
Where does sugar come from, and how does it get from the paddock to your kitchen?This free 13-page activity guide invites curious kids to explore Australian sugarcane farming through fun, hands-on learning.Inside, you'll discover opportunities to:
Explore Australian agriculture: Discover where sugarcane grows and how it's harvested.
Follow the journey: Learn how sugarcane travels from the paddock to the sugar mill.
Investigate kitchen science: Make lemonade and discover what happens when sugar dissolves in water.
Learn through play: Enjoy creative activities that bring the topic to life.
It's a fun way to connect everyday ingredients with Australian farming and early STEM learning!
Ready for a little farm-inspired discovery?
Help your child discover Australia's sugarcane industry with this free 13-page guide to the journey from paddock to pantry.
Your guide is free, and you'll also receive fortnightly emails from Cynthia at Hickory Wattle Press, filled with curious questions, farm-inspired adventures and news about Malcolm and Maggie.
About the Author
Hi! I'm Cynthia, the author behind Hickory Wattle Press. I create stories and resources that help children explore the world around them.Living in North Queensland, I'm surrounded by sugarcane paddocks, farming machinery and the everyday wonders that spark curious questions.Through my books and resources, I hope to help families discover more about where their food comes from and the people who grow it.I'm glad you're here!
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