Did You Know?

Some people drink soy milk made from soybeans!

How They Grow

Farmers plant seeds in the dirt.

What They Make

We can make oil and milk from them.

What soybeans Does

They make food for people.

They help feed farm animals.

They can be turned into oil.

They are used to make snacks.

They can be ground into flour.

They are good for our health.

More About soybeans

Soybeans come from a plant that grows tall. They have green leaves and small white or purple flowers. The beans grow in pods that hang on the plant. When they are ripe, farmers pick them.

We eat soybeans in many ways. We can find them in soups, snacks, and drinks. They help make our meals tasty and healthy. Many people like to eat them.

Soybeans are very useful. They help us and animals. In the future, we may find new ways to use them. They are a big part of our food.

How Topics Connect

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What Do These Words Mean?

legume:A type of plant that has seeds in pods, like beans and peas.
native:Originally from a particular place.
staple crop:A crop that is a main food source for people.
edible:Safe to eat.
animal feed:Food given to animals.