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Have you ever stopped to think about bread? It’s one of the most popular foods around the world, and for good reason — it’s tasty, filling, and can be super healthy too. Let’s take a little trip around the world to explore some amazing types of bread that people eat in different countries.

In Australia, we often enjoy wholemeal sandwich bread, which is made with whole grains. It’s full of fibre, which helps keep your tummy happy and your body full of energy for play and learning.

In India, many families eat roti or chapatti — a soft, flat bread made from wholemeal flour called atta. It’s cooked on a pan and often eaten with lentils and veggies. Yum!

In Mexico, there’s the tasty corn tortilla. It’s round, flat, and perfect for wrapping up beans, salad, and avocado for a healthy lunch.

In France, people love baguettes. These long, crispy breads are often sliced and filled with lean meats, cheese, and salad.

And in the Middle East, you’ll find pita bread. It’s round with a pocket inside, just right for stuffing with grilled veggies, hummus, or falafel.

Isn’t it cool how people all over the world eat different kinds of bread? And guess what — they can all be part of a healthy meal, especially when you pair them with fresh, colourful vegetables and fruit.

Did you know that you can grow your own fruits and vegetables at school or at home? It’s easier than you think — and so much fun. You don’t need a big garden. You can grow cherry tomatoes in pots, lettuce in boxes, or even herbs like basil and mint on a windowsill.

Growing your own food helps you learn where your food comes from and it tastes extra delicious when you’ve grown it yourself. Plus, gardening gets your body moving and your brain thinking. It’s like science, art, and cooking all rolled into one. Gardening is a great activity to do with friends and family, or you can just sit and enjoy some peace and quiet in the fresh air outside.

And now it’s Sandwich Time – made by YOU!

Once you’ve grown some fresh veggies, you can turn them into healthy sandwiches with your favourite bread. Try filling your wholemeal sandwich bread with homegrown lettuce, tomato and cucumber. Or stuff a pita pocket with some grated carrot, beetroot, and hummus. Feeling creative? Wrap up some sliced capsicum and baby spinach in a tortilla or make a mini pizza on a slice of baguette using tomato, herbs, and a sprinkle of cheese.

The best part is that you get to choose what goes in your sandwich. When you use colourful veggies, lean proteins like eggs or beans, and wholegrain bread, you’re giving your body the fuel it needs to grow strong, think clearly and feel great.

So next time you see bread on your plate, think about all the tasty ways you can make it part of a healthy meal. And maybe — just maybe — you’ll start your own little garden and grow some sandwich fillings of your own.

Keep crunching those veggies and making smart food choices — your body and brain will thank you for it.

Stay healthy and curious,

Your friend, Healthy Harold

HEALTHY HAROLD’S GARDEN GRANTS

Together with Bakers Delight and their Healthy Solutions range, Life Ed is empowering Aussie kids to learn about how growing and eating healthy food can fuel their bodies and boost their moods.

Because fresh thinking can sprout healthy habits – in and beyond the classroom.

By telling Life Ed about your efforts in your application, you will have the opportunity to win one of 25 school garden grants – valued at $1,000 – for your school*.

Applications are NOW OPEN and close at 12am AEST 24 June 2025.

Apply at lifeed.org.au/gardengrants

* primary schools, preschools and early learning centres are all eligible to apply