- Many people now choose natural methods to dye eggs.
- Use common kitchen ingredients, such as vegetables and spices.
- Different foods give many bright colors on eggs naturally.
- Natural dyed eggs can be eaten safely after cooking.
- Boil eggs well, then cool them in cold water.
- Store cooked eggs in the fridge to stay safe.
- Make dye by boiling chosen ingredients in water first.
- Strain solids and add a little vinegar to help.
Difficult words
- dye — a liquid used to give color to things
- ingredient — a food item used when you make a recipeingredients
- strain — to separate solid bits from a liquid
- vinegar — a sour liquid used in cooking and cleaning
- store — to put things in a safe place for later
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Discussion questions
- Have you ever dyed eggs at home?
- Which kitchen ingredient would you use to make dye?
- Do you put cooked food in the fridge at home?
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