Smiles & Giggles- Chattaroy Head Start visits Logan Farmers Market

Smiles and giggles filled the Logan Farmers Market on March 24, 2011, as some very special guests came to learn about agriculture. Children from the Chattaroy Head Start, along with their teachers and families, visited the market and took part in the planting activities. Market Manager, Joy Vance, along with other staff members planned a fun-filled visit for the children. Marketing Specialists Melissa Beller and Danielle Kisamore, from the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, conducted an activity, which allowed each child to decorate a sock with a face and then plant a flower to resemble the hair. With permanent markers and creativity, each child produced their own special creations. It is important that children get excited about agriculture and learn the importance of the industry. Activities such as these help them to better understand where their food comes from. After all, brown cows do not give chocolate milk and hamburger does not just come from the grocery store! Staff members enjoyed working with this great group and are always happy to teach children about the agriculture industry!