ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Sliced bread

Okay kiddo, so sliced bread is something we use to make sandwiches or toast. Normally, bread comes in a loaf, and you have to cut it into slices using a knife. But sliced bread has already been cut into slices and is ready to use.

By slicing bread, we make it easier to use and saves us time. We don't have to worry about cutting the bread evenly, which can be difficult for little hands.

When sliced bread was first invented in 1928, it was a big deal because it made life easier for everyone who wanted to make a sandwich. Before that, people had to spend extra time slicing the bread or buy pre-sliced bread that was stale and not very fresh.

Sliced bread comes in different varieties like wheat, white, and whole-grain bread. You can use it for peanut butter and jelly sandwiches or make yummy grilled cheese sandwiches.

So next time you have a sandwich, remember to thank the person who sliced the bread for you!
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