Sun tea

Sun tea is a special way to make yummy tea using the sun's heat instead of a stove or kettle. It's like a fun science experiment you can drink!

Here's how it works: First, you need a big jar or container with a lid, like a mason jar or a pitcher. Next, you put some tea bags in the jar. Tea bags are like little pouches filled with tea leaves that make the water taste good when it's steeped.

After you put the tea bags in the jar, you fill it up with clean water. Make sure to leave some space at the top, so the water won't spill out when you move the jar. Now it's time to add a little bit of sweetness if you like! You can put some sugar or honey in the jar and stir it gently.

Once everything is ready, it's time to find a sunny spot outside. You place the jar under the sun where it can get lots of warm rays. It's like the sun is doing magic by warming up the water and helping the tea leaves release their yummy flavors.

Now comes the patience part! You have to wait for a few hours for the sun to do its job. During this time, the heat from the sun slowly makes the water warm and comfortable for the tea leaves. The tea bags are floating in the water, and the sun helps them release all their tasty flavors.

While waiting, you can play with your toys, read a book, or do something fun. When the waiting time is over, you carefully take out the tea bags from the jar. They might be a little wet and you should make sure to throw them away or compost them.

After removing the tea bags, you can take a nice cold glass and pour some of the sun tea into it. You can also add some ice cubes to make it even colder! It's like nature's way of making a refreshing drink for you.

And now, the best part: you can take a sip of the tea you made with the sun's help! It's a special type of tea because it was made using the sun's energy instead of heat from the stove. It might taste a bit different than the tea made on the stove, but that's what makes it fun and unique!

Just remember to share your sun tea with an adult or ask for their help before making it, as it's important to be safe in the sun. Enjoy your tasty sun tea adventure!