Sweet Watermelons

Sweet Watermelons It's another hot day. Anna feels that watermelons are the best fruit for the summer. But Anna has a problem. She doesn't know how to choose sweet watermelons at the store. “ They all look the same, " she thinks. " How can l know if the fruit inside will be sweet or sour, juicy or dry firm or mushy?"

What a problem for a girl who loves watermelons! So, what does Anna do?She can't cut open a water-melon before she buys it. Instead, she asks her grand-mother for help. “ Look at the colour, " says Grandma. " It should be dark green all over. This means that the watermelon got enough sun. " Then she adds, " Feel the centre. It should have small bumps on it. Squeeze the skin. If it is hard, the watermelon will be sweet. " And then she says, " Finally, thump, thump, thump. Hit the watermelon with your hand. Listen for a deep, thumping sound. " Now, Anna knows how to find the perfect water-melon. They are always juicy, sweet and just right to eat.