Summer brings many joys, but few as refreshing as biting into a juicy watermelon on a hot day.
Children naturally love this sweet treat with its bright red flesh and fun black seeds.
Watermelons make the perfect subject for engaging speeches that can teach kids about nutrition, science, farming, and teamwork, all while keeping them entertained.
Want to help children learn while having fun?
These five watermelon-themed speeches provide excellent starting points for school presentations, summer camps, food education programs, or any event where you need to capture young minds.
Each speech uses simple language and relatable examples that will keep children attentive and eager to learn more about this amazing fruit.
Speeches about Watermelons (for Kids)
Here are sample speeches about watermelons tailored specifically for young audiences that will educate and entertain.
Speech 1: “The Wonderful Watermelon”
Hello, friends! Today we’re going to talk about something super tasty and super healthy – watermelons! Have you ever looked at a watermelon and wondered how something so big grows from a tiny black seed? Watermelons are pretty amazing that way. They start as small plants and then grow fruit that can be bigger than your head! Some watermelons can grow so big that you need two people to carry them.
Watermelons have been around for thousands of years. People in Africa first grew watermelons a very long time ago. Then travelers took watermelon seeds to other countries all around the world. Now people grow watermelons in almost every warm place on Earth. That means kids just like you in China, Brazil, America, and Egypt all enjoy watermelons too!
Did you know that watermelons are mostly water? That’s how they got their name! A watermelon is about 92% water, which makes it perfect for hot summer days when we need to drink lots of water to stay healthy. The water in watermelons helps keep our bodies cool and happy. So next time you eat watermelon, you’re also drinking water at the same time – how cool is that?
Watermelons come in many different sizes and colors. Most watermelons have red insides, but some have yellow, orange, or even white flesh inside! And while most watermelons have black seeds, some new types of watermelons don’t have any seeds at all. These are called “seedless watermelons.” But here’s a funny fact – even seedless watermelons have some small white seeds that are soft enough to eat!
The green outside part of the watermelon is called the “rind.” Most people don’t eat the rind because it’s hard and doesn’t taste very good. But guess what? Some people make pickles out of watermelon rinds! They cook the rinds with sugar and spices to make them taste yummy. Other people use watermelon rinds to feed animals like pigs and cows, so nothing goes to waste.
Watermelons are good for you in many ways. They have lots of vitamin C, which helps you fight off colds. They also have vitamin A, which is good for your eyes. And they have something called lycopene, which is what makes watermelons red. Lycopene is very good for your heart. So when you eat watermelon, you’re doing something nice for your body!
Did you know that in some places, people have contests to see who can grow the biggest watermelon? The biggest watermelon ever grown weighed as much as a baby elephant – over 350 pounds! Can you think how many slices of watermelon you could get from a watermelon that big? You could feed your whole school with one watermelon that size!
So next time you bite into a juicy piece of watermelon, think about how special this fruit is. It traveled across the world to get to us. It’s full of water and good things for our bodies. And it’s a plant that grows from a tiny seed into something big enough to feed lots of people. Watermelons truly are wonderful!
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Commentary: This introductory speech about watermelons covers basic facts in simple language. It’s ideal for a classroom presentation or as an opening talk at a summer picnic or food festival. The speech focuses on interesting watermelon facts that will capture children’s attention while teaching them about this nutritious fruit.
Speech 2: “Watermelon Science Fun”
Good morning, young scientists! Today we’re going to explore the amazing science behind one of our favorite summer fruits – the watermelon! Put on your thinking caps because we’re about to discover how watermelons grow, what they’re made of, and some cool experiments you can do with them. Science can be tasty, and watermelons prove that!
Let’s start with a question: how does a watermelon grow? Every watermelon begins as a tiny seed. When that seed gets water, soil, and sunshine, it starts to sprout. First come the roots, which go down into the soil to find water and nutrients. Then green leaves pop up above the ground to catch sunlight. The plant makes yellow flowers, and after bees visit these flowers, watermelons start to grow.
A watermelon needs about three months of warm weather to grow from a seed to a ripe fruit. During this time, the watermelon plant sends water and nutrients through its vines to feed the growing watermelon. The watermelon gets bigger and bigger each day. Farmers say you can almost watch them grow on hot summer days! The watermelon uses sunshine to make sugar, which is why watermelons taste so sweet.
Now let’s talk about what makes up a watermelon. If we could look at a watermelon with a super-powerful microscope, we would see millions of tiny cells filled with water. These cells contain the sweet watermelon juice we love. The red color comes from something called lycopene, which is the same thing that makes tomatoes red. And all those little black seeds? Each one could grow into a whole new watermelon plant!
Did you know watermelons can float in water? Try this experiment at home with an adult: fill a large tub with water and place a whole watermelon in it. What happens? The watermelon floats! This happens because watermelons are less dense than water. Even though they’re heavy, their weight is spread out over a large volume, which makes them float. It’s the same reason big ships can float even though they’re made of heavy metal.
Here’s another fun science fact: watermelons keep changing even after they’re picked. As they ripen, the sugars in the watermelon change and it gets sweeter. But if you leave a watermelon too long, it will start to break down and get mushy. Scientists have studied how to keep watermelons fresh longer so they can be shipped to grocery stores far away from the farms where they grow.
Want to try a cool watermelon experiment? With an adult’s help, cut a watermelon into cubes and place them in different liquids like salt water, sugar water, vinegar, and plain water. Check them the next day to see what happened. The salt water will pull water out of the watermelon pieces through a process called osmosis, making them shrink! The sugar water might make them stay the same, while the vinegar might change their taste and texture.
You can also use watermelon to learn about the water cycle. Leave some watermelon pieces out on a plate overnight. In the morning, you’ll see that they’ve released water. Where did the water go? Some evaporated into the air, just like water from lakes and oceans does in the water cycle. The watermelon pieces will be smaller and less juicy because they lost water to the air around them.
Science helps farmers grow better watermelons too. They study which types of watermelons grow best in different places. They find ways to protect watermelons from bugs and diseases. And they learn how to grow watermelons that stay fresh longer and taste sweeter. Some scientists even work on growing square watermelons! These special watermelons grow inside square boxes, so they end up shaped like cubes instead of ovals.
So you see, watermelons aren’t just delicious treats – they’re also amazing examples of science at work! From the way they grow from tiny seeds to huge fruits, to the way they float in water, to the chemical changes that make them sweet and red, watermelons have lots to teach us about the world around us. Next time you enjoy a slice of watermelon, remember – you’re not just having a snack, you’re holding a science lesson in your hands!
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Commentary: This educational speech connects watermelons to scientific concepts in a way children can understand and enjoy. It works well for science classes, STEM programs, or summer camp activities where hands-on experiments might follow the talk. The speech encourages curiosity and offers simple experiments kids can try with adult supervision.
Speech 3: “Watermelon: The Fruit That Brings Friends Together”
Hi there, friends! Have you ever noticed how happy people get when someone brings out a watermelon? There’s something special about this big green fruit that makes people smile. Today we’re going to talk about how watermelons bring people together and why sharing a watermelon with friends makes summer days even better!
Long ago, before we had refrigerators to keep things cold, watermelons were extra special because they stayed naturally cool and juicy. People would save watermelons for special gatherings and parties. In many countries around the world, bringing a watermelon to someone’s house was a sign of friendship and a way to say “thank you for having me over.” This tradition continues today in many places!
Think about the last time you ate watermelon. Were you alone, or were you sharing it with others? Most of the time, watermelons are foods we share. They’re so big that one person can’t eat a whole watermelon alone! When we cut open a watermelon, we usually slice it up and pass pieces around to everyone. This sharing makes watermelon different from smaller fruits like apples or bananas, which one person can easily eat by themselves.
Watermelons also bring us together through fun games and contests. Have you ever had a seed-spitting contest with your friends? This old-fashioned game involves eating watermelon and then seeing who can spit the seeds the farthest. The world record for watermelon seed spitting is more than 75 feet – that’s longer than a school bus! Other watermelon games include watermelon rolling races and contests to guess the weight of a big watermelon.
In many places, people hold special festivals all about watermelons. Towns in states like Arkansas, Texas, and Oklahoma have yearly watermelon festivals where people come together to play games, have watermelon eating contests, and even crown a Watermelon Queen! These festivals are great ways for communities to celebrate summer together and have fun with neighbors and friends.
Watermelons teach us an important lesson about teamwork too. Have you ever tried to carry a really big watermelon by yourself? It’s hard! Big watermelons need two people to carry them safely. Working together makes the job easier and keeps the watermelon from getting dropped. This reminds us that many hands make light work, and we can do more when we help each other.
When we share watermelon with friends, we also share stories and laughter. Sitting outside on a summer day, enjoying sweet watermelon slices, creates perfect moments for talking and laughing together. Some families have special ways they like to eat watermelon – with salt, in fruit salad, or frozen into popsicles. Sharing these family traditions helps us learn about each other and grow closer.
Watermelons even bring people together when they’re growing! Community gardens often grow watermelons because they’re fun for everyone to watch as they get bigger. Children and adults work together to water the plants, keep away pests, and finally harvest the watermelons when they’re ripe. Growing watermelons teaches patience and cooperation – values that help us be good friends.
So next time you see a watermelon, remember it’s not just a tasty fruit – it’s a friendship fruit! It brings people together to share good food, play fun games, and make happy memories. Watermelons remind us that some of the best things in life are meant to be shared. And when we share with others, we all end up with something sweeter than what we started with – good friends and good times!
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Commentary: This heartwarming speech focuses on the social aspects of watermelons and how they bring communities together. It’s perfect for summer camps, community events, or classroom discussions about friendship and sharing. The speech emphasizes positive social values while maintaining a fun, child-friendly approach to the topic.
Speech 4: “Watermelon Adventures Around the World”
Hello, explorers! Today we’re going on an exciting journey around the world to discover how different countries enjoy watermelons. Pack your pretend suitcases, because we’re traveling to places far and wide to learn about how children just like you eat this tasty fruit in different ways. Our watermelon world tour starts right now!
Let’s begin our adventure in Japan, where watermelons are very special treats. Did you know that in Japan, some farmers grow square watermelons? They place growing watermelons inside square boxes, and the watermelons grow to fill the boxes. These square watermelons are often given as fancy gifts and can cost as much as $100 each! Japanese families also play a game called “suikawari,” which is like a watermelon piñata. Players are blindfolded and try to split open a watermelon with a stick!
Now let’s fly over to China, where watermelons have been growing for more than 1,000 years. Chinese people love watermelons so much that they eat the seeds as snacks! They dry the black seeds and roast them with salt, then crack them open to eat the tiny seed inside. Chinese doctors also use watermelon to help people feel better when they’re sick or too hot. During the Chinese New Year, some families place whole watermelons in their homes as a wish for a full and happy year.
Our next stop is Egypt, which might surprise you! Egypt is one of the top watermelon-growing countries in the world. Ancient Egyptians loved watermelons so much that they placed watermelon seeds in tombs with mummies so they would have watermelons to eat in the afterlife. Archeologists have found pictures of watermelons on the walls of ancient buildings that are more than 4,000 years old! Today, Egyptian children enjoy watermelon juice mixed with rose water on hot summer days.
Let’s travel now to Mexico, where people make a special drink called “agua fresca de sandía” – watermelon fresh water. They blend watermelon with water, lime juice, and a little sugar to make a cool, refreshing drink. Mexican children also enjoy watermelon sprinkled with chili powder and lime juice for a spicy-sweet treat. During hot summers, street vendors sell watermelon slices on sticks, making them easy for kids to eat while walking around town.
Across the ocean in Italy, chefs make fancy salads with watermelon, mint leaves, and a special cheese called feta. Italian children enjoy watermelon granita, which is like a watermelon snow cone. Some Italian families have contests to see who can eat a slice of watermelon without using their hands – you have to hold your hands behind your back and eat the watermelon right off the plate!
Now we’re traveling to Russia, where watermelons grow in a special region called Astrakhan. Russian families often pickle watermelon rinds with garlic and dill to eat during the cold winter months when fresh fruit is hard to find. Russians have a saying that summer is not summer without watermelon. They even check if a watermelon is ripe by tapping on it – if it sounds hollow, like knocking on a door, then it’s ready to eat!
Let’s fly to Brazil, where people often blend watermelon with coconut milk to make smoothies. Brazilian children enjoy popsicles made from frozen watermelon juice. At Brazilian beach parties, friends gather around and share huge watermelons, often having contests to see who can eat their slice the fastest without getting sticky! Some Brazilian farmers grow watermelons that weigh over 200 pounds – heavier than many adults!
Our next destination is India, where watermelons help people stay cool during very hot weather. Indian families make watermelon curry by cooking the red flesh with spices, and they use the white rind to make chutneys. Some parts of India celebrate the watermelon harvest with parades and dances. Indian children play a game where they try to guess how many seeds are in a watermelon – the person who guesses closest wins a prize!
In Australia, watermelons are a Christmas treat! Because Christmas happens during summer in Australia, many families enjoy watermelon as part of their holiday meal. Some Australians carve watermelons into shapes like jack-o-lanterns and fill them with fruit salad. There’s even a town in Australia called Chinchilla that calls itself the “Watermelon Capital” and holds a huge watermelon festival every two years with watermelon skiing, watermelon iron man races, and watermelon tug-of-war!
Now we’re visiting Vietnam, where people save and dry all parts of the watermelon – even the rinds and seeds. Vietnamese cooks stir-fry watermelon rinds with garlic and serve them as a vegetable. Children in Vietnam enjoy watermelon smoothies topped with sweet beans. Vietnamese farmers have grown watermelons for hundreds of years and believe that the sweetest ones grow near the Mekong River.
In Nigeria, West Africa, people consider watermelon seeds a valuable food. They dry and grind the seeds into flour to make bread! Nigerian children help their parents harvest watermelons, and families work together to save the seeds for planting next year. Some Nigerian stories tell about watermelons growing so big that they had to be carried home on carts pulled by several people working together.
Our last stop is the United States, where people eat more watermelon than any other country! Americans hold watermelon-eating contests at county fairs, carve watermelons into fancy shapes for parties, and even have a National Watermelon Month in July. Some American schools have watermelon days where children learn about how watermelons grow and get to enjoy watermelon treats during lunchtime.
Now our world tour has come to an end, but we’ve learned something amazing: no matter where children live or what language they speak, watermelons bring smiles to faces everywhere! From square watermelons in Japan to spicy watermelon in Mexico, from watermelon curry in India to watermelon popsicles in Brazil, this wonderful fruit connects children around the world. Next time you bite into a juicy slice of watermelon, remember you’re sharing an experience with millions of other kids across our beautiful planet!
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Commentary: This educational and entertaining speech takes children on a global journey to explore different cultural traditions around watermelons. It’s well-suited for multicultural events, geography lessons, or international food festivals. The speech broadens children’s perspectives while maintaining their interest through relatable examples of how kids around the world enjoy this universal treat.
Speech 5: “Watermelon Farmers: Heroes of Summer”
Good afternoon, everyone! Today I want to tell you about some very special people who work hard so we can enjoy juicy watermelons during hot summer days. These people are watermelon farmers! Farmers are like real-life superheroes who use their knowledge, strength, and patience to grow food for all of us. Let’s learn about the amazing work watermelon farmers do to bring our favorite summer fruit to our tables.
Every watermelon begins with a farmer planting a seed. Watermelon farmers carefully prepare their fields by making sure the soil has the right nutrients and is loose enough for watermelon roots to grow strong. They check the weather to make sure it’s warm enough for watermelon seeds to sprout. When everything is ready, they plant each seed about an inch deep in the soil and cover it gently. Then the waiting begins!
Watermelon farmers keep a close eye on their fields as tiny green sprouts push up through the soil. They make sure the young plants get enough water but not too much – just like taking care of a pet! If the weather gets too cold, farmers might cover their watermelon plants with special blankets called row covers to keep them warm. Watermelon plants are delicate when they’re small, so farmers protect them from strong winds and heavy rains.
As watermelon plants grow, they send out long vines that spread across the ground. These vines can grow up to ten feet long! Farmers carefully walk through their fields to check on these vines and make sure they have room to spread out. They also look for yellow flowers that bloom on the vines. These flowers are very important because they will become watermelons if they get pollinated by bees. Some farmers even keep beehives near their watermelon fields to make sure there are plenty of bees to visit the flowers.
Did you know that growing watermelons takes a lot of water? Watermelon farmers have to be smart about how they water their crops. Many use a system called drip irrigation, which delivers water right to the roots of each plant instead of spraying water everywhere. This saves water and helps prevent weeds from growing. Farmers also have to decide when to water – usually early in the morning is best so the leaves can dry before nighttime, which helps prevent plant diseases.
Watermelon farmers face many challenges while growing their crops. Sometimes bugs like cucumber beetles or aphids try to eat the watermelon plants. Other times, plant diseases can damage the vines or fruit. Instead of giving up, farmers work hard to find solutions. Many farmers use helpful insects like ladybugs to eat the bad bugs. Others might plant certain flowers that keep harmful insects away. Farmers learn something new every season and become better at growing watermelons each year.
After about 80 to 100 days of growing, watermelons are finally ready to harvest. But how do farmers know when a watermelon is ripe? They look for several signs: the curly tendril nearest to the watermelon turns brown and dry; the bottom of the watermelon changes from white to creamy yellow; and the watermelon skin becomes dull rather than shiny. Some farmers also tap on the watermelon and listen for a deep, hollow sound – that means it’s full of sweet, juicy goodness inside!
Harvesting watermelons is hard work that requires strong hands and careful attention. Farmers and their helpers walk through the fields, bending down to cut each ripe watermelon from its vine with a sharp knife. They gently place each watermelon in bins or on trucks, taking care not to drop or bump them. A single watermelon field might need to be harvested several times as different watermelons ripen at different rates. On hot days, farmers might start harvesting at sunrise to avoid working in the hottest part of the day.
After harvest, watermelon farmers and their workers sort the watermelons by size and quality. They check each one to make sure it doesn’t have cracks or bad spots. The best watermelons are carefully packed into boxes or bins and loaded onto trucks that will take them to grocery stores, farmers markets, and restaurants. Some farmers even put stickers on their watermelons with their farm’s name so you know who grew your watermelon!
Many watermelon farmers come from families that have been growing watermelons for generations. Grandparents teach parents, and parents teach children the secrets of growing the sweetest, juiciest watermelons. These farming families pass down special knowledge about which types of watermelons grow best in their soil and climate. They share stories about the biggest watermelon they ever grew or the time they had to save their crop from a big storm.
Some watermelon farmers grow special varieties you might not find in regular grocery stores. They might grow yellow watermelons, tiny personal-sized watermelons, or heirloom varieties with special flavors. These farmers often sell their unique watermelons at farmers’ markets where you can meet them in person and learn about how they grew your food. Talking with a farmer who grows watermelon helps you understand how much work goes into each sweet bite!
Watermelon farmers help our communities in many ways beyond just growing food. Their farms provide jobs for people who help plant, care for, and harvest the watermelons. They take care of the land and help protect nature by using farming methods that keep the soil healthy for future crops. Many watermelon farmers also donate extra watermelons to food banks, so people who might not be able to afford fresh fruit can enjoy watermelons too.
When you enjoy a slice of juicy watermelon this summer, take a moment to think about the farmers who made it possible. They worked for months through sun, rain, and challenges to bring that watermelon to you. Watermelon farmers truly are the heroes of summer, using their knowledge, hard work, and care to grow a fruit that brings joy and refreshment to children and adults everywhere. So next time you bite into a sweet watermelon slice, remember to be thankful for the farmers who grew it just for you!
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Commentary: This informative speech celebrates the hard work of watermelon farmers and teaches children about agriculture and food production. It’s appropriate for farm field trips, agricultural fairs, school nutrition programs, or as part of a unit on where food comes from. The speech helps children develop an appreciation for the people who grow their food while maintaining their interest in the subject.
Wrapping Up: Watermelon Talks
These watermelon speeches offer a variety of approaches to engage children with this popular summer fruit.
From basic facts to global traditions, scientific experiments to farming practices, each speech provides age-appropriate content that both entertains and educates.
The speeches can be adapted for different age groups by adjusting the vocabulary or adding more complex concepts for older children.
Using watermelons as a speech topic works wonderfully because the subject is familiar to most children, visually appealing, and connects to many different educational themes.
Whether you need a speech for a classroom presentation, summer camp activity, or community event, these watermelon-themed talks will capture children’s attention while teaching them something new.
Remember that delivery matters as much as content when speaking to children.
Use animated facial expressions, vary your tone of voice, and consider bringing visual aids or actual watermelons to demonstrate points from your speech.
With these engaging speeches and an enthusiastic delivery, you’ll find that watermelons provide the perfect seed for growing children’s knowledge and imagination.