Encourage students to take advantage of the free resources available at their local library. They may know they can get books, but they may not know that they can check out movies, video games, use the computer, or join community reading programs (many of which have incentives for summer reading).
Like cabbage and cabbage sprouts, Brussels sprouts are a cool weather crop. They should be harvested when the sprouts are small, compact and bright green. Avoid yellowing sprouts with signs of wilt rot or insect damage. Harvest sprouts when they are no larger than 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
During that time, some moisture will dry from the potatoes, and their skin will become firmer. Potatoes naturally form sprouts 30 to 140 days after harvest. You can delay the sprouting by storing your potatoes in a location with 40 to 45 degree Fahrenheit temperatures and 85 percent humidity. Keep them away from light sources, which trigger sprouting.