Meet Walter's Pals - a group of five energetic fruits and vegetables dedicated to teaching kids all about
the 5-A-Day program. It's a fun and easy way for children to learn about a nutritious diet. So keep your eyes
peeled for Walter's Pals.
Click on one of Walter's Pals above to see more information on them.
Adam Apple
Born: September 29
Favorite Snack: Fruit Trail Mix
Favorite Activity: All sports, but especially soccer
Really Wants To: Help kids enjoy staying fit
Adam is the leader of the pack and loves sports, especially soccer. He knows that running and playing a
lot is really good for you. Adam wants all kids to eat more fruits and vegetables from the Red Group like
cherries, strawberries and tomatoes.
Becky Broccoli
Born: October 21
Favorite Snack: Veggies with Dip
Favorite Activity: Rollerblading
Really Wants To: Help kids build strong teeth and bones
Becky is very competitive and a great team player. When she wins she's the first to say that it was
her strong bones and perfect eyesight that helped her to victory. Becky is from the Green Group and
her teammates include green grapes, kiwifruit, peas, and celery.
Blu and Sue Berry
Born: June 25
Favorite Snack: Fruit Kebab
Favorite Activity: Hopscotch
Really Wants To: Tell kids about tasty fruits and veggies
Blu and Sue are toddlers and twins. They love playing games and activities that help them learn about
all the different 5-A-Day colors. They're totally excited about being in the Blue and Purple Group and
hang out a lot with fruits and veggies like raisins, plums, and eggplants.
Buddy Banana
Born: February 5
Favorite Snack: Fruit Smoothie
Favorite Activity: Jumping Rope
Really Wants To: Make staying healthy fun for kids
Buddy is a bit of a joker. But even when he's playing practical jokes and pulling pranks he always does
so in a way that highlights the benefits fo eating healthy. Just like corn, mushrooms, onions and potatoes.
Buddy is from the White Group.
Polly Peach
Born: August 9
Favorite Snack: Veggie Pizza
Favorite Activity: Tennis
Really Wants To: Find new ways for kids to eat well
Polly is a real chatterbox. She just can't help talking about fresh fruit and vegetables. Her favorite subject
is her color group which is Yellow and Orange, and likes nothing better than to tell everyone just how wonderful
apricots, mangos, and pineapples are.