Places, Traditions and Discoveries · Drawing 24 of 40
A corn-husking party
Québec — shared meal
At an épluchette, people peel the husks off ears of corn. It is a lovely chance to gather around the table.
Look together
What protects the corn kernels?
An idea to try
Your child draws one ear of corn with its husks and another without them. Compare what is visible in each drawing.
For the adult reading along
A little more to discover
An épluchette brings people together around corn, called blé d’Inde in Québec French. RICARDO’s feature presents it as a summer gathering with family or friends, where corn may be served with salads and raw vegetables. The scene invites conversation about both the shared occasion and the food.
Observe the husks surrounding the ear and the rows of kernels they hide. Ask what changes when the husks are removed. Then imagine a table where everyone brings an idea or helps with a small task. You do not need to organize a real meal to enjoy the discussion.
Sources and illustration notes (1)
An imagined corn-husking party; not a particular celebration or a practice shared identically by every family.
These links lead to other websites. Explore them with an adult. References identify the institution and the related lesson; some linked pages are in French.
- RICARDO — The Best Side Dishes to Serve at a Corn RoastThe épluchette, or corn roast, presented as a summer meal that brings family and friends together around ears of corn, with a variety of side dishes.
Page prepared on September 12, 2026. Illustrations simplify places and scenes; they are not historical documents.
This drawing is from the book Québec Treasures to Colour
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