TV on a Rolling Cart

Who invented candy?

From Mystery Doug

Who invented candy?
6 minK1st2nd3rd4th5thScienceSocial Studies
access

Summary

Mystery Doug takes on a real kid's question -- "Who invented candy?" -- and follows the clues. Candy is ancient -- long ago people made sweets from honey and fruit, and recipes grew fancier as sugar became common. A quick five-minute watch to spark curiosity and kick off a conversation.

Viewer safety

All ages
Common Sense Media — not yet ratedIMDb Parents Guide — not yet rated

Our rating is a quick teacher-to-teacher guide — preview before showing.

Teaching resources

Discussion questions

Discussion

Doug investigates a question kids really asked: "Who invented candy?"

  1. What was Doug's answer to today's question, in your own words?
  2. What surprised you most about candy, or what did you already know?
  3. What's one thing this makes you want to find out more about?

Quick work-a-long

Words to know: candy, sugar, history.

Try it: Explain the answer to "Who invented candy?" to someone at home using these three words, then write down one new question it made you wonder.