Object: an onion, a sharp knife and a cutting board

Good morning, boys and girls. Happy Easter! You wouldn't think it was a happy day at all by reading today's verse. Listen to it: "Woman, why are you crying?" That doesn't sound very happy, does it? (Let them respond.) I brought something with me that always makes me cry. What is it? (Show them and wait for answers.) You're right, it's an onion. There are supposed to be tricks about cutting onions. Some people say if you cut it under water, you won't cry. Other people say if you put a piece of bread in your mouth, you won't cry. Do you know what makes people cry when they cut onions? (Let them respond.) Onions have a very strong smell because they have an oil in them. When the onion is peeled or cut, the oil makes a vapor. A v…