Object: A little net bag of rice tied with a ribbon

Good morning, boys and girls. How many of you have been to a wedding this summer? (Wait for show of hands.) What kinds of things happen at a wedding? (Let them respond.) The bride walks down the aisle with a pretty dress on. The groom waits at the front for her. The bridesmaids all have pretty dresses on, too. Sometimes someone sings songs about love. The minister says things about love. The bride and groom say, "I do!" They put their wedding rings on. They kiss and then there's a party. What do they do with this bag of rice? (Let them respond.) They take the ribbon off and throw it at the bride and groom. Does anyone know why we throw rice at a wedding? (Let them respond.) I think there are many reasons. But I think one reason is becaus…