Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
🍃 “Leaves of Three, Let It Be!” | The Truth About Poison Ivy 🍃
Have you ever heard the phrase, “Leaves of three, let it be”? It’s a warning about one of the most dreaded plants you can encounter: poison ivy.
In this week’s Kid’s Corner, we explore:
✅ What poison ivy looks like and why it’s so dangerous
✅ How a nearly invisible oil called urushiol causes intense itching, burning, and rashes
✅ Why 9 out of 10 people are allergic to poison ivy
✅ Surprising connections between poison ivy, cashews, sumac, and mangos
✅ How your pets, clothing, and even smoke can spread poison ivy’s oils
✅ What happens if you accidentally breathe in or eat poison ivy
But is there anything good about poison ivy? Yes! Many birds and animals can eat poison ivy without harm, using it as a food source during fall and winter.
🍂 A Biblical Perspective:
Before Adam and Eve’s sin, there were no thorns, thistles, or harmful plants. Poison ivy reminds us of the curse on the ground caused by mankind’s sin—and why we look forward to restoration through Christ.
Oh, and why are we talking about poison ivy this week? My producer (hi, over there behind the cables!) recently encountered some poison ivy, so we thought it was the perfect time to learn and laugh together.
🍃 “Leaves of Three, Let It Be!” | The Truth About Poison Ivy 🍃
Have you ever heard the phrase, “Leaves of three, let it be”? It’s a warning about one of the most dreaded plants you can encounter: poison ivy.
In this week’s Kid’s Corner, we explore:
✅ What poison ivy looks like and why it’s so dangerous
✅ How a nearly invisible oil called urushiol causes intense itching, burning, and rashes
✅ Why 9 out of 10 people are allergic to poison ivy
✅ Surprising connections between poison ivy, cashews, sumac, and mangos
✅ How your pets, clothing, and even smoke can spread poison ivy’s oils
✅ What happens if you accidentally breathe in or eat poison ivy
But is there anything good about poison ivy? Yes! Many birds and animals can eat poison ivy without harm, using it as a food source during fall and winter.
🍂 A Biblical Perspective:
Before Adam and Eve’s sin, there were no thorns, thistles, or harmful plants. Poison ivy reminds us of the curse on the ground caused by mankind’s sin—and why we look forward to restoration through Christ.
Oh, and why are we talking about poison ivy this week? My producer (hi, over there behind the cables!) recently encountered some poison ivy, so we thought it was the perfect time to learn and laugh together.
