How can I successfully grow an avocado tree from an avocado seed by sprouting it in water?

To successfully grow an avocado tree from an avocado seed by sprouting it in water, follow these steps:

1. Remove the seed from the avocado and clean it.
2. Insert toothpicks into the seed to suspend it in a glass of water, with the bottom half submerged.
3. Place the glass in a warm, sunny spot and change the water every few days.
4. After a few weeks, roots and a stem will begin to grow.
5. Once the stem is about 6 inches tall, plant the seed in a pot with well-draining soil.
6. Water the plant regularly and place it in a sunny location.
7. With proper care, your avocado tree should continue to grow and eventually produce fruit.