How can I successfully grow an avocado tree sprout at home?

To successfully grow an avocado tree sprout at home, follow these steps:

1. Remove the pit from a ripe avocado and clean it.
2. Insert toothpicks into the pit and suspend it over a glass of water, with the bottom half submerged.
3. Place the glass in a warm, sunny spot and change the water regularly.
4. Wait for roots and a stem to grow, then transplant the sprout into a pot with well-draining soil.
5. Water the plant regularly and provide plenty of sunlight.