Proverbs
A house divided against itself cannot do this.
What is stand?
A family that doesn't get along finds it harder to go against its foes.
Dorothy wants to go back home to this state.
Where is Kansas?
In the movie, she says, "There's no place like home."
March is a great month to fly one of these.
What is kite?
March falls between National Kite Flying Day in February and National Kit Month in April.
Work one of these word puzzles that give hints categorized by across and down.
What is crossword?
Researchers have found that working a crossword puzzle once a week or more can have positive effects on the brain.
Which anniversary is known as the "silver" wedding anniversary?
What is the 25th?
Gold represents the 50th wedding anniversary. Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip celebrated their platinum anniversary (70 years) in 2017.
A leopard doesn't change these.
What are its spots?
It's hard for people to change their behavior.
This is Dorothy's aunt.
Who is Auntie Em?
When the trees and flowers begin to bloom, this medical nuisance means spring has sprung for many of us.
What is allergy?
Pollen is a common allergen.
What is a jigsaw puzzle?
Not only does solving jigsaw puzzles improve memory but it also helps with problem-solving.
Australia is the driest inhabited continent. Nearly 1/5 of the land there is considered what type of landscape?
What is desert?
Nearly 70% of the mainland of Australia receives less than 20 inches of rain annually. This classifies it as arid or semi-arid.
Let bygones be this.
What is bygones?
Keep what's past in the past.
The wicked witch comes from this direction.
What is west?
We see the witch's hands on fire as she tries to remove Dorothy's slippers. The Guardian reports the fire was simulated by spewing apply juice and then speeding up the frames.
This annual Irish celebration takes place on March 17th.
What is St. Patrick's Day?
St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland.
This is what we call looking at twinkling, heavenly bodies at night.
What is stargazing?
Aside from providing healthful escapism, stargazing sends you into nature and spending time outside can spark creativitiy.
What grows on a pine tree that helps protect its seeds from animals and freezing temperatures?
What is the pinecone?
Pinecones will even close their "scales" to protect the seeds inside. Did you know that before pinecones fall to the ground, they will sometimes cling to their respective pine trees for over 10 years?
Finish this proverb: You can lead a horse to water, but __________.
What is you can't make it drink?
Other than Biblical proverbs, this is one of the oldest proverbs, having originated in Britain in the 12th century.
This is Dorothy's dog.
Who is Toto?
The dog earned $125 per week, but it's been reported the munchkins earned only $50 per week.
These little creatures are featured in Irish folklore and appear as figurines and are known to steal gold.
What are leprechauns?
The word derives from its original Irish name, meaning "small-bodied fellow."
Playing this time-honored solo card game can pass the hours.
What is solitaire?
It calms the mind and helps you develop strategy.
The word comes from the French language and refers to a small, typically savory dish served at the beginning of or right before a meal.
Let sleeping dogs do this.
What is lie?
Sometimes it's best to look the other way or to let hard feelings die down without stirring the pot.
The Lion lacked this.
What is courage?
What does Spring symbolize?
What is rebirth?
It is a transitional time of year, when the cold and dark dwindle away and the rains of rebirth fall upon the Earth. The light begins to shine brightly once more, animals emerge once again, and plants and flowers “spring” into bloom. At this time of year, everything enters a state of renewal.
Place items and photographs relevant to life today in this container for the grandchildren to open in 10 or 20 years.
What is a time capsule?
You might include a brief written or recorded memoir, so they have a record of your life.
What does the acronym FAQ stand for?
What are frequently asked questions?
It often refers to a list of answers to common questions and appears on websites or inside instruction manuals.