this zodiac sign runs through most of April
Aries
This phrase refers to the frequent rain showers common in spring
April showers
These are hidden for children to find during Easter hunts
Easter eggs
What are the 3 R's
Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
This league begins its playoffs in April, competing for the Stanley Cup
NHL
This bird is often seen as a symbol of spring returning in North America
a Robin
The scientific term for animals coming out of winter dormancy
emergence or hibernation exit
This week, leading up to Easter, includes Good Friday.
Holy Week
Earth Day is celebrated on this date in April
April 22nd
this sport begins its regular season in April with Opening Day
baseball
this hormone helps regulate circadian rhythm and decreases a daylight increases in spring
melatonin
These yellow flowers are often the first sign of spring
daffodils
this flower is commonly associated with Easter and symbolizes purity
the lily
This gas is the main contributor to climate change
carbon dioxide
This tournament crowns the NCAA basketball champion in early April
March Madness
this psychological effect describes improved mood and energy as daylight increases in spring
seasonal affective disorder
this type of allergy is commonly triggered in spring by pollen
hay fever (allergic rhinitis)
In Greece, eggs are traditionally dyed this colour to symbolize the blood of Christ
red
These energy sources include wind and solar power
renewable energy sources
this annual golf tournament, held in April, is known for its green jacket tradition
The Masters
this ecological concept studies the timing of seasonal biological events like flowering and migration
phenology
this hormone in plants promotes growth and is especially active in spring
auxin
In many cultures, eggs symbolize this concept, which is central to Easter
new life
This large layer of gases surrounds Earth and protects life
the atmosphere
The Boston Marathon