Spring Around the World
This country celebrates Hanami, the viewing of cherry blossoms, every spring
Japan
These striped insects become more active in spring and help pollinate flowers.
Bees
In Greek mythology, spring begins when this goddess returns from the Underworld.
Persephone
This process allows plants to make food using sunlight
Photosynthesis
In Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Alice follows this springtime animal down a rabbit hole
The White Rabbit
This Indian festival of colors marks the arrival of spring.
Holi
These birds migrate back north in spring after wintering in warmer areas.
Geese or Swallows
This Roman goddess, similar to the Greek Flora, is associated with spring flowers.
Flora
This gas is used by plants during photosynthesis.
Carbon Dioxide
If you planted magic beans in your spring garden, they might grow into this
A Beanstalk
What is the April birthstone
Diamond
This mammal wakes up from hibernation in spring and immediately begins searching for food.
Bears
The changing seasons are explained in Greek mythology through the story of Persephone and this God
Hades
This hormone in plants causes them to bend toward light in spring
Auxin
This classic children's book features a spider who saves a pig's life and takes place partly in spring.
Charlotte's Web
DAILY DOUBLE!!!
What is the Greek goddess of Spring and nature?
Persephone
Frogs do this loud behavior to attract mates in spring.
Croaking or Calling
This Greek goddess is associated with the harvest, agriculture, and fertility, and her moods affect the seasons; especially spring, when she and her daughter return
Demeter
This green pigment helps plants absorb sunlight
Chlorophyll
This animated rabbit, known for saying “What’s up, Doc?”, would feel right at home in spring
Bugs Bunny
Around what date does spring begin in the Northern Hemisphere?
March 20 or 21
This process of shedding winter fur and growing a new coat is called what?
Molting
The awakening of the spring in Greek mythology was thought to be a time for the return of this mythical creature, often associated with the sun and light.
The Phoenix
DAILY DOUBLE!!!
This plant is often associated with spring, as it is a symbol of rebirth and new beginnings
A Willow Tree
This magical land from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe was stuck in winter—until spring arrived when this character returned
Aslan