Understanding the Four Seasons and How They Affect Weather and Life
This section introduces children to the four main seasons — spring, summer, autumn, and winter — and explains how each season brings unique weather, changes in nature, and affects how people, animals, and plants live.
The Four Seasons and Their Features
- Spring:
- Weather: Mild and pleasant, with blooming flowers and longer days.
- Nature Changes: Trees grow new leaves, animals wake up from hibernation, and baby animals are born.
- Activities: Great time for planting and outdoor play.
- Summer:
- Weather: Hot and sunny, with the longest days of the year.
- Nature Changes: Plants grow fast, fruits ripen, and many animals are active.
- Activities: Ideal for swimming, holidays, and ice cream treats!
- Autumn (Fall):
- Weather: Cooler and windier, with shorter days.
- Nature Changes: Leaves change colour and fall off trees; animals store food.
- Activities: Harvesting crops and enjoying colourful scenery.
- Winter:
- Weather: Cold, often snowy or frosty, with the shortest days.
- Nature Changes: Some animals hibernate, trees rest without leaves, and many plants stop growing.
- Activities: Perfect for wearing warm clothes, drinking hot chocolate, and playing in the snow.
Quiz-Friendly Examples
- The season when flowers bloom and trees grow new leaves – Spring
- The hottest season with lots of sunshine – Summer
- The season when leaves fall and animals prepare for winter – Autumn
- The coldest season with snow and short days – Winter
- The season when animals like bears go into hibernation – Winter
