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March 20 – Fun Fact of the Day

March 20 marks a very special day, especially if you love flowers, warmth, and everything in between – it’s the First Day of Spring! This day welcomes the new season where days get longer, and the weather starts to warm up, signaling new beginnings and the rebirth of nature. It’s a time when we can start to say goodbye to the cold winter and hello to the beauty of spring. You can check out all of the Fact of the Day for kids here.

FIVE FUN FACTS ABOUT THE FIRST DAY OF SPRING

  • The First Day of Spring is also known as the Vernal Equinox, when day and night are almost equal in length.
  • This day can fall on March 19, 20, or 21, but in 2024, it’s celebrated on March 20.
  • During the Spring Equinox, the Earth’s axis is tilted neither toward nor away from the sun, resulting in a nearly equal amount of daylight and darkness at all latitudes.
  • Spring is a vital season for farming as it signals the best time to plant many crops.
  • Animals that have been hibernating through winter start to wake up, and flowers begin to bloom.

ACTIVITY IDEAS TO CELEBRATE MARCH 20

Spring is in the air, and what better way to celebrate the First Day of Spring than with some fun and engaging activities? Here are five fantastic ideas that students can enjoy in the classroom or school to welcome this refreshing season:

  • Plant seeds in small pots to learn about growth and plant life cycles.
  • Create a Spring-themed art project using flowers and bright colors.
  • Write a poem or story inspired by Spring and what it means to you.
  • Go on a nature walk to observe the changes in the environment.
  • Decorate your classroom with homemade Spring decorations.

QUESTIONS TO PONDER ON THE FIRST DAY OF SPRING

Let’s dive deeper into what makes the First Day of Spring so special. Here are five thought-provoking questions to ponder and discuss:

  • Why is the First Day of Spring important for the environment?
  • How do changes in the season affect animals and plants?
  • In what ways can we help protect nature as it wakes up in Spring?
  • Why do you think Spring is often seen as a symbol of new beginnings?
  • How do different cultures around the world celebrate the arrival of Spring?

WOULD YOU RATHER QUESTIONS ABOUT SPRING

Here are five questions to spark conversation. Would you rather…

  • Find the first flower of Spring or the last snowflake of Winter?
  • Have the ability to make it rain flowers or sunshine?
  • Go on a Spring nature hike or read a book under a Springtime tree?
  • Plant a vegetable garden or a flower garden?
  • Wear rain boots every day of Spring or have to carry an umbrella every day?

MORE FUN STUFF

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