For ancient Greeks, seasonal change was explained in the Myth of Demeter . When Hades traps Demeter's daughter, Persephone, for six months of the year in the underworld, Demeter mourns Persephone's absence and brings cold weather to the earth while she's gone. To read this ancient myth of why winter exists, visit this site. Math Spring is a time for planting. Check The Right Tree Handbook to see what tree best fits your location.
Spring is the beginning of a rainy season for some areas.
Visit Climatic Extremes and Weather Events to see how much rainfall to expect in your area. Science The About Rainbows site will get you ready to look for rainbows and understand why they are usually found in spring and summer. Social Studies Spring arrives with a burst of color in Washington, DC, when nearly 4000 cherry trees ringing the Tidal Basin blossom with white and pink flowers. A Japanese chemist presented the first cherry trees as a gift in 1912, and each year new trees are added to the collection. Visit the Washington DC Cherry Blossom site to learn more.