WOODWORD'S CORNER

Dear Readers,

I am soooo ready for spring—getting out, enjoying some sunshine and delighting in the beauty of the environment. Wildflowers brighten the countryside and we’ve got a great page to help you identify flowers and learn about state flowers—every state has one—what’s yours? Earth Day on April 22. Let’s make that a time to learn more about the value of recycling and what we can all do to help our planet.

Easter is on April 17 and Easter would not be Easter without the Bunny Buddies. We have a great page that explains what symmetry is all about. There are some puzzles to help you figure out symmetry and a great project for you to make symmetry art. Remember to do these with a buddy, someone older if it looks hard or someone younger if they need help.

Rachel Carson was a conservationist who wrote one of the most influential books about the environment. Her book warned of the dangers of using harsh chemicals on the land and the effect on nature. We owe her a debt of gratitude.

Sometimes the food you eat, the animals you come in contact with and even the air you breathe can cause an allergic reaction. Allergies are no fun but there are ways to deal with the problems they cause. Kid Scoop News provides some suggestions.

If spring has sprung where you live, go outside and take a deep breath. Shake off the winter blues and enjoy some fresh air. Visit a farmers market, celebrate Easter and Earth Day, look for wildflowers and caterpillars, play an outdoor sport or just ride your bike. It’s springtime—time to enjoy the season!