Naming and Knowing Our Seasons

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What Are Seasons?

Have you ever noticed that sometimes it is very hot outside, and sometimes it feels cool? Or that some days you see rain, and other days the sky is bright and sunny? This happens because our Earth goes through different seasons throughout the year.

A season is a time of the year when the weather has a special pattern. Different seasons bring different kinds of weather, different clothes to wear, and different activities to enjoy!

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In India, we enjoy four main seasons every year. Each season is special and brings its own joy. Let us meet them one by one!

Meet the Four Seasons

1. Summer ☀️

Summer is the season when the sun shines brightly and the weather becomes very hot. During summer, the days are long and the nights are short. You will often feel thirsty and want to drink lots of water!

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When does Summer come?
Summer usually comes in the months of March, April, May, and June in India.

What do we see in Summer?

• The sun is very bright and strong
• Trees have green leaves
• We see mangoes, watermelons, and cucumbers
• Children enjoy summer vacations from school!

What do we wear?
In summer, we wear light and thin clothes like cotton shirts, shorts, frocks, and caps to stay cool.

2. Monsoon 🌧️

Monsoon is the season of rain! Dark clouds fill the sky and rain pours down. Everything around us becomes fresh and green. Plants and trees love the rain because it helps them grow.

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When does Monsoon come?
Monsoon usually comes in the months of June, July, August, and September in India.

What do we see in Monsoon?

• Dark clouds in the sky
• Rain falling from the sky
• Puddles of water on roads and parks
• Rainbows after the rain!
• Frogs croaking happily

What do we wear?
In monsoon, we wear raincoats, carry umbrellas, and wear gumboots to keep ourselves dry.

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3. Autumn 🍂

Autumn is a cool and pleasant season. The weather is neither too hot nor too cold. During autumn, you will notice that some trees start to lose their leaves. The leaves turn yellow, orange, and brown before they fall to the ground.

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• Many trees shed their old leaves.
• Farmers harvest crops like rice and cotton.
• We celebrate festivals like Dussehra and Diwali.}}

When does Autumn come?
Autumn usually comes in the months of October and November in India.

What do we see in Autumn?

• Leaves falling from trees
• Clear blue skies
• Beautiful flowers blooming
• Colourful kites flying in the sky

What do we wear?
In autumn, we can wear light sweaters or full-sleeved clothes because the weather is pleasant.

4. Winter ❄️

Winter is the coldest season of the year. The sun feels mild and gentle, and the air becomes chilly. In some parts of India, it even snows! Winter mornings can be foggy, and you might need a blanket to stay warm.

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When does Winter come?
Winter usually comes in the months of December, January, and February in India.

What do we see in Winter?

• Cold winds blowing
• Fog in the early morning
• People sitting around bonfires to keep warm
• Snow on mountains in some regions
• We enjoy hot soup, tea, and warm food

What do we wear?
In winter, we wear thick and warm clothes like sweaters, jackets, mufflers, socks, and caps to keep our body warm.

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Why Do Seasons Change?

Seasons change because of the way our Earth moves around the Sun. As Earth travels in its path, different parts of Earth get different amounts of sunlight at different times of the year. This causes the weather to change, and we experience different seasons!

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Let's Remember!

The four seasons in India are:

Each season is beautiful and important. They bring variety to our lives and help nature grow and flourish. In the next pages, we will learn more about what makes each season special and the fun activities we can do in each season!

Every season teaches us something new and gives us reasons to smile and celebrate!