Spring is a season of growth and change in nature. Be sure to watch and listen! Here is a list of 12 signs of spring.
- Robins return and can be seen in grassy areas
- Pussy willows begin to show
- Blades of green will appear in grassy areas that have been dormant all winter
- Overhead, Canada geese can be spotted in V formations and they will be seen in nesting groups on the ground
- Small birds like chickadees gather in trees
- Dandelions start to grow and bloom
- Crocuses bloom, especially on south-facing hills and ditches
- In the evenings, frog choruses can be heard
- Birds will be seen building nests
- Tree branches begin to bud
- Earthworms can be found near the garden surface
- Red-winged black birds arrive in wetland areas
How many signs of spring have you seen? Print our free poster for your fridge or take it on a nature walk. This is a perfect way for your little ones to engage their senses and observe the changes in their daily environment.