Seasonal Changes

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What happens to plants during winter in a forest?

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Plants grow very little or go dormant.

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What is migration in animals?

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Migration is when animals move from one place to another, usually for food or warmer weather.

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What do trees do in the spring after winter?

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Trees grow new leaves and buds.

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What is hibernation?

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Hibernation is a deep sleep that some animals go into during winter to survive the cold.

Front

What changes do leaves go through in the fall?

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Leaves change colors and may fall off the trees.

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Why do some birds migrate south for the winter?

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They migrate to find warmer places and more food.

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What is dormancy in plants?

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Dormancy is a period when plants stop growing and conserve energy.

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What is the significance of fruit ripening in the fall?

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Fruit ripening indicates that it is ready to be eaten and is a sign of the changing seasons.

Front

What do animals do in spring?

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Many animals have babies and find food as the weather warms up.

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How do seasonal changes affect animal behavior?

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Animals may migrate, hibernate, or change their feeding habits based on the seasons.