Let’s try a quiz to find lots of signs of autumn during childcare!
You can start to feel the signs of autumn little by little.
When we think of autumn, we often say things like “autumn for eating,” “autumn for sports,” and “autumn for reading,” right?
What kind of autumn do you imagine?
This time, we’re introducing a quiz packed full of autumn!
In childcare as well, there’s so much to enjoy in autumn—seasonal plants and foods, as well as autumn-only events!
Be sure to try autumn-themed quiz games that spark children’s imaginations and engage their five senses.
Quizzes can be a great opportunity to nurture children’s language development and thinking skills!
Have fun!
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Let’s find lots of signs of autumn in childcare: a quiz! (1–10)
What has a red bottom, four wings, and flies in autumn?
- red dragonfly
- penguin
- chicken
See the answer
red dragonfly
The creature with a red rear that lives in rivers, ponds, and rice paddies, and zips around on four wings in autumn, is the red dragonfly. You often see lots of them in the fall. With their large eyes, they spot their prey. The song “Akatonbo” is also famous, and it makes you want to sing it when autumn comes.
What is the insect that chirps “leen, leen” in autumn?
- beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)
- bell cricket
- grasshopper
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bell cricket
In autumn, the insect that chirps “leen, leen” is the bell cricket. Bell crickets sing with a beautiful tone on nights when the temperature drops below around 30°C in summer through the fall. Many people probably feel that autumn has arrived when they hear the sound of bell crickets. By the way, crickets are said to chirp “lee-lee”! If you listen carefully outside on an autumn night, you might hear them.
In autumn, the yellow leaves shaped like a folding fan—what leaves are they?
- ginkgo
- cherry blossom
- acorn
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ginkgo
The ginkgo tree is said to be very tall, reaching a height of 20 to 30 meters. A single leaf is said to be about 5 to 10 centimeters in size. When you go out for a walk, you often find yourself collecting ginkgo leaves, right? It might be fun to try making a cute ginkgo bouquet with the leaves you gather.
Let’s find lots of signs of autumn during childcare! Quiz (11–20)
What is the flower that represents autumn and blooms in pink or purple?
- cosmos
- rapeseed blossoms
- Hyacinth
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cosmos
Cosmos is a plant in the Asteraceae family and is also known as “autumn cherry blossoms.” Cosmos is easy to grow, with flowers about 8 to 10 centimeters in diameter, and is beautiful. Its floral meanings include “harmony” and “humility.” It’s a well-loved and famous flower that’s often incorporated into preschool crafts and similar activities.
What do you call it when summer passes and autumn comes?
- early autumn
- early summer
- Early spring
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early autumn
The beginning of autumn is called “early autumn.” Since autumn often brings comfortable temperatures and calm weather, there are many chances to enjoy time outdoors with children, such as going for walks or playing outside. When you go out for a walk, be sure to look for signs of autumn together with the children!
Which leaves start turning red in autumn?
- sunflower
- maple leaves
- cosmos
See the answer
maple leaves
What is the fruit that is round and wears red clothes?
- None
- Apple
- peach
See the answer
Apple
The fruit that wears round, red clothes is the apple. Apples are rich in nutrients, help prevent lifestyle-related diseases, and are good for your health. The prefecture that produces the most apples in Japan is Aomori. Their sweetness and crisp, crunchy texture are very popular, aren’t they?