[Childcare] A collection of quizzes related to May! Let's think about them together with the children.

10 years as a kindergarten teacher / elementary school teacher / junior and senior high school teacher / childminderkepiko
Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked for 10 years as a kindergarten teacher and for 7 years as an after-school childcare instructor, then took a post as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I also engaged in activities that shared Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational play, working with many children. Afterwards, through freelance writing, planning, and editing work at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and conveying ideas. Leveraging the perspective cultivated in educational settings and my experience as an editor, I aim to deliver practical information—focusing on fields related to music and children—that values both input and output. Hobbies include instruments, singing, handcrafts, toys, drawing, traditional play, the outdoors, books, DIY, and crafts. Special skill: spinning-top tricks.
Nursery Teacher Mom Writertsukada moe
After working for five years at an after-school childcare club and three years at a nursery school, I began working as a freelance writer. I’m a mother of two children. Inspired by playing the flute in the school wind ensemble in elementary school, I joined a jazz club at university. I’ve also incorporated ukulele and piano performance into childcare. Playing, laughing, feeling sad, feeling frustrated—through all kinds of experiences, I want children to grow.

Here are some ideas for fun quizzes related to May.

May is a season when fresh greenery is beautiful, and there are many special days and events.

Why not incorporate quizzes with the children in your early childhood activities?

Enjoy thinking together and sharing ideas about May’s events and nature.

There may even be quizzes that adults don’t know!

Be sure to enjoy quizzes with the children and deepen your knowledge of May!

[Childcare] A collection of May-themed quizzes! Let’s think them through with the children (11–20)

What flowers smell good in May?

Rose
lily of the valley
Tulip

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lily of the valley

Lily of the valley is a small, cute flower that blooms in May. The shape of the blossoms is like tiny bells, and their color is pure white. They have a sweet, gentle fragrance and are known as a spring flower. As a flower that heralds the arrival of spring, lily of the valley is loved by many people!

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Which constellation is known for May?

Taurus
Gemini
Cancer

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Taurus

May is mainly known for the constellation Taurus. This zodiac sign belongs to people whose birthdays fall between April 20 and May 20. In the night sky, it is easier to see from around April to June.

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What insects are popular for catching in May?

stag beetle
beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)
ladybug

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ladybug

May is the season of fresh greenery, and plants grow vigorous. As it gets warmer, you can spot many ladybugs on leaves. They’re easy for children to find, so they’re very popular! Be sure to look for them on your walks.

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What are the ingredients of the mochi in kashiwa mochi?

glutinous rice
flour
rice flour

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rice flour

Kashiwa mochi is a rice cake made from rice flour. First, mix rice flour with water and steam it to make a fluffy mochi. Put sweet red bean paste inside, wrap it with an oak leaf, and it’s done. Oak leaves are used for special celebrations. Be sure to try delicious kashiwa mochi with everyone!

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What is made during the rice planting in May?

potato
rice plant
corn

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rice plant

May is the season for rice planting. This is an important task where we plant the rice seedlings. As the planted rice grows, it becomes the rice we often eat in autumn. Rice is an important food not only in Japan but also in many countries around the world. Please enjoy it and savor its taste!

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What song is famous for May?

Spring has come.
carp streamer
Tanabata-sama

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carp streamer

"Koinobori" is a song associated with the custom of decorating for Children's Day. On this day, people imagine carp streamers swimming in the sky to celebrate boys and wish for their healthy growth. It's a bright and cheerful song, so please sing it together while wishing for the children’s growth.

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[Childcare] A roundup of quizzes related to May! Let’s think them through with the children (21–30)

What is the name of the day in May when we primarily express gratitude to mothers?

Mother's Day
Mother's Day
Mother’s Day

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Mother's Day

There is a custom of giving carnations on Mother’s Day. In recent years, as family structures have diversified, many preschools and daycare centers have changed the event to express gratitude to guardians rather than limiting it to mothers.

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