[For Elementary School Students] Trivia About April

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When April comes around, the new school year begins, flowers like cherry blossoms and dandelions bloom, and seasonal ingredients become more plentiful—you can really feel spring in full swing, can’t you?

In this article, we’ll introduce lots of fun trivia related to April!

We’ve especially gathered topics that will be familiar to elementary school students, so please enjoy reading along.

If you come across trivia you didn’t know before, be sure to remember it and show it off to your friends and family!

Now then, let’s dive right in and see what kinds of trivia there are!

[For Elementary School Students] Trivia Related to April (31–40)

In the past, there was a time when aluminum school backpacks (randoseru) were used.

I don’t think there’s anyone who doesn’t know what a randoseru is.

Many of you probably received one as a gift when you started elementary school.

But do you know what randoseru are made of? That’s right—leather.

They come in a variety of colors like black, red, green, and pink, but they’re all made of leather.

However, back around 1946, aluminum randoseru were actually sold.

What’s more, they were green with yellow shoulder straps.

Pretty stylish design, don’t you think?

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April Fools’ Day has a history of nearly 500 years.

April 1 is April Fools’ Day, a day when telling lies is forgiven.

In the past, people would tell lies to friends and those close to them.

Recently, however, companies and celebrities have often joined in online by making surprising statements or posting videos, turning it into a lively occasion.

Although April Fools’ now feels like an event, it actually has a history of nearly 500 years.

In medieval Europe, the new year was considered to start on March 25, and festivals were held from March 25 to April 1.

Later, the rule was changed to make January 1 the beginning of the new year, which reportedly sparked strong opposition from the people.

It is said that those who resisted began celebrating April 1 as a “false New Year,” which is the origin of the festivities.

It seems that many other events and observances in Japan also have intriguing origins.

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced a whole bunch of trivia related to April.

There were plenty of facts about things that elementary school students are familiar with, too.

Please enjoy reading and pick up lots of fun trivia.

And once you’ve memorized a bunch, be sure to impress your family and friends with what you’ve learned!