1. Sometimes, an arch or arch of color forms after a rain shower. Commonly known as a rain ......., it is beautiful because it reveals different bands of colors and can be seen for miles.

2. In the fall, children head ....... to school after a long, relaxing summer vacation.

3. In North America, the coldest season of the year is typically the .......

4. In North America, the warmest season of the year is usually the ....... .

5. Spring ....... help to moisten or dampen the earth so that flowers and other plants can grow after a long, cold winter.

6. Some animals get ready for winter in the fall by collecting food or building shelter. A common animal that collects acorns and other nuts in order to build up a good winter supply of food is a ....... .

7. In the hot summer months, some people ....... cool by eating delicious, juicy watermelons or other cool fruits.

8. In the fall, the leaves of many trees ....... color. Beautiful hues of yellow, brown, red and orange can be admired before they fall to the ground in the early winter months.

9. Pumpkins are usually harvested in the fall. Many people carve them into Jack O'Lanterns and display them in front of their houses just in time for ....... .

10. ....... weather refers to gentle, soothing or mild temperatures, not extreme or harsh weather conditions.