Explore the fun and simple explanation of why we have different seasons throughout the year. Perfect for 4-year-olds.
Seasons are different times of the year that change with the weather and how we feel outside! There are four seasons: winter, spring, summer, and fall (or autumn).
Imagine the Earth like a big round ball. It tilts a little bit as it goes around the Sun. This tilt is very important! When one part of the Earth is closer to the Sun, it gets warm and has summer. When it’s turned away, it gets cold and has winter!
As the Earth moves around the Sun, it takes one year, which is why we have a special time for each season. After summer, we have fall when leaves turn colors and fall off trees. Then comes winter, when it can be cold and sometimes snowy! After that, spring comes, and we see flowers bloom again.
In summer, we can go swimming and play outside. In fall, we can jump in piles of leaves. In winter, we can make snowmen and drink hot cocoa. And in spring, we can see baby animals and enjoy the flowers!
So, seasons happen because of how the Earth tilts and travels around the Sun! Each season brings its own fun activities and changes in nature. Isn’t that exciting?