The worksheets below are all themed-on celebrations or events that take place during the month of April. We highlight most of the worksheets in reading comprehension. It starts with a reading passage worksheet which is followed by multiple choice and free response questions. Answer keys are provided for all of the question worksheets. If you split them up over the course of the month you should have about five hours of work available for your students. You can also extend each of these April worksheets further with a little creativity. Suggestion: April is also National Poetry Month in the United States. Have your students write a poem celebrating spring!
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Why Do We Play Tricks on April Fool's Day? Passage
Every year on April Fool's Day, people all over the world have fun playing lighthearted tricks on one another. April Fool's Day is celebrated every year on the first day of April.
April Fools Multiple Choice Questions
One popular explanation for the origins of April Fool’s Day comes from the celebration of another popular holiday.
April Fools Short Answer Questions
Can you imagine if we had to change our calendar? Do you think it would be more difficult for today’s society to adapt to this change? Why or why not?
What is Autism? - Reading Passage
Children who have ASD often become withdrawn and indifferent to socializing. They may avoid eye contact and not respond to their names. Children with autism don’t understand social cues such as tone of voice or facial expressions, and they are often unable to know what constitutes appropriate behavior.
Autism - Multiple Choice Questions
Because ASD is considered a spectrum disorder, some people experience very mild cases.
Autism Short Answer Questions
There is no cure for ASD, but there are various forms of treatment. These include one-on-one training sessions, counseling, medication, and therapy.
What is Stress? Reading Passage
Stress is both an emotional and physical strain that is typically caused by factors from the outside world. Many people complain of being "stressed out" by work, obligations, and school. While stress is a normal response to events that make us feel unbalanced, worried or threatened in any way, too much stress can be a bad thing.
Stress Multiple Choice Questions
John is worried about a talk he has to give at work tomorrow. He stays up late practicing his presentation.
Stress Short Answer Questions
Jane is stressed about giving a speech in front of an audience. List some of the physical symptoms she will likely experience.
How do Rainbows Form?
Seeing a rainbow is always a delightful surprise. Perhaps you have seen one this spring - and wondered how it came to be. Let's find out.
Rainbows Multiple Choice Questions
Rainbows can be caused from nearly any sort of water spray or mist, combined with the right sunlight.
Rainbows Short Answer Questions
Explain where you must be standing in relation to the sun and the rain in order to see a rainbow.
The History of Libraries
You have probably visited the library many times. It is a place where we find and borrow books, useful materials, computers, and reference literature. The library has changed over time. Originally, the library housed only books.
Libraries Multiple Choice Questions
Did you know that the public library collective in the U.S. is the 12th largest Internet Service provider?
Library Short Answer Questions
Imagine you are an individual in Philadelphia in the year 1744 and you want to join a library. What would you need to do?
What is a Patent?
A patent is form of intellectual property protection. A patent is given to an inventor and is issued by the Patent and Trademark Office; and it grants the inventor property rights of that idea.
Patents Multiple Choice Questions
April 26 is World Intellectual Property day. In the USA, can a corporation apply for a patent?
Patent Short Answer Questions
Imagine your have just invented a new sort of dog leash that will revolutionize the way we walk dogs. You decide to get a patent. Choose one of the four incentives and explain why it would encourage you to obtain a patent.
What was the Titanic? Reading Passage
The Titanic was considered "unsinkable," and was extremely luxurious. The First-class section of the boat features a squash court, a swimming pool, expensive furniture and general opulence.
Titanic - Multiple Choice Questions
What shipping company owned the Titanic? What country was the Titanic built in?
Titanic - Short Answer Questions
If there were 2,223 people on board the Titanic, and 1,517 of them died, then how many survivors were there?
What is Income Tax? Passage
Governments tax their citizens as a way of generating revenue to pay for public programs and services. Income taxes are collected at the end of a 12-month period, which is referred to as a fiscal year.
Taxes - Multiple Choice Questions
In the year 1894, how much income did a household need to generate in order to be required to pay income tax?
Taxes - Short Answer Questions
Do you think it is fair that people who earn more money pay more income tax; and people who earn less money pay less?
Who Was Paul Revere? Reading Passage
Paul Revere was an American patriot who was born in Boston on January 1, 1735. He worked as a silversmith, and he became a hero in the American Revolution. He rode his horse from Charlestown to Lexington, Mass., on the night of April 18, 1775 to warn that British troops were approaching.
Paul Revere Short Answer Questions
Find and read a copy of the famous poem, "Paul Revere's Ride." Write a brief summary of the poem.
What's Arbor Day? Passage
Arbor Day is a day on which we celebrate trees. The first Arbor Day took place on April 10, 1872 in Nebraska. Arbor Day was the idea of a man named Julius Sterling Morton, who was a journalist and a politician. He believes that it would be beneficial to plant trees because it would not only look beautiful, but it would provide shade and break the wind.
Arbor Day - Multiple Choice Questions
What is the name of the tree-planting festival that takes place in Korea? Why was Arbor Day originally observed on April 22?
Arbor Day - Short Answer Questions
Speak to a homeowner or adult about why trees are important to your Local Park, neighborhood, or home. Write down the highlights of your conversation.
What Events Take Place in April?
April is the fourth month of the modern-day Gregorian calendar, coming after January, February, and March. There are 30 days in the month. It got its name from the Latin word, aperire, which means 'to open.' The name was given to April since it was considered as the month of the growing season when trees, plants, and flowers began opening. Some people also believe that the name of this month has originated from the Greek Goddess, Aphrodite.
Previously, the month of April was not the fourth month of the calendar. In the early versions of the Roman calendar, it was the second month, with only 29 days. After Julius Caesar reformed the calendar in 450 BCE, it regained the 30 days status.
The birthstone for April is diamond that symbolizes innocence. Its birth flowers are daisy and sweet pea.
There are no holiday celebrations that regularly take place within the month of April, but Fooled you! Of course there are, and April Fool's Day is merely the first. History lovers will mention the anniversaries of the sinking of the Titanic and Paul Revere's famous ride, naturalists will point to Arbor Day, and-while most people certainly don't celebrate it. Federal income taxes are due in the middle of the month. It is also Autism Awareness Month.
It is the second month of the Northern Hemisphere's astronomical spring. Among many other historical events, April witnessed the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr., the sinking of the Titanic, the launch of the first space shuttle, the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, the American Revolution started, the British Royal wedding, and many more events of equal significance. History And its Meaning:
It is the second month of the year in the original Roman calendar before January and February were introduced around 700 BC. The term April derives from the Latin verb "to open," which represents the opening of the trees in the spring. It's also a myth that the name is derived from the Greek goddess Aphrodite.
April Fools' Day
On the 1st of the April Calendar, individuals all across the globe are known to enjoy pulling practical jokes on one another. Depending on the culture, the target of a joke like this may be referred to as a fool or a fish (Poisson d'avril). It is unknown when the custom first began. However, there are a great many theories about its origin.
Autism Awareness Day
April 2 is designated as World Autism Awareness Day. On this particular day, organizations all around the globe organize unique activities to raise funds and public awareness for Autism. The lighting of blue lights on the outside of many different organizations' buildings was one of the ways that numerous groups acknowledged Autism Day. This was done as part of the "light it up blue" campaign that Autism Speaks sponsored.
Easter
Easter is a festival observed by Christians to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ after he had been dead for three days. Good Friday is the name given to the Friday that comes before Easter. On this day, Jesus was put to death by crucifixion at the hill of Calvary.
Earth Day
April 22 is observed globally as Earth Day every year. On the calendar, 22 marks the day when people from all over the world participate in activities that teach them how they can protect the environment. Approximately 1 billion individuals participate in some kind of environmental-friendly activity on Earth Day or around that time each year.
Arbor Day
On Arbor Day, people honor and celebrate trees. A day to raise awareness about helping to maintain and protect existing trees and forests and plant new trees. The United States celebrates Arbor Day on the last Friday of April. But a few states observe their version of Arbor Day on a different day.
Cancer Control Month
The month of April is recognized as the month of control for Cancer. Organizations from coast to coast honor those affected by cancer through multiple approaches to reduce cancer’s burden on society. This is done to recognize the courageous spirit of the millions of people currently battling cancer and cancer survivors.
National Poetry Month
In April 1996, intending to remind the Academy of American Poets initiated a national poetry month for the general public that poets play an essential part in our society and that poetry is relevant.
It has become the most important literary festival throughout its history, with tens of millions of readers, students, instructors, bookstores, publishers, and poets coming together to recognize the significance of poetry in our everyday lives.
April is a month rich in history, most of which was not positive. However, the events it celebrates has raised awareness of multiple problems faced by the people today.