April
April usually brings the end of winter and the beginning of spring
Flowers bloom, trees sprout leaves, the weather is warmer, and people get outside more. Enjoy the sun while you read a book, watch a baseball game, go on an adventure in Big Bend National Park, or volunteer for Earth Day. This month, there鈥檚 much to do and explore!
American Literature
is a name Americans give to certain well-written stories with unforgettable characters. These books are special because they capture certain periods in American culture and history. One favorite is 鈥溾 by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Set in the , this is the story of the wealthy and mysterious Jay Gatsby, who spends his life and a great deal of money trying to win back the woman he loves. It鈥檚 considered one of the greatest books from the 20th century. The novel was adapted into a 2013 film with the same name, starring Leonardo DiCaprio as Gatsby.
Spring Brings Baseball Season
Baseball has been part of American culture since the . The sport is so popular that it commonly is called 鈥淎merica鈥檚 pastime.鈥 Each year, Americans gather in stadiums or in front of televisions to watch their favorite teams. Fans cheer them on all spring and through the summer, hoping their teams make it to the World Series championship in October. It鈥檚 a long season with 162 games. (MLB) has some extraordinary teams, like the , who have won more championships than any other professional sports team in America. . Experience this great sport for yourself. Eat hot dogs and Cracker Jack庐, cheer with fans, and raise your baseball glove to catch a fly ball!
Earth Day
This month you can celebrate Earth Day with the . While you鈥檙e outside exploring the waters, trails and landscapes of the United States, consider volunteering your time to help preserve nature鈥檚 playground. Find around the country or right in your backyard.
Big Bend National Park
More than 300,000 people visit each year to explore its beauty, wildlife, and history. The park includes more than 800,000 acres of land in west Texas. That鈥檚 bigger than the entire state of Rhode Island! Big Bend鈥檚 canyons hold thousands of years of human history. Visit sites that were the homes of adventurous Americans in the early 1900s, and an where workers took valuable mercury from deep in the earth. With 450 types of birds, Big Bend is a great place for bird-watching. So put on your backpack and hike Big Bend鈥檚 canyons and cliffs. Travel the Rio Grande by kayak or canoe, and ride horses or bike the trails. Stay a few days in one of the park , and make your trip an adventure!