April
April is the fourth month of the year with 30 days. The name April comes from that Latin word aperire which means "to open". This probably refers to growing plants in spring. April begins on the same day of week as July in all years and also January in leap years.
April's flower is the Sweet Pea and its birthstone is the Diamond. The meaning of the Diamond is Innocence.
April in poetry
[edit]Poets use April to mean the end of winter. For example: April showers bring May flowers.
Events in April
[edit]- April Fool's Day occurs on April 1st.
- Easter occurs on the Sunday between March 22nd and April 25th.
- Australia and New Zealand celebrate ANZAC Day on 25th April. ANZAC means - Australian and New Zealand Army Corps and began in 1915.
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