Autumn Harvest

Find 10 words that capture the feel of fall.

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About This Puzzle

Autumn brings cooler air, changing leaves, and the season's harvest. This puzzle gathers ten words that capture the sights and traditions of fall, from the orchard to the bonfire.

Words in This Puzzle

Pumpkin: A type of squash harvested in fall and used for pies, soups, and carving jack-o'-lanterns.
Scarecrow: A figure dressed in old clothes and placed in fields to scare birds away from growing crops.
Acorn: The nut of the oak tree, buried and stored by squirrels, jays, and other animals to eat through the winter.
Haystack: A large pile of dried grass stored outdoors as animal feed through the cold months.
Orchard: A planted grove of fruit trees; apples and pears are typically picked in the fall.
Cider: Pressed apple juice, often served warm and spiced during the cooler months.
Foliage: Leaves change color in fall as green chlorophyll fades, revealing the yellows and oranges that were hidden underneath.
Maple: A tree known for brilliant red autumn leaves and for the sap that is boiled down into syrup.
Bonfire: A large outdoor fire, a traditional gathering point for harvest festivals and chilly evenings.
Equinox: The moment in late September when day and night are nearly equal, marking the start of autumn in the Northern Hemisphere.