in the southern half of the world,where winter is nearing its end,august is still very cold.but in the northern half,it's a hot and lazy month,and lots of people are still on vacation. in many areas harvest time is near,and farmers must make plans to sell their crops.they will soon be picking corn and tomatoes and other fruits and vegetables and selling them at roadside stands.do you know a farmer you can visit? how are you spending the last days of your vacation? are you going to fairs and carnivals?taking nature hikes?going for walks along country roads and collecting wildflowers?enjoy all these activities now.but don't forget to start planning for the new school term.get your pencils and pens and notebooks.and think about seeing all your schoolmates again.