Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for Apr 15's puzzle
Strands Theme of Apr 15 is:
This word describes the specific gem assigned to your birth month; it traditionally runs across the board to connect the theme together.
Reveal letter by letter or uncover a full solution

Today's theme, 'Gift of the month', refers to traditional symbols associated with the specific time of year you were born. It suggests a personal and sparkling connection to the calendar.
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Strands answer for Gift of the month are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!

Strands is a free daily word puzzle from The New York Times. Each day, you get a theme and a letter grid where you must find hidden words. Like Wordle and Connections, it refreshes at midnight with a new puzzle.
You get a 6×8 grid of letters. Find all theme words plus the "spangram" that spans the grid and reveals the theme. Connect letters horizontally, vertically, or diagonally to form words. Find 3 non-theme words to unlock a hint.
This theme refers to the geological symbols assigned to each month of the year as personal keepsakes. If you're looking for a Strands Hint to help identify these specific minerals, consider how jewelry stores categorize their seasonal collections. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The difficulty depends on your knowledge of traditional calendar jewelry, but most people will recognize these common precious and semi-precious items. This Strands Hint suggests looking for specific luxury materials to narrow down the grid. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
The spangram for today's puzzle travels across the board, bridging the gap between several months' worth of treasures. Finding this central word early will help you organize the surrounding letters more effectively. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.
Focus your search on various colorful minerals used in rings and necklaces that correspond to birthdays. This Strands Hint recommends looking for specific colors and high-value materials found in nature. Check out the full Strands Hint below for more details.