Celebrating Groundhog Day by Karen Bush Gibson is a top choice in Groundhog Day nonfiction books for kids. Students will love learning all about how and why people celebrate on February 2nd each year. Celebrating Groundhog Day: History, Traditions, and Activities by Karen Bush Gibson Learn about Groundhog Day while having fun with various hands-on activities. Intended Audience: 6-9 Years . Feedback: This book provides children with a range of facts on Groundhog Day and more with colorful pictures to keep them engaged. The book also provides Happy Groundhog Day Coloring Book For Kids Ages 4-8: Funny and Easy Coloring Book For Kids,Girls And Boys, groundhog day books for toddlers,preschool, Activity Book For Kid by Uni Groundhog Publishing Kids will learn about Groundhog Day, its origins, and the animal at the center of Groundhog day in this informative and interesting picture book. Groundhog Gets a Say by Pamela Curtis Swallow Groundhog is tired of only been seen one day out of the year. Celebrating Groundhog Day: History, Traditions, and Activities – A Holiday Book for Kids (Holiday Books for Kids) Part of: Holiday Books for Kids (8 books) 4.6 out of 5 stars Groundhog day Coloring book: happy Groundhog day Coloring and activity book beautiful gift for kids to boys and girls ages 4-8 "happy Groundhog day 2022" by Groundhog print coloring 5.0 out of 5 stars A highly informative, non-fiction book about Groundhog Day by beloved children's author/illustrator Gail Gibbons. Kids will learn about ancient traditions that have evolved over time into the big event that takes place every February 2nd. Gail Gibbons is a pro at explaining any topic to kids, and this book does an excellent job laying out the historical roots of today’s Groundhog Day traditions, which span thousands of years. She uses maps and diagrams to share groundhogs’ physical attributes and behaviors, and introduces kids to other notable groundhogs besides Punxsutawney These books are a great way to share this cultural tradition with young kids, while also teaching them about nature and wildlife. Here is a little background on this special day. Groundhog Day is celebrated in the United States and Canada every February 2 nd. The groundhog will emerge from hibernation and if he sees his shadow, winter is not over. Fun Facts about Groundhog Day. Groundhog Day is celebrated every year on February 2nd. On that day, people use a groundhog to try to predict the weather and the change of the seasons. If the groundhog sees his shadow, people believe there will be 6 more weeks of winter. If he does not see his shadow, people believe there will be an early spring. ★ "February holidays collide in this warm and funny story A showstopper." — Publishers Weekly, starred review "A great choice for storytime." — School Library Journal This heartwarming picture book combines two much-loved holidays—Groundhog's Day and Valentine's Day—and shares a message about the importance of friendship and community. Here's a roundup of some of my favorite books about Groundhog Day that you can share in the classroom with your students. Groundhog Day is coming and I for one am ready for spring! I've rounded up a collection of 13 books about Groundhog Day to help you prepare to teach your students this fun American tradition. About the Book . Every February 2nd, people all across the country turn their eye toward Pennsylvania, home to the groundhog Punxsutawney Phil. They wonder if he will see his shadow that day. This book offers information about Groundhog Day, its origins, and information about the animal at the center of this delightful event. Groundhog day Coloring book: happy Groundhog day Coloring and activity book beautiful gift for kids to boys and girls ages 4-8 "happy Groundhog day 2022" by Groundhog print coloring 5.0 out of 5 stars Dive into “Groundhog Secrets” – it’s like a backstage pass to all the cool info about woodchucks and Groundhog Day. This book mixes storytelling with fun facts to keep things interesting. Books About Groundhog Day That Are Fiction. This compilation is like a treasure trove of fictional stories all tied to Groundhog Day. It’s a diverse Groundhog Day was said to have originated with the Pennsylvania Dutch when they carried over traditions from Germany. The old Christian holiday Candlemas is traditionally observed on February 2 nd, which is the 40 th day of the Christmas season. WEST HARTFORD — The Children's Museum has introduced its animal sanctuary's newest furry friend — just in time for Groundhog Day. Greg Westman, the lead animal curator at the museum, said the Compared to other Groundhog Day picture books, this one's pretty weak. The characters and settings are too cartoony for my taste, and the thought that a raccoon would kidnap a groundhog is just too unbelievable, even for a children's book. See my Listmania list for other Groundhog Day recommendations. The most important groundhog is Punxsutawney Phil who lives in a burrow called Gobbler’s Knob near Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. PA’s Promise for Children has a list of fun books to read related to Groundhog Day. Select the department you want to search in
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