Using paper and a pencil, produce a pop-up puppet of a groundhog that peers out and over it's burrow to tell us when Spring is coming. 

Concepts

groundhog day, groundhogs, crafts, puppetry, Holidays, cutting skills

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Gather an assortment of books about Groundhog Day and groundhogs for learners to browse when time permits 
• Share a history of Groundhog Day before or after the activity is complete 
• Role play the puppet popping up to to forecast the weather, make predictions of what the actual groundhog will do 

Classroom Considerations

• Requires copies and craft supplies 
• Groundhog Day is celebrated every year on February second 
• Younger participants may need adult assistance  

Pros

• Templates come in both black and white and color 
• Provides detailed, easy-to-read directions 

Cons

• None