Have some fun on groundhog day with our collection of groundhog day printables. In addition to the scholastic lesson plans, activities, and reproducibles listed below, you can find groundhogrelated games, crafts, and other fun activities on the official punxsutawney groundhog club website. On february 2, punxsutawney phil will see or not see his shadow. More web resources for teaching about groundhog day.
Includes a recording sheet for each booklet so kids can write their favorite sentences. Groundhog day printable worksheets page 1 abcteach. This book contains a collection of printable activities for use with children in preschool, prekindergarten. This literacy and math centers pack is perfect for kindergarteners during the month of february. Have a little fun poking your own groundhog out of the ground and singing a song with these popup puppets from mrs. Cut out the letters in the word groundhog and rearrange them to make 3, 4, and 5letter words. If the sun is shining and he sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter weather. Great paper saving alternative to traditional readers.
Groundhog day shape booklet 1 of 1 a fourpage groundhogshaped booklet with informational text about groundhog day. This is a cute book about what happens when groundhog is sick on his big day. Groundhog s day is celebrated in the usa on february 2 in punxsutawney, pennsylvania. Click here for step by step photo directions for assembly printing.
This unit contains 4 groundhog day themed flip books. The teach junkie holidays section is growing in numbers of pictured tutorials with free lesson plans for how to. A fourpage groundhogshaped booklet with informational text about groundhog day. Included is a printable student book 7 pages that is packed with studentfriendly information about groundhog day. In the most simple way possible it explains what groundhog day is. This will be the first time in 4 years that we actually get to celebrate groundhogs day in school we had snow days all. Introduce students to the concepts of sunlight and shadow with this fun groundhog day minibook. I am a first grade teacher and blogger at a cupcake for the teacher. Groundhog day mini book printablegroundhog, groundhog. If it is sunny, he will see his shadow and scoot back into his burrow for six more weeks of winter sleep. Students take a punxsutawney phil survey to predict if he will see his shadow. May 10, 2019 groundhog day worksheets kindergarten. Groundhog day groundhog day sight word fluency flip books color and black and white this set of flip books is included in my flip book mega bundle.
Free story of groundhog day coloring book homeschool giveaways. Groundhogs day and kindergarten go together like peanut butter and jelly. Ground hog day theme unit lessons, activity sheets. Click on the image below to see it in its own window close that window to return to this screen or right click and save image to your hard drive to print from your own image software at your convenience. Groundhog day sight words flip books colored black and white. Groundhog day theme activities, printables, centers and games for preschool, prek and kindergarten. First grade groundhog day worksheets activity book. Kindergarten groundhog day worksheets activity book. Groundhog sight word game board game and sight words to play with on groundhog day. I enjoy writing and crafting, so i love to create activities that tie both together. Follow along with grandma as she reads aloud groundhog day. I created a printable book with clip art i found online and will post the links of any other great ideas i find on the web. Groundhog day is coming and i for one am ready for spring. Jan 16, 2020 groundhog day activities for kindergarten and first grade.
Stick puppet and primary text we are excited to bring you 12 of our favorite groundhog day crafts, hopefully the little guy doesnt see his shadow. Jan 30, 2018 these groundhog day activities for kids are a great way to learn more about groundhogs, shadows, and more. Due to the additional writing options this activity could also be used in many different ways for a groundhog day lesson. Click here for step by step photo directions for assembly. Groundhog day booklet groundhog day activities groundhog. On february 2, it is believed that the groundhog comes out of his burrow. Groundhogs day like the poem, change to make easier. Im going to use your groundhog parts and size sequencing pages with my kindergarten class tomorrow. Groundhog day is one of those holidays that sneaks up on us fast. Groundhog day preschool no prep worksheets activities. Groundhog day math worksheets, lessons, and printables.
But, they give us a great opportunity to have engaging, rich activities in both literacy and math. On my blog i share classroom ideas, tips and tricks, and k2 teaching resources. Kidzone preschool and kindergarten itsy bitsy book groundhogs day. Ground hog day theme unit lessons, activity sheets, books.
Groundhog day crafts, worksheets and printable books. Use the hands and feet to create a groundhog, and add a cute poem start the day with groundhog pancakes make your own groundhog, groundhog, what do you see. I dont think there will be enough free printables to get you through a week, but youll definitely be able to pick and choose if you just want to do them on groundhogs day. Groundhog day groundhog day activities, kindergarten.
Create a groundhog shadow with this activity from owls and owls of fun prepare to have some chalk handy. Grab the story of groundhog day coloring booklevel b to help students discover the story of how a groundhog in a small town got to be famous. Preschool and kindergarten groundhog day crafts and activities. Groundhog day printable worksheet in the classroom or at home. Tons of fun groundhog day crafts, printables, and activities for kindergarten and grade. Editable sight word center ideas for kindergarten and 1st grade april 12. It seems that we have had a lot of celebrate in kindergarten recently. Groundhog day theme activities and printables for preschool and. The story of groundhog s day off for groundhog s day. Groundhog day bingo blank groundhog day printable book. This post contains affiliate links for your shopping convenience. Thank you so much for including a link to my groundhog 100s chart printable.
Heres a roundup of some of my favorite books from amazon. Story of groundhogs day off for groundhogs day kid book. Use this on february 2nd as morning work, a math center or just for a fun activity. Ive rounded up a collection of books about groundhog day to help you prepare to teach your students this fun american tradition. Groundhogs runaway shadow by david biedrzycki love groundhog day by gail gibbons. Looking for ideas for teaching your students about groundhog day. My kids enjoyed creating their own flip book animations, and designing homes for groundhogs using recycled materials. Students first cut, assemble and read the booklet that contains text and illustrations of words associated with groundhog day.
Groundhog day theme activities, centers, printables and games to make that can be used when planning lessons and curriculum for preschool, prek and kindergarten children. In my opinion this day is great for science and writing. The kids can put together cookies and pudding for this edible idea. Each center also includes a followup no prep page that you can use for early finishers, homework, an assessment, or as an extra center. If groundhog only works 1 day a year, why does he need a spa vacation. Groundhog day sequencing numbers 1s, 2s, 5s 10s for kindergarten. Groundhog paper craft with predictions worksheet or writing paper. Story booklet groundhog day groundhog day, groundhog day. Printable template to make a small book about the holidays for preschool and kindergarten aged children. Groundhog in a cup print poem to glue outside of cup. Some are geared for older children, but can be easily adapted for this age group. Youll find bookmarks, writing frames, posters and all sorts to brighten up the classroom or cheer up your writing projects below.
Its also one of those days that can sometimes seem hard to fit in. Groundhogs day is celebrated in the usa on february 2 in punxsutawney, pennsylvania. Such a fun collection of groundhog day activities for kids. Make groundhog day fun with these printable groundhog day activities. Kindergarten, preschool, and elementary school crafts. This fun groundhog sight word matching game is an engaging activity that is perfect for any time of year, but especially near groundhog day for some themed learning. Introduce the kids to a little bit of the history of groundhog day with this slideshow printable. Love will be in the air soon so now is a great time to start gathering ideas to celebrate. Kindergarten groundhog day groundhog day activities teaching kindergarten flip books mini books ground hog school holidays sight words booklet groundhog day please do not purchase this unit if you have already purchased the above bundle. The skills included in the groundhog day pack are most likely things your students are working on during january andor february. A fourpage groundhog shaped booklet with informational text about groundhog day. Tons of fun groundhog day crafts, printables, and activities for kindergarten and 1st grade. Groundhog day activities, crafts, and printables for preschool. Groundhog day activities for kindergarten and first grade.
This february 2, celebrate spring or cuddle up for six more weeks of winter with these fun books. Ever think that the kindergarten year moves from one special day to the next. These groundhog day activities for kids are a great way to learn more about groundhogs, shadows, and more. This book contains a collection of printable activities for use with children in preschool, pre kindergarten. Groundhog is tired of only been seen one day out of the year. This groundhog day craft is a great way to have your students predict about whether the groundhog will see his shadow or not. Patricks day summer sunflowers telling time thanksgiving three little pigs trains transportation turkey turtles usa valentines vegetables very busy spider very hungry caterpillar veterans day watermelon weather where the wild things are wild west wonder pets letter x xray zoo. The groundhog a booklet by mitchell willcox love this product to introduce groundhog day and teach simple facts to students. Owl diagnoses him with the flu and orders two days of bed rest. See more ideas about groundhog day, kindergarten groundhog day and groundhog day activities. Jan 28, 2020 i wanted to do some groundhog day activities last year, but we never got around to it. Fun childrens learning activities, including printable templates, for preschool, kindergarten and elementary school kids. Print groundhog day coloring pages see the category to find more printable coloring sheets.
Groundhog day preschool and kindergarten activities. Play with groundhog props in the light, making shadows. Groundhog day free printables by a cupcake for the teacher tpt. Groundhog day, valentines day, presidents day and american symbols, dental health, bees and flowers, bubble gum, cookies, and bears. Make wonderful, simple crafts about groundhogs using things found around the house. Fun groundhog day activities for kids the kindergarten connection. Please do not purchase this unit if you have already purchased the above bundle. Movable groundhog with a popsicle stick will have students acting out the groundhog day event from kindergarten smiles. Get free worksheets to help your class celebrate groundhogs day. If youre looking for a few last minute things for groundhog day, check out the groundhog mini unit from 2 teaching mommies.
Here are 16 ground hog day ideas that include making predictions, themed writing, games, treats and craftivities. Groundhog day is meant to be fun even if punxsutawney phil determines we will have six more weeks of winter. Groundhog day wordsearch, crossword puzzle, and more. Many of these activities include elements of science, engineering, math, and art. Groundhog day preschool and kindergarten activities kidssoup. Here is a fun printable little book about groundhogs to use with your kids for groundhog day. If it is cloudy, he will come out of his burrow and, tradition says, spring will start soon. Get free worksheets to help your class celebrate groundhog s day.
Plus, you can even add in some science and learn about how groundhogs live with bonus pages about the life cycle of the groundhog. Also included are suggestions for using the booklets and an assembly instruction page. Jan 01, 2019 groundhog s day and kindergarten go together like peanut butter and jelly. Groundhog day activity for kindergarten or preschool. Twentyfour coloring pages with large print copywork to trace is perfect. Jan 11, 2019 on february 2nd, groundhog day will sweep through many classrooms. Member content all grades be the first to find out about new content and worksheets posted to for little learners preschoolkindergarten circle time, storytime, singalongs, transitions, and plenty of early childhood activities. Browse over 170 educational resources created by teachings a hoot by nicole johnson in the official teachers pay teachers store. They use the posters and booklet to learn about the february 2nd holiday and groundhogs. I collected over 15 different simple groundhog day activities for preschoolers that can work in the classroom or at home. I reactivated the january 20142015 in case you are looking for just this book.
Between the 100th day of school and valentines day, groundhog day activities can easily get lost in the shuffle. Includes a groundhog day book, vocabulary, predicting, and writing activities. We learned a lot about groundhogs, we had tons of fun and we made a silly hat. Jan 26, 2017 there are even some cooking activities that work well for this day. Groundhog display and freebie a cupcake for the teacher. Groundhog day activities for preschool and kindergarten. Great for new teachers, student teachers, homeschooling and teachers who like creative ways to teach. Story of groundhogs day off for groundhogs day kid. This coloring page reinforces practice for addition sums to 10 in a fun way. Includes a groundhog activity sheet for students to fill out. Kids will learn about groundhog day, its origins, and the animal at the center of groundhog day in this informative and interesting picture book. This packet includesa groundhog day graphall of the t. Explore light and shadow in math, science, and art lessons and.
Groundhog day is another day that many kindergarten classes talk about. The activities were designed with kindergarten skills in mind. While the exact origins of groundhog day are not known, the tradition is believed to have started in pennsylvania in the late 1800s as an annual custom of settlers of german descent. I hope you find these free teachercreated resources and lesson plan ideas helpful. This activity includes a scoring system and is designed for. Story booklet groundhog day groundhog day, groundhog.
Groundhog day reading comprehension workbook with math worksheets. Also, you could use the search box to find what you want. Each page has coordinating clip art that can be colored by students. Groundhog s day is celebrated in canada and the united states on february 2nd each year. Pair with our sentence sorters for the year bundle groundhog sight word matching game this groundhog sight word matching game is perfect for any prek or kindergarten classroom. The story of groundhogs day off for groundhogs day. Check out these kindergarten groundhog day resources. By phil nast, retired middle school teacher and freelance writer. Groundhog day is a holiday celebrated on february 2 in the united states and canada. Groundhogs day crafts, songs, history and other ideas for children to celebrate this holiday. Heres a little booklet for you to print for groundhog day with a cute photo of a groundhog, and fill with facts, figures or stories.
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