The Groundhog Day Book of Facts and Fun

Plot Summary

Every February 2nd, people in the United States wait to see if Punxsutawney Phil, a groundhog living in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, will see his shadow and predict six more weeks of cold weather. But how can a groundhog predict the weather? And if it's winter, shouldn't he be hibernating? Are such predictions really accurate? Why is February 2nd so special? And do other groundhogs predict the weather? Wendie Old provides plenty of information about groundhogs and the origin of Groundhog Day in this book of facts and fun. Groundhog riddles and ideas for throwing a Groundhog Day party are included.

Reviews

"Peppered with quirky little boxed riddles, this look at the major hole-digging animal in the eastern US delivers the facts and fun it promises...A final page of riddles will leave readers grinning." Kirkus Reviews

"Why does a groundhog seeing his shadow mean six more weeks of winter? Old explains this and more in her informative book about Groundhog Day. ... Sprightly watercolor pictures jumping with cartoon-style groundhogs work hand in hand with the clearly stated information. Cute projects complete the package." Booklist

"...a science lesson on the seasons, background on groundhogs and their hibernating habits, silly riddles, and fun suggestions on how to celebrate this annual event are all provided along with fun and lively illustrations."
Children's Literature

Associated Keywords
february, holiday, groundhogs