Groundhog Day Fun!
A fun and educational worksheet for 4th graders to learn about the traditions and history of Groundhog Day.
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Groundhog Day Fun!
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Groundhog Day is a popular tradition celebrated on February 2nd each year in the United States and Canada. On this day, a groundhog is observed as it emerges from its burrow. According to folklore, if the groundhog sees its shadow due to clear weather, it will retreat to its burrow, and winter will continue for six more weeks. If it does not see its shadow due to cloudy weather, spring will arrive early.
1. On what date is Groundhog Day celebrated?
January 1st
February 2nd
March 15th
December 25th
2. What does it mean if the groundhog sees its shadow?
Spring will come early.
Winter will continue for six more weeks.
It will rain all day.
The groundhog will go back to sleep.
1. Groundhog Day is celebrated only in the United States.
True
False
2. If the groundhog does NOT see its shadow, spring will arrive early.
True
False
1. The most famous groundhog is Punxsutawney .
2. Groundhog Day is a tradition that comes from folklore.
1. Describe what happens on Groundhog Day and what the groundhog's actions are believed to predict.