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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe perfect Groundhog Day activities for preschoolers and toddlers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I think these little rodents are absolutely adorable. In Russian, they are called, “sarok.” This week we are getting ready for Groundhog’s Day with a few kid’s activities and crafts. Science, reading, and crafting Groundhog Day Ideas!!!! <\/p>\n\n\n
- Groundhog Day Picture Books for Young Kids<\/a><\/li>
- Groundhog Day Snack<\/a><\/li>
- Shadow Puppet Groundhog Science Play and Learning<\/a><\/li>
- Fun and easy Groundhog day activities for preschoolers!<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n
Groundhog Day Hand Print Craft and Poem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This poem and hand print craft from Play With Me<\/a> was soooo cute, that I typed it out and printed to sing with the kids. As a kindergarten teacher, we did something similar every year. <\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe children become familiar with the songs and are soon able to connect the written word to the words they are singing. I automatically find myself pointing to the words as we sing them! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This one goes to the tune of “I’m a Little Teapot”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Groundhog Day Picture Books for Young Kids<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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- The Night Before Groundhog Day<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Groundhog Day!<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Substitute Groundhog<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Who Will See Their Shadows This Year?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Groundhog Day (Hello Reader Level 1)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Groundhog’s Runaway Shadow<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Groundhog Day book companion printables<\/a> are perfect to use as you read the well known book by Gail Gibbons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Groundhog Day Snack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
I usually try to have at least one fun snack a week and this is my silly attempt at a groundhog! Although these bear buns were just adorable and could easily pass for a groundhog – I wasn’t in the mood to bake the last couple of days, so the standby Ritz (and baby Ritz) crackers, peanut butter, and raisins came out! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
My 5 year old said that it looked more like a bear, and I agree, but asked her to use her imagination and to just eat it!!! Do let me know if there are some other cute Groundhog day snack ideas! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients Needed: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Ritz<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Mini Ritz<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Peanut butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Raisins<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Directions: <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spread, add, and eat! It’s so easy, the kids can help make these little groundhog cracker snacks!<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThis Free Printable Build a Groundhog<\/a> is the perfect craft for kids to enjoy on February 2nd!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shadow Puppet Groundhog Science Play and Learning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
We had a lot of shadow puppet play this week! It encourages creative thinking and is a great way to talk about shadows. We also played outside at different times during the day and talked about how our shadow changes depending on where the sun is. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
My 2 year old just stares at me and then will repeat a word like “shadow,” so I don’t really know exactly how much he does or does not understand! I just know that vocabulary is so important in life and learning to read. Maybe he doesn’t get it this time, but I know that he is building these little vocabulary files in his head and that they will make connections when he is ready! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
More Groundhog Day crafts here<\/a> or grab this free printable Groundhog Day hat<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Add a little math fun to the day with this adorable groundhog day shape craft<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nAnd don’t worry, I don’t just do crafty\/ cutesy projects all week. We have a LOT of outside free play, open ended art projects, dirt play, Legos and pretend play too. These are just as, if not more important for toddler development!!!! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Remember – it really doesn’t matter WHAT you do with your kids, just that you ARE doing it with your kids. YES, it is easier have them watch a television show, but if you take that time to snuggle up and read or play with them – you are making so much more of a connection with them. And I believe that parents are not told enough of what an amazing job they are doing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are reading this and you are playing with your kid this week – you rock! Give yourself a hug, a smile, or maybe a cup of hot-chocolate as a treat. You are amazing!!!!!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fun and easy Groundhog day activities for preschoolers! <\/h3>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nPS – Another cute Groundhog Day post with ideas here!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Groundhog Day!<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Groundhog Day Snack<\/a><\/li>
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