Groundhog Day Paper craft for Kids

After a long winter, Groundhog Day offers hope for the first signs of spring. This charming occasion, observed on February 2 in the United States and Canada, serves as a lighthearted and festive break from the monotony of winter. If you find yourself unable to venture outdoors, why not create a fun groundhog craft right in the comfort of your own home?

Materials Required

To get started, gather the following materials:

  • Burnt orange and green colored papers (brown paper can be used as a substitute for orange)
  • Scissors
  • Glue
  • A straw or any stick-like object

groundhog craft for preschoolers

Crafting the Groundhog's Habitat

Let's begin by creating a grassy environment for our groundhogs to frolic in. Take the green paper and cut out a rectangle with the following dimensions: Length – 18cm, Breadth – 12cm.

grass cutout

Fold the paper in half to create a crease, then draw blades of grass on the paper.

drawing the grass

Crafting the Groundhogs

Next, grab the brown or orange construction paper and draw two adorable groundhogs. If drawing isn't your cup of tea, don't worry! You can download our free groundhog template by signing up using the form below. Once you have the template, let your child color the groundhogs to their heart's content.

cutting out the groundhogs

To bring our groundhogs to life, attach a straw (or any stick-like object) to the base of each cutout using glue.

groundhog cutouts with straws

Creating the Groundhog Playground

Open the folded grass cutout and place the groundhogs inside. This will create a playful scene where the groundhogs can slide left and right along the grass.

groundhog craft in action

Educational and Fun

This craft is perfect for preschoolers and even toddlers with a little help from their parents. Crafts not only provide entertainment and skill development but also offer a valuable opportunity to teach children about specific holidays and seasons. Through this craft, kids can learn about the significance of Groundhog Day and the arrival of spring.

Let us know how your craft session went in the comments below! If you enjoyed this craft, save it for later on your Pinterest board!

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