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Groundhogs Across America (Hardcover, ) Ages 9-12 10/13/2016
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peartreebo said: Story: Historical adventure of 21 groundhogs including Punxsutawney Phil that forecast spring. Their trails and tales take twists and turns on the way to discovery. Story Within a Story ©. Along the way watch out for impostors uncovered by the Under-Groundhog Spy Network. 44 pages With full color photographs Locator map, dictionary, and sheet music with lyrics. “Where Are You, Punxsutawney?” adapted for each groundhog. Interest: Adds to appeal of the only U.S. holiday named after an animal. Broadens awareness of how groundhog messages are communicated. Contributes to the folklore of Groundhog Day celebrations and festivities across America Diversity of forecasting groundhogs – their nuances, seasonal habitats and locale. Environmental impact of climate and weather on predictions. Focus on how traditional customs of a holiday evolve and expand. Theme Diversity, acceptance, decision-making, and the impact groundhogs have in predicting spring
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