Groundhog Day (New & Updated) -- Gail Gibbons

<b>Will he see his shadow? Will spring come early or late? But most importantly-- what does a groundhog have to do with the weather?</b> <p/>Every year on February 2nd, people all across the United States watch groundhogs come out of their burrows-- especially in the town of Punxsutawney-- trying to figure out if the weather will stay cold, or begin to warm up. <p/>In <i>Groundhog Day!</i>, children's nonfiction master Gail Gibbons delves into the history behind this unusual holiday, and examines the ancient traditions that evolved into our modern holiday. <p/>With her signature combination of simple, clear text and bright illustrations, Gibbons introduces everything you need to know about groundhogs, too-- what they eat, where they live, and how they raise their young. <p/>An overview of different Groundhog Day traditions around the country is included, as well as a page of groundhog trivia. A perfect introduction to this unique celebration!<br><br><b>Author:</b> Gail Gibbons<br><b>Publisher:</b> Holiday House<br><b>Published:</b> 01/25/2022<br><b>Pages:</b> 32<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.90lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 10.30h x 10.10w x 0.40d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780823450909<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 4-8<br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>According to<i> The Washington Post</i>, Gail Gibbons has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children's writer-illustrator. Ms. Gibbons has published more than 100 informational titles, inc