Make a groundhog craft with this easy cut-and-paste printable for kids. A fun Groundhog Day activity with simple steps, perfect for classrooms or home.
This build a groundhog craft is a fun and easy activity for kids. It is perfect for Groundhog Day or winter learning. Kids get to color, cut, and glue their own groundhog.
I love crafts like this because they are simple. They keep kids busy and kids make a cute craft.
First, print the craft on paper. Cardstock works too if you want it sturdier.
Next, let kids color all the pieces. Brown, tan, and gray work well. Kids can also be creative and choose any colors they like.
Then, cut out each piece. Younger kids may need help with this step.
Finally, glue the pieces together. Let it dry. Then it’s ready to display.
Learning Ideas to Go with the Craft
This craft is also great for a learning activity and it pairs well with Groundhog Day.
Ask your kids simple questions while they make the craft, such as:
- Where do groundhogs live?
- What do groundhogs do in winter?
- What is a burrow?
Where You Can Use This Craft
This build a groundhog craft works in many settings.
- Classrooms
- Homeschool lessons
- Library story time
- At-home fun
It also makes a cute bulletin board display.
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Supplies Needed
- Groundhog template (link below)
- Crayons, colored pencils, or markers
- Scissors
- Glue
How To Make the Groundhog Craft
Step 1: Print
Print the build-a-groundhog template on 8.5″ x 11″ paper. See link below.
Step 2: Color
Color the parts of the groundhog using crayons, markers, or colored pencils.
Step 3: Cut
Carefully cut out the groundhog craft pieces.
Step 4: Glue together
Glue on the eyes, nose, and ears first. Then glue the head to the body. Finally, glue the feet to the body.
Let the glue dry completely.
Books About Groundhogs
Here are some books kids will enjoy before or after making this craft:
- Groundhog Gets a Say — A fun story about Groundhog Day and friendship.
- Groundhog Weather School — Teaches kids about weather and why groundhogs are part of the tradition.
- Go to Sleep, Groundhog! — A sweet bedtime story with funny groundhog moments.
Groundhog Craft
This groundhog craft is for personal use or classroom use only. It cannot be altered or sold. Click on the link for the craft template.
More Groundhog Crafts
This groundhog headband makes a great Groundhog Day activity.
Make this paper plate groundhog craft with your kids.
