Groundhog Day Handprint Craft Activity

What better way to celebrate Groundhog Day than by using actual hands to create a fun and memorable craft? This Groundhog Day Handprint Craft Activity is the perfect mix of creativity, literacy, and adorable keepsakes. Students will use their own handprints (yes, their own—not the teacher’s!) to create a cute little groundhog. Then, they’ll pair it with a rhyming Groundhog Day poem to complete the masterpiece! Whether the groundhog sees its shadow or not, one thing is certain—this activity is full of fun, learning, and slightly messy hands!

Ways to Use:

• Classroom Craftivity: Perfect for a Groundhog Day-themed lesson.

• Literacy Connection: Students practice reading and poetry appreciation.

• Fine Motor Skills Fun: Tracing, cutting, and gluing help develop important skills.

• Take-Home Keepsake: A treasured memory (and proof that little hands were once this small!).

Why You’ll Love It:

✔ Engaging & Interactive – A hands-on way to learn about Groundhog Day.
✔ Easy Prep – Just print, grab some paint, and let creativity take over!
✔ Encourages Creativity – No two groundhogs will be the same!
✔ Adds a Personal Touch – Students will love making a craft that’s uniquely theirs.

Whether winter stays or spring arrives early, this activity will make Groundhog Day a celebration to remember!