Groundhog Paper Bag Puppet Craft [Free Template]
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It’s nearly February and Groundhog’s Day is almost here! That’s why we’re sharing this cute and easy Groundhog paper bag puppet craft for kids. This craft is a fun way to celebrate with the kids. You can teach them about why Groundhog’s Day is celebrated and what it means if the groundhog sees his shadow or not!
And, if you’re looking for even more craft ideas, browse through all of our animal crafts for kids. Be sure to download our free printable template to easily make this project with your kids or students.
Groundhog’s Day Craft For Kids
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Groundhog Craft Supplies
- Paper Bags
- Colored cardstock or construction papaer
- Glue
- Scissors
- Groundhog template (click the “click here to get this freebie” image at the end to open the form)
How To Make A Groundhog Puppet
Begin by downloading the groundhog template. Once it’s downloaded, go ahead and print it out. Now before the kids can start making the groundhog, they’ll need to cut out the pieces that they will be using.
Start by having your kids glue the head to the flap portion of the paper bag. Next up, we’re going to give our groundhog some eyes! Help them glue the eyes just above the nose.
Let’s not forget those cute ears! Assist your kids in positioning the inner ears in the middle of the outer ears and gluing them in place.
Have the kids glue the teeth just below the mouth line.
It’s time to give the little groundhog its body! Help your kids glue the groundhog body onto the remaining portion of the brown paper bag.
Finally, let’s complete the groundhog! Help your kids to position the belly in the middle of the body and glue it in place. Then, have them stick the arms at the top of the body. And there we have it – their very own groundhog puppet is ready for action!
Now your child has a fun paper bag groundhog puppet they can play with and enjoy! Be sure to check out our other paper bag crafts for your kids while you’re here!
More Groundhog’s Day Ideas
Groundhog’s Day is such a fun holiday to celebrate, don’t you think? It’s also a great topic to explore and learn more about with your kids! If you’re looking for some crafts and activities to make the day even more special, keep reading to discover some of our favorite Groundhog’s Day ideas.
Groundhog Day Books
Learn more about groundhogs and the story of Groundhog’s Day with these groundhog books for kids. Get these Groundhog’s Day book companions from Amazon or reserve them from the local library!
The Night Before Groundhog Day – Help kids understand what Groundhog’s Day is all about with this fun, rhyming book!
Grumpy Groundhog – This is a humorous book about a groundhog who just doesn’t want to wake up for everyone to see on Groundhog’s Day. What will happen? Will he make it to the surface for everyone to see???
Groundhog Gets A Say – This funny book looks at all the other things groundhogs can do outside of Groundhog’s Day!
Crafts For Groundhog Day
Torn Paper Groundhog Craft – While you wait to see how many weeks of winter are left, get crafty with your kids and make this torn paper groundhog craft! This cute little guy is made from scraps of paper, making it a great activity for using up extra supplies you have lying around.
Groundhog Cup Craft – This Groundhog Day craft will work your kids’ fine motor skills as they cut and glue the pieces to make a sweet groundhog! Include this craft in your lesson plans or use it as a fun activity for your family to do together on Groundhog Day.
Groundhog Name Craft – Our Groundhog name craft is perfect for little learners who are just starting to recognize and spell their names. It’s a great craft idea for young children to enjoy, as it’s simple, fun, and educational!
Groundhog Headband Craft – Kids of all ages will have so much fun creating their very own Groundhog Day headband! Use our free template and simple step-by-step instructions to create this adorable headband craft. This craft is perfect for kiddos who love pretend play and dressing up!
Groundhog Day Activities
Our Groundhog Day color by numbers are a great way to entertain your kids while you wait for Punxsutawney Phil to give his predictions!
These worksheets are packed full of color-coded fun that’ll keep your little ones engaged and learning. We love using these printables as a simple morning work or quiet time activity!
Your kids will love getting some hands-on fine-motor practice with these Groundhog Day coloring pages! It doesn’t matter if it’s a rainy or sunny day, these coloring pages are perfect for keeping your little ones entertained. Just print them out and let them color in these cute groundhog characters!
Are you looking for a fun way to incorporate some educational content into your Groundhog Day celebration? Try our groundhog cutting practice worksheets! Each page features a groundhog-themed puzzle for kids to practice using scissors. Not only will this improve their fine motor skills, but it also helps with hand-eye coordination.
This Groundhog Day printable pack is full of kindergarten activities that’ll keep your kids busy. From counting practice to a color by letter worksheet, there’s something for every child! These printables are the best way to celebrate February 2nd while also sneaking in some learning!
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Groundhog Paper Bag Puppet Craft
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Materials
- Brown paper bag
- Colored cardstock or construction paper
- Glue
- Scissors
- Groundhog template
Instructions
- Download the groundhog template, print, and cut out the pieces you need.
- Glue the head to the flap portion of the paper bag, then glue the eyes just above the nose.
- Place the inner ears in the middle of the outers ears and glue in place.
- Take the teeth and glue them down just below the mouth line.
- Glue the groundhog body onto the remaining portion of the brown paper bag.
- Position the belly in the middle of the body and glue it in place, then glue the arms at the top of the body.
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Such a cute idea. Love this for my class!
Oh, thanks! Hope they have fun!
For some reason when im requesting for the template doesn’t send it
Since you’re already an email subscriber, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of any post and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page. It’s only the first time that it’s sent to your email 🙂
Id love to try this with my class 🙂
Please do! If you’re looking for the template, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you ?.
Would love to tie this activity with a book for my students with developmental disabilities.
Yes, please do!
So adorable and simple. I love it!
Thanks, Kristy!
This craft is so cute but there isn’t a spot for me to enter my email unless I comment.
Thanks! It’s under the heading titled, “Free Groundhog Template” above the comments section. Usually, if it shows a blank space there, then you have a firewall blocking it from appearing. If you can allow the page or try from a personal device, you should be able to see it.
Can I please have the template for the groundhog?
Since you’re already an email subscriber, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of any post and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page ?
Hello,
I really like the Groundhog Paper Bag template and I would like to get one for my son’s school project.
Thank you.
Of course! Since you’re already an email subscriber, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of any post and it’ll automatically redirect you to the download page ?
Trying to get the template.
All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you ?
great activity for my little ones
Oh, great!
So cute!!! And so simple!
Thanks! Yes, easy enough for the little ones 🙂
Would love to use it for my class!
Awesome! If you need the template, all you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you ?
I would like to get the template but am not sure how to get the download.
Of course! All you need to do is enter your email in the form at the end of this post to have the link sent to you ? It will be right above the comments section.
Hermosas cosas para trabajar con los niños en casa durante el aislamiento y puedan así divertirse.
Thanks! Hope it keeps them busy!
these are great for my day program for adults with disabilities
So glad to hear that!