The Story of Punxsutawney Phil, "the Fearless Forecaster"
- ISBN-10
- 0961781920
- ISBN-13
- 9780961781927
- Category
- Juvenile Nonfiction / Holidays & Celebrations / General
- Pages
- 64
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1987
- Publisher
- Literary Publications
- Authors
- Julia Spencer Moutran, Julia F. Spencer
Description
Children will thoroughly enjoy this timeless story about the Groundhog King, Punxsutawney Phil, & his dramatic emergence on Groundhog Day. Two chapter stories recreate the busy world of Phil & his family--from making their underground burrow to preparing for & actually hibernating. Designed to be read aloud with beautiful line-drawings, two color interior, of rural Pennsylvania & Amish countryside. Includes a reproducible groundhog trivia game, & a section on the History of Groundhog Day in America. Fully musical audiocassette includes authentic woodchuck whistle & warble. ANIMATION in progress for CORONET FILMS, INC. "This warm, delightful tale not only informs young people about the interesting traits of the groundhog but, more critically, contributes to a child's understanding of the importance of family & the need to work together & to care for one another."--Jack Short, Past President, AMERICAN LIBRARY TRUSTEE ASSOCIATION. "Science fun at its best! Dr. Moutran's enchanting story of Punxsutawney Phil is both fun & scientifically enlightening. Highly recommended reading for those who love to feel & learn at the same time & to teach these fundamentals of life to young readers & listeners."--Ann Leuthner, PRENTICE-HALL, INC.
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