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Discover the history of Groundhog Day with a captivating video that details how the holiday came to be and spotlights the key role Punxsutawney Phil plays in the celebration.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the video's final question to lead a grand conversation
- Direct pupils to take notes and write a brief summary, review to gauge comprehension
- Watch the video before Groundhog Day and ask learners to predict what will happen, then watch the televised program to observe the outcome
Classroom Considerations
- Groundhog Day takes place on February 2nd
- Closed captioning provides additional support
Pros
- Graphics and sound effects are engaging
- Provides links to download and share easily
Cons
- None