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We just happened to read this the day after Groundhog Day and since Julia's a little older now (5) I explained what that day is. I don't think either of us realized that this fit with the time of year when we grabbed it to read. We actually grabbed it because we're trying to read all of the books she owns before getting more out from the library. (Not working just yet but I still have hope.) This is a cute little story about Gregory the Groundhog who is so shy that he's friends with Shadow, his
Gregory emerges from his burrow one day, and is frightened by a mysterious shadow. In his haste to get away, he becomes separated from his own shadow. This is a cute story revolving around the Groundhog Day celebration. Freeman's artwork is simple, yet evocative. I loved his depictions of the dapper Gregory:And, of the frosty winter landscape:
This was cute, but don't read it on Groundhog's Day. Read it the day before; when the story takes place. *winkAges: 3 - 5#groundhogday
Simple, but it is a bit long for preschoolers and they lost interest quickly. The text is also small, so the 4-5 year olds can't read it by themselves.
3.5 STARS There are so few picture books out there on Groundhog Day and, even though this isn't really a remarkable story otherwise, I would recommend this if you're looking for a Groundhog Day picture book. It's nowhere near the genius of Freeman's Corduroy, but this book was also published posthumously so perhaps he hadn't the time to perfect it. In any case, it's a fun little story with a bit of adventure and a nice theme of friendship.
Cute shadow about a groundhog who goes outside his burrow with his shadow and feels brave. But he gets scared and runs back in so fast, he leaves his shadow behind. His shadow walks around trying to figure out what to do. At last they are reunited and happy but the next day is Groundhog day. The farmers won't be happy if he sees his shadow. So he has his shadow hide behind him, and everyone is happy. And brave.
Both the Groundhog and his shadow are separate characters in this unique story for the holiday.
Gregory Groundhog and his shadow get separated, which is impossible of course, but it happens in this story. Then Gregory realizes that Shadow is missing and goes to look for him. But when Gregory finds Shadow, he doesn't even recognize his best friend. There's another impossible feat at the end of the book. The illustrations could really use some cuteness to brighten up this picture book.
A little long for the youngest early elementary kids. Didn't go over well for a kindergarten read-aloud, but a sweet story nonetheless.
What the heck. All of these groundhog books are garbage.
This was a long story that I not only didn't like but also don't think would interest a child much. Maybe it would, but probably not. Try it if you think I'm wrong but this story wasn't great anyway.
A groundhog loses his shadow on groundhog day so goes out to search for it. It's not a complicated plot but this is a nice enough story with some lovely wintery scenes.Read on open library.
2.5 stars
Gregory is a shy groundhog, but having a friend like Shadow who goes with him everywhere gives him confidence. On the day before Groundhog Day, Gregory gets scared by a mysterious shadow waving its arms. In his rush to get back home, Gregory accidently leaves Shadow behind. Shadow has to fend for himself out in the cold and snowy day while waiting for Gregory to come find him.I thought the idea of a groundhog's shadow that gets left behind was a little cheesy - even though it did work for Peter
I thought that this children’s picture book was endearing. This book is a great way for students to learn more about Ground Hog’s day. It talks about how the ground hog may see its shadow which means the winter will run longer. However, if the ground hog does not see its shadow, the winter will only last 6 more weeks. This story also teaches children not to go out and wander by themselves. Shadow got lost and was very frightened. Luckily, he was found and made it back to his family. I think that...
This is an awesome kids story about groundhogs day. So cute :)
I like this book because Gregory loses his shadow, like in Groundhog's Runaway Shadow.
I'm not sure about this book. It's a Groundhog's Day book... and it's ok. But I've never felt the need for a Groundhog's Day book.
I'm looking for a Groundhog's Day book. I guess this one will do.
Adorable pictures. Of course. It's Don Freeman! (Of Corduroy fame.) The story is all right. Had moments where it didn't work for me. Otherwise it's fine. A different groundhog story than I'm used to. I'm trying to figure out how the kids will like it and how much they'll understand. Not sure, but worth having on display at least.2/5/14: The twist of the shadow being the one left behind kept this from being too similar to the other shadow books, but I think some kids got confused as to who/what t...
