Scholastic Reader Level 1: Groundhog Day

by Betsy Lewin

Will Phil the groundhog see his shadow?

It is Groundhog Day! Will Phil, the groundhog,
see his shadow? Or is spring on its way? Read this fun, colorful story to find out what happens to the adorable groundhog! This Level 1 early reader is written and illustrated by Betsy Lewin, the bestselling illustrator of the Caldecott Honor Book CLICK, CLACK, MOO: COWS THAT TYPE.

Genres: Holiday, Picture Books, Fiction, Fantasy, Animals, Childrens

32 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1948

Reviews

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a cute easy to read beginners book it talks about a groundhog named fill who comes out to tell us if its going to be spring or winter an he comes out an doesnt see his shadow so he stays out a people cheer and took pictures but when the flash hit him he saw his shadow and runs into his hole. So it turns out its not the weather but he's only afraid of his shadow

[Suzie · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Groundhog Day holiday fascinates my kids. It was fun reading this book with them.

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute holiday book

[Erica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read about Phil and if he sees his shadow. When someone takes a picture of him what will that mean?

[Pinky · Rating 3 out of 5]

It turns out Phil is afraid of his own shadow.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a cute, easy to read beginner book on Groundhog Day, but not the best.

[Cara · Rating 3 out of 5]

This simple beginning reader explains the basic premise for the celebration of Groundhog Day, portraying the moment when Phil the groundhog looks for his shadow. Sweet, watercolor illustrations on a white background add to the book’s clean, simple nature. The text has some repetition among the words, but the inclusion of a few contractions may make it difficult for some readers. New readers in grades K-2, especially animal lovers, will enjoy learning about Groundhog Day from this short informational book.

[Erika · Rating 3 out of 5]

This would be a great starter book for new readers, but I didn't feel like it was very engaging or interesting. The story line is sub-par. However, it is an easy read and a quick way for children to learn the basic idea of groundhog's day.

[Madison · Rating 3 out of 5]

Groundhog day is highly celebrated in my household, mostly because it's my husband's birthday. That is why I decided to read it in the first place. I really like the way it explains why the groundhog runs back into his cave.

[Brenda Kahn · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book, originally published in 2000 has been repackaged as a level one early reader. The text is simple and humorous, complimented by humorous line drawings featuring a cute groundhog who is actually afraid of his shadow.

[Theresa · Rating 3 out of 5]

a cute story talking about the pagentry and ideas with groundhog day

[Mandy Robek · Rating 3 out of 5]

A simple story to share the folklore of Groundhog Day

[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Best Groundhog day book for younger kids.