"Readers will learn about the origin of the holiday in Europe and how it was brought to the United States. Also discussed are the characteristics of groundhogs, as well as the famous groundhogs Punxsutawney Phil and Canada's Wiarton Willie."-- Publisher's website.

Includes index.

What is groundhog day? -- Right or wrong -- An important time -- What are groundhogs? -- A special date -- Famous groundhogs -- Groundhog day today -- Groundhog facts.