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Get ready to celebrate the joy of reading during Read Across America Week, which takes place from March 1-5! This annual event was established in 1998 by the National Education Association as a way to promote literacy and encourage children to read. It's also held on the same day as beloved author Dr. Seuss' birthday, making it even more special for book lovers of all ages. From story time sessions to book fairs and themed dress-up days, there are plenty of ways to join in on the fun and spread the love for reading throughout your community. So grab your favorite book and let's celebrate this wonderful week together!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1998</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Read Across America</div><div class='timeline-text'>Established by the National Education Association (NEA), the Read Across America initiative aims to motivate children to read.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1999</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Full-scale Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first nationwide observation of Read Across America takes place, coinciding with Dr. Seuss' birthday on March 2.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Corporate Sponsors Join</div><div class='timeline-text'>Major companies and corporations began sponsoring the event, leading to better reach and more resources for reading programs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Green Eggs and Ham Record</div><div class='timeline-text'>A Guinness World Record was achieved for the largest online reading relay of 'Green Eggs and Ham' by Dr. Seuss, hosted during this week.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Presidential Proclamation</div><div class='timeline-text'>President Barack Obama proclaimed March 1st as Read Across America Day, highlighting the importance of the initiative on a national level.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Celebrations Go Virtual</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Read Across America activities transitioned to virtual formats, proving the flexibility and resilience of this literacy event.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a book exchange</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family to bring books they have already read and swap them with others. This is a great way to promote reading and discover new books.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a reading challenge</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Set a goal for yourself or your family to read a certain number of books during Read Across America Week. Make it even more fun by creating rewards for reaching milestones.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Dress up as your favorite book character</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Encourage everyone to dress up as their favorite book character and have a parade or costume contest. This is a great way to spark creativity and get everyone excited about reading.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local library or bookstore</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Support your community and visit a local library or bookstore during Read Across America Week. Pick out some new books to read and attend any special events or readings they may have.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read to someone else</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread the love of reading by reading to someone else, whether it be a younger sibling, a friend, or even a pet. This is a great way to share your favorite books and inspire others to read as well.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes literacy and reading</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Read Across America Week is dedicated to encouraging children and adults alike to pick up a book and read. It's a great way to emphasize the importance of literacy and encourage a love for reading in people of all ages.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Celebrates the works of Dr. Seuss</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During Read Across America Week, many schools and organizations choose to focus on the beloved children's author Dr. Seuss. This is a wonderful opportunity to introduce children to classic stories such as "The Cat in the Hat" and "Green Eggs and Ham."</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Brings communities together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Read Across America Week allows for schools, libraries, and community centers to come together and celebrate the joy of reading. These events often involve activities like storytimes, book fairs, and costume contests - creating a fun and engaging environment for participants.</p></div></div>
Read Across America Week is celebrated on March 2 every year. In 2024 Read Across America Week will occur on a Saturday.
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