NEA's Read Across America
Mark your calendars: March 1, 2013 is NEA's Read Across America Day
The Cat in the Hat is Back!
"Grab your Hat and Read with the Cat" will be the 2013 theme of NEA's Read Across America celebration as we return to the beloved Dr. Seuss tale of mischief and celebrate the joy of reading across the nation on Friday, March 1, this year's official Read Across America Day.
We're busy putting together new resources and materials and will be posting them in the coming weeks and the Cat is getting ready to hit the road, plus the Read Across America team will soon have a new Read Across America calendar poster, new certificates, bookmarks and other resources for your celebrations.
And stay tuned for new and exciting announcements from NEA's read Across America as we celebrate our 16th year of building a nation of readers and sharing our love of reading.
New Seuss store and Cat-a-log
Looking to decorate your school and classroom in Seussian style? NEA Member Benefits has created a new online Seuss store for your celebration. You'll find one of the largest selection of Dr. Seuss products including reading awards, pencils, decore, and so much more. NEA members will get a special 20% discount with no minimum order required plus FREE Shipping for any order of $25 or more.
Looking for Books?
If you serve a high needs student population and are in need of books for your reading event, check out the First Book Marketplace, run by Read Across America partner First Book. They have books by Dr. Seuss and many of your favorite authors at significant discounts. And if you qualify, sign up to become a First Book recipient of free books.Join the Read Across America Fan and Cause pages on Facebook
Help us spread the word and build a nation of readers! Through the Read Across America Facebook fan page and cause page you'll be able to share photos, videos, and ideas, plus hear the latest news from NEA's Read Across America and its partners.Ready for your 15 minutes of Fame?
How about sending your latest video to SchoolTube? It can be your own music reading video, book trailer, or coverage of a recent event. SchoolTube has created a Read Across America channel just for you. To sign up and share your videos, go to SchoolTube.
About NEA’s Read Across America
The National Education Association is building a nation of readers through its signature program, NEA’s Read Across America. Now in its 16th year, this year-round program focuses on motivating children and teens to read through events, partnerships, and reading resources.
"You're never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read with a child."
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NEA 2012 Read Across America Results Report
Read Across America Results Report (pdf, 69 pgs)
Presidential Proclamation
White House Salutes Read Across America 2012 (PDF, 1 pg)
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NEA VP Lily Eskelsen Promotes Reading on D.C.’s NBC 4
NEA Vice President Lily Eskelsen appears on WRC-TV in Washington, D.C. to talk about the importance of reading on NEA’s Read Across America Day.
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Join The Lorax Cast and Read for the Trees!
The cast of the upcoming film Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax is sharing their love of reading and promoting NEA’s Read Across America and March 2, NEA’s Read Across America Day. Many thanks to Taylor Swift, Betty White, Zac Efron, Danny DeVito, and Ed Helms.
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Join The Lorax Cast and Read for the Trees!
The cast of the upcoming film Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax is sharing their love of reading and promoting NEA’s Read Across America and March 2, NEA’s Read Across America Day. Many thanks to Taylor Swift, Betty White, Zac Efron, Danny DeVito, and Ed Helms.
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