Read Across America
*Read Across America Day is Monday, March
2, 2009*
GMS will be celebrating Read Across America the week of March 2nd-March 6th,
2009. Keep checking back for further updated information as Read Across America
draws closer.
What is NEA’s Read Across America?
A program of the National Education Association (NEA). NEA’s Read Across
America Day--celebrated annually on Dr. Seuss's birthday, March 2. It generates
enthusiasm for reading nationwide and focuses the country’s attention
on how important it is to motivate children to read. Reading opens the doors
to achievement, and Read Across America Day celebrations—whether large
or small—are crucial building blocks toward making the joys of reading
an integral part of every child’s life.
Why Celebrate Dr. Seuss?
Dr. Seuss is one of the most beloved children’s book author of all time.
His use of rhyme makes his books an effective tool for teaching young children
the basic skills they need to be successful and develop a life-long love of
reading. Celebrating Dr. Seuss and reading sends a clear message to our children
that reading is both fun and important.