NEA's Read Across America 2008

NEA's Read Across America was created in 1998 to encourage children to read daily. Celebrated on March 2, Dr. Seuss's birthday, special events raise awareness about the importance of parents reading with their children. Older children are reminded to read independently for pleasure as well as for schoolwork.

It's our tradition to celebrate Read Across America in New Hampshire with a program at the State House, in which two fourth-graders represent each Senate district. This year's event will occur on Thursday, March 6. Participating schools have been selected for 2008, but you will have a chance to nominate your school next fall for the 2009 event.

Find out about year-round reading activities and instructional tools at NEA's Web page. While you are there, pledge to participate so schools and organizations can learn from your ideas. Get stickers for your students (public schools and partners only, please) by printing and completing an order form. Fax the form to Lonnie Bean at 603-224-2648, or e-mail the infomation specified to .

One important note: please read carefully: Logo use and licensing guidelines. Our ability to offer Read Across America depends on adherence to the copyright rules of the Seuss Foundation, which licenses the use of Cat in the Hat for our Read Across America logo. If you plan a celebration, help us continue this wonderful program by respecting the rules.

Updated January 25, 2008