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'Students need books that provide both windows and mirrors if we are going to create more readers, writers, and people who feel included and recognized, and who understand that the world is far richer than just their experiences alone. Seuss exclusively to encourage children to read a diverse range of books.Ī statement on the NEA website explains why Read Across America Day is no longer tied solely to The Cat in the Hat author: 'There's a growing need for schools and libraries to include and promote diverse books. However, in recent years, the NEA has distanced itself from promoting Dr. Read Across America Day is truly one of the largest celebrations of literacy this country has. He epitomizes a love of children and learning.

The program, he added, 'provides an excellent opportunity to work with parents and others in our communities to make a difference in the lives of our students.'Ĭhase also said: 'People of all ages love Dr.

Seuss died in 1991, seven years before Read Across America Day was first celebrated.Īt the time, Bob Chase, then-NEA president, said: 'We are calling for every child in every school in every community to be in the company of a book on Read Across America Day, in celebration of Dr. He wrote more than 60 books, with some of his most famous works including The Cat in the Hat and Green Eggs and Ham.ĭr. Seuss is one of America's most famous youth authors. Despite never having children himself, Dr. Seuss was born Theodor Seuss Geisel on March 2, 1904. When the day was first established, it was synonymous with the children's author.ĭr. It is a day to encourage children and teenagers to read and falls annually on March 2, which is also Dr. Read Across America Day was launched in 1998 by the National Education Association (NEA).

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