Read Across America

Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading on March 2, the birthday of beloved children's author Dr. Seuss.

In cities and towns across the New Jersey, teachers, teenagers, librarians, politicians, actors, athletes, parents, grandparents, and others develop NEA's Read Across America activities to bring reading excitement to children of all ages.

Invite the Cat in the Hat to your school

How would you like a visit from the Cat in the Hat to help your school celebrate NEA's Read Across America? Well, NJEA members can now request a visit from the Cat himself right online. Visits begin in early February and continue through the end of March. You will be notified in January whether your school will receive a visit.  The deadline for inviting the Cat is November  15.

Tell us what you’re doing

Let us help promote your event in advance. Take a minute to let the Cat know how you plan to celebrate Read Across America in your school. Here are some suggestions on how to promote your event within your community.

Let us know how your event went

 E-mail us two or three of the best digital photos along with a description of your Read Across America celebration. Here's how...

Event ideas and resources

Visit NEA's Read Across America site for a host of event ideas, free downloadable resources, favorite books, and merchandise. See New Jersey local events by community and add your own pledge to participate.