Ready for Read Across America

March is just around the corner and I'm putting the finishing touches on our plans for Read Across America week.  Here's what the week looks like:

Day Dr. Seuss Book School Activity for the Day
What to Wear
Monday, March 6th Daisy-head Mayzie Dr. Seuss Games (during recess) Crazy Hair Day!
Tuesday March 7th The Sneeches Sign the Pledge to Read
THE MAYOR OF FONTANA WILL BE HERE TO TAKE THE PLEDGE!		 Twin Day!
Wednesday,
March 8th		 I am NOT Going to Get Up Today! *Reading Under the Stars,
Special Event at 5:30pm		 Pajama Day!
Thursday, March 9th I can read with my eyes shut! Reading Buddies Bring Your Favorite Book Day!
Friday, March 10th   Cat in the Hat Door Decorating Contest Dress Like a Book Character Day!

I am so thankful for our school organizations that are participating by sponsoring events, and taking the lead on some of the activities.  ASB and PTA have both answered the call to help, organize, and purchase items needed for the week.
Our big community event for Read Across America this year is our "Reading Under the Stars" read aloud event.  We have invited our families to bring their chairs and blankets and enjoy an hour of story time with our guest storytellers.  The PTA will be serving cookies and cocoa (and coffee for the adults).  Here's hoping for weather that cooperates!
Here's the Flyer for the evening event:
If you haven't prepared anything yet for Read Across America, there's still time.  Elementary Librarian has seven suggestions for how to celebrate this national event, in which we recognize Dr. Seuss' contribution to children's literacy.  And, Seussville.com also have plenty of activities and printouts.
Whatever you do to celebrate Read Across America in March, don't forget to have fun, share a book, and remember that we do it to share our love of reading and all things Dr. Seuss!



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