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Celebrate the legendary Dr. Seuss on Read Across America Day with a plethora of activities set to five stories—The Cat in the Hat, The Lorax, Horton Hears a Who, Oh, the Places You'll Go!, and Green Eggs and Ham. Activities include read-alouds, mobiles, reading gardens, and more!
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Instructional Ideas
- Invite parents and guardians to assist learners on Read Across America Day
- Visit the library to check out, or download on to mobile learning devices, a collection of Dr. Seuss books to browse when time permits
- Feature one story a day the week of March 2nd
Classroom Considerations
- March 2nd marks Read Across America, also known as Dr. Seuss's birthday
- Activity materials vary depending on which one, or ones, you choose to implement
- Consider classroom allergies prior to bringing in food
Pros
- Celebrity picks boost readers' engagement
- Comes with a certificate of completion
- Activity ideas include brief, yet detailed descriptions
Cons
- None