HomeMy Public PortalAboutAB 22-046 Read across America ProclamationMcCALL CITY COUNCIL 216 East Park Street
AGENDA BILL McCall, Idaho 83638
Number AB 22-046
Meeting Date February 24, 2022
AGENDA ITEM INFORMATION
SUBJECT:
Request to Proclaim March 2, 2022 as National Education Association’s Read Across America Day
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SUMMARY STATEMENT:
Every year, the month of March is National Reading Month. The start of this is initiated with ‘Read Across America Day’ on March 2, which is also the birthday of one of the most beloved
children’s book authors of all time — Dr. Seuss. Reading stories and antics about his wonderful characters is a rite of passage, and the perfect way to get children interested in reading
books. Read Across America Day is more so a reading program, which calls upon everyone to read and engage with children to make reading a more fun and interactive experience. From the
time when the building blocks of our character are laid, to adulthood when we seek to escape from the humdrum of daily life in the pages of a book, reading plays an integral role in
shaping us into who we are. With the advent of smartphones and tablets, it is more essential than ever to motivate children to read. The National Education Association (NEA) has been
leading the Read Across America initiative since 1998.
This year the McCall City Library will host a special Dr. Seuss themed story time at 10:30 am, complete with “Red Fish Blue Fish”, snacks, and a free book for each child to choose and
take home. Everyone is welcome.
Barbara Morgan Elementary will be recognizing the event by hosting a fun Virtual Paint Night for their elementary students on Thursday March 3rd. On March 4th the day will be celebrated
with a school wide “Drop Everything and Read” moment where everyone (including adults) must stop and read!
The proclamation is attached.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Proclaim March 2, 2022 as Read Across America Day in McCall and authorize the Mayor to sign the proclamation.
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