![]() ![]() Seuss in his Read Across America Day proclamation. Gene Lester/Gettyīiden did not mention Dr. Seuss (Theodor Seuss Geisel, 1904-1991) works on illustrations for one of his children's books at his desk at home in La Jolla, California, April 1957. Seuss-an American icon of literature-and impart his wisdom on our Nation's young people: 'You're off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so.get on your way!'"Īmerican author and illustrator Dr. In 2020, Trump said: "On this Read Across America Day, we recall the motivational words of Dr. Seuss has delighted and inspired children while teaching them to read, to dream, and to care." Seuss has brought so much joy, laughter and enchantment into children's lives all around the globe for generations. Seuss to children at a hospital.Īt the time, the former first lady said: "Dr. Seuss in every Read Across America Day proclamation except in 2017 when first lady Melania Trump read Dr. President Donald Trump continued the tradition by mentioning Dr. ![]() ![]() "And for older lovers of literature, he reminded us not to take ourselves too seriously, creating wacky and wild characters and envisioning creative and colorful places." "Through a prolific collection of stories, he made children see that reading is fun, and in the process, he emphasized respect for all pushed us to accept ourselves for who we are challenged preconceived notions and encouraged trying new things and by example, taught us that we are limited by nothing but the range of our aspirations and the vibrancy of our imaginations. Seuss-used his incredible talent to instill in his most impressionable readers universal values we all hold dear. Then in 2016, Obama called Seuss "one of America's revered wordsmiths," and said "Theodor Seuss Geisel-or Dr. Seuss books still inspire children throughout the world to read." In 2009, Obama said: "On Read Across America Day, we partner with the National Education Association and mark the birthday of Theodor Geisel, whose beloved Dr. Seuss in each one of his Read Across America Day proclamations from 2009 until 2016. However, former President Barack Obama began a short-lived tradition by mentioning Dr. Bush did not make any Read Across America Day proclamations. Seuss, falling on his birthday on March 2.įormer presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Read Across America Day was established by the National Education Association in 1998 and was originally synonymous with the children's author Dr. Joe, just because you can’t read them doesn’t mean they’re racist!- Errol Webber MaThe Facts Seuss from “Read Across America” because he thinks the books are racists. Reading While White: Working for Racial Diversity & Inclusion in Books for Children & TeensĮlementary recommendations from Jackie Chitwood and Patty Thiets, librarians in St.Joe Biden has just removed Dr. Latinxs in Kidlit: Exploring the World of Latinx YA, MG, and Children’s Literature ![]() “10 Books to Help Your Child Learn About the Refugee Experience”įrom Debbie Reese, former elementary teacher and author of “When Worlds Collide: Recent Developments in Children’s Literature”Īmerican Indians in Children’s LiteratureĭeColores: The Raza Experience in Books for Children “Children’s Books that Tackle Race,” New York Times “Black Boy Joy: 30 Books Featuring Black Male Protagonists” Sites to find diverse booksįrom Caitlin Reid, former St. The AFT’s Share My Lesson site has numerous resources for educators. The American Federation of Teachers also has resources for bringing more diverse books and authors into the classroom. The NEA has resources, ideas and artwork available online to create a reading event anytime throughout the year. The event has shifted its focus from March 2 to celebrating reading all year long and celebrating the diversity of our country’s students and authors. The National Education Association’s yearly celebration of reading, Read Across America, is focusing on celebrating a nation of diverse readers.
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