March is National Reading Month

March is National Reading Month. The month kicks off with National Read Across America Day on March 2, where children, teachers, parents/caregivers, and community members around the nation come together to read books and celebrate the joy of reading.

Reading Month Activity Ideas

Review the NEA’s recommended book titles on the 2023 Read Across America calendar.

ABOUT NATIONAL READING MONTH

National Reading Month is celebrated not just to promote the love for reading but also to develop communication and learning.

The National Education Association (NEA) has been leading the Read Across America initiative since 1998. Read Across America Day calls upon everyone to read and engage with children to make reading a more fun and interactive experience. Libraries, schools, book clubs, and communities organize events to celebrate and promote reading.