Create & Celebrate a Nation of Diverse Readers

Launched in 1998 by the National Education Association (NEA) and guided by a committee of educators, NEA’s Read Across America is the nation’s largest celebration of reading. This year-round program focuses on motivating children and teens to read through events and partnerships.

The titles and resources featured by NEA’s Read Across America include books that students can see themselves reflected in, as well as books that allow readers to see a world or a character that might be different than them.

Readers who feel included, recognized, and a part of the world are engaged readers. The hope is that you’ll be able to share these recommended titles—and many others—to celebrate Read Across America in March and throughout the year.

NEA resources, Reading Rockets resources, and Teaching Books resources.

Elementary Lessons: K-3 and 4-6

Reading lists especially for Colorado from Teaching Books!

Sora Collection

Join us in celebration of the 15th Annual World Read Aloud Day. Celebrate the power of reading and sharing stories.

Choice Boards

Elementary

Middle

High

Elementary Lessons

K-3

4-6