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It's time to snuggle up and read with your little ones - join us in celebrating International Read To Me Day and make precious memories together!
Celebrate the joy of reading with your loved ones on International Read To Me Day on March 19! This special day was established in 2002 by the National Education Association to promote literacy and encourage children to read with their families. It's a great opportunity to bond with your little ones, introduce them to new books and stories, and instill a love for reading that will last a lifetime. So grab your favorite book and get ready for some quality reading time together!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Day's Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Education Association establishes International Read To Me Day to promote literacy among children and encourage family bonding through reading.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Families worldwide join to celebrate the first International Read To Me Day, highlighting the importance of reading in early childhood education.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The holiday gains recognition globally as schools, libraries, and communities host reading sessions to mark the day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Digital Participation Expansion</div><div class='timeline-text'>Social media campaigns extend the reach of International Read To Me Day, facilitating online story sessions and promoting literacy of all ages.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Celebrity Involvement</div><div class='timeline-text'>Famous authors and celebrities join the movement, reading stories to children publicly and increasing the popularity and reach of International Read To Me Day.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a read-a-thon</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends or family and challenge each other to see who can read the most books in one day. Make it more fun by setting up a cozy reading space with snacks and drinks.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a book-themed dinner party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Choose a book that you and your friends love and create a dinner menu inspired by it. You can even dress up as characters from the book to make it more fun!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a book club</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends or join an existing book club to discuss and share your love for books. You can also take turns reading to each other during meetings.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate books to a local library or school</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread the love of reading by donating books to a local library or school. You can also organize a book drive with friends and family to collect even more books to donate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a bookstore or library</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend the day at a bookstore or library browsing and reading new books. You can also attend any book readings or events happening that day to fully immerse yourself in the world of reading.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Reading is a great form of bonding</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Read To Me Day is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones. Whether it's reading to your child, grandchild or even your pet, snuggling up with a book creates wonderful memories and strengthens relationships.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Reading has many benefits</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Aside from being an enjoyable activity, reading also has numerous benefits such as improving cognitive function, reducing stress and boosting empathy. By celebrating International Read To Me Day, we are encouraging others to discover the joy and rewards of reading.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes literacy for all ages</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Read To Me Day encourages people of all ages to pick up a book and read. This helps promote literacy across all generations and reinforces the importance of reading in our society. Plus, it can introduce new readers to the magic of books.</p></div></div>
International Read To Me Day is celebrated on March 19 every year. In 2024 International Read To Me Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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