Rosa Parks was committed to the struggle for social justice and human rights until her death, inspiring millions of people around the world. Today, we celebrate her!
Rosa Parks was born on this day in 1913.
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Read Across America Day: Celebrate a Nation of Diverse Readers
K - 12
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| Literacy-Related Event
Bring the celebration of reading and literacy into your classroom, library, school, and home all year long.
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The Charlotte Huck Award for Outstanding Fiction for Children is announced today.
K - 7
Calendar Activity
| Literacy-Related Event
Students read and discuss an award-winning book before writing their own story that demonstrates compassion.
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Celebrate National Library Week!
K - 12
Calendar Activity
| Literacy-Related Event
Students learn more about libraries as part of National Library Week.
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Today is D.E.A.R. Day!
K - 12
Calendar Activity
| Holiday & School Celebration
April 12 is known as D.E.A.R Day! D.E.A.R. stands for "Drop Everything and Read," a national month-long celebration of reading designed to remind folks of all ages to make reading a priority activity in their lives.
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United States Congress officially adopted the position of Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry in 1985.
K - 12
Calendar Activity
| Literacy-Related Event
Students investigate the website of a past Poet Laureate's project and use it as a model to celebrate poetry that appeals most to them.
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Library Card Sign-up Month begins today.
K - 6
Calendar Activity
| Holiday & School Celebration
A school or public library librarian is invited to visit the classroom to talk to the students about the advantages of having a library card. Students then take a library tour to acquaint them with the general features and resources available.