NEA's Read Across America
Celebrate a nation of diverse readers with our recommended books, authors, and teaching resources.
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NEA strives to make sure that every student has access to age-appropriate books that show they are reflected and respected, and opposes efforts to limit students’ access to such books. Nevertheless, NEA urges educators to comply with state and local laws and policies that may limit what books they may teach and recommend to their students.
Here’s What We’re Reading...
Click on a month below for our recommended books, plus suggestions for discussions and activities.
August 2026
Celebrate Every Body
September 2026
Stand Together
October 2026
Create Room for All Voices
November 2026
Find Your Strength
December 2026
Carry Stories Forward
January 2027
Connect with History
February 2027
Put Passions to Work
March 2027
Notice and Nurture
April 2027
Build Belonging
May 2027
Make Your Way
June 2027
Be Seen
July 2027
Redefine What's Possible
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Celebrate a nation of diverse readers with our recommended books, authors, and teaching resources.
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Are you a teacher, librarian, educator, author, or devoted book worm? Join the Read Across America Facebook group to share resources, ideas, experiences as we celebrate a nation of diverse readers.
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