It will be hats off to Dr. Seuss from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, March 2, at Park Road Books as the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences English Department cosponsors its second Seuss-a-thon.
“In this shared literary experience, admirers of Dr. Seuss’ books will read aloud from their favorites of his books,” said Mark West, long-time children’s literature professor and chair of the English Department. He is coordinating this year’s Seuss-a-Thon.
“We invite people of all ages to come by and enjoy the books written by one of America’s most influential authors,” West said. “We had a wonderful turnout at our first Seuss-a-thon last year, and we expect an even greater event this year at Park Road Books.”
Park Road Books(4139 Park Road) will supply the books that will be read, and the store will offer a 20 percent discount on any Seuss books purchased that day.
“These are timeless books that appeal to everybody,” said Sally Brewster, owner of Park Road Books. “Everyone has a favorite Dr. Seuss book, and by having so many people reading different books, perhaps people will find new favorites. We are thrilled to host this event for the community.”
The Seuss-a-thon takes place on the anniversary of the birth date of Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss. It is part of the National Education Association's Read Across America literacy campaign, which celebrates and encourages reading and literacy. Geisel was born March 2, 1904, and wrote and illustrated 44 books for children. He received many honors, including the Pulitzer Prize in 1984 “for his special contribution over nearly half a century to the education and enjoyment of America's children and their parents.”