First Book’s national nonprofit partner, Jumpstart’s Read for the Record© day is only 45 days away. This ground breaking campaign brings children and adults together to read the same book, on the same day, in homes and communities all over the world. The campaign also kicks off Jumpstart’s yearlong program, preparing preschool children in low-income neighborhoods for success in school and life.
Countless celebrities including singing sensation, Justin Bieber; actor, Vince Vaughn; Tony, Emmy, and Golden Globe winning actress Mary-Louise Parker; singer/actor, LL Cool J and so many more, have read as part of Jumpstart’s Read for the Record Day.
This year’s Read for the Record book is the award winning title, The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats. The First Book Marketplace is carrying this title for only $2.72. Order your books today, so they arrive in time for your event.
How can you participate in this year’s Read for the Record Day on October 7?
- Pledge to Read – Jumpstart is aiming for 2.5 million children to be read to on that day. Go here to register your event.
- Event Tips – Want to participate, but need some help planning an event. Here are some great tips on how to incorporate The Snowy Day into your program.
For more information about Jumpstart’s Read for the Record Day visit their website: http://www.readfortherecord.org