Celebrating and Supporting African American Writers: The Legacy of the African American Read-In
The following post was written by Dr. Mila Thomas Fuller. “Celebrating and Supporting African American Writers” was the conversation during …
Celebrating 100 Years of James Baldwin
This year, we will be celebrating 100 years of James Baldwin. Novelist, essayist, and social critic James Baldwin was born …
Celebrate Writing All Month Long!
In light of the significance of writing in our national life, to draw attention to the remarkable variety of writing …
Celebrate the US Poet Laureate!
On this day in 1985, the United States Congress officially adopted the position of Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry. From …
Celebrate the Founding of the Smithsonian Institution!
Founded in the United States on August 10, 1846, the Smithsonian Institution is considered the “nation’s museum.” Today, the Smithsonian …
Celebrate the First Day of Summer with Literacy Activities!
Summer literacy is an important component of an overall summer learning program. Research shows that summer vacation often has a …
Celebrate the Birthday of Marjane Satrapi
November 22 is the birthday of the Iranian-French graphic novelist Marjane Satrapi, born in Rasht, Iran (1969). She wrote the graphic …
Celebrate the Birthday of Juan Felipe Herrera!
Juan Felipe Herrera was born on this day in 1948. Herrera is the American poet, author, and activist of Mexican descent …
Celebrate the African American Read-In with Texts by These NCTE-Published Authors
The National African American Read-In is a groundbreaking effort to encourage communities to read together, centering African American books and authors. It …
Celebrate the African American Read-In with Books by These NCTE-Published Authors
The National African American Read-In is a groundbreaking effort to encourage communities to read together, centering African American books and authors. It …