The National Reading Month is an event that’s celebrated during the month of March to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Seuss, a beloved children’s author who made significant contributions to children’s literature. National Reading Month influences people of all ages to read and  highlights the importance of literacy in our everyday lives. It is a time where people can discover new books or enjoy old ones.

Book Recommendations:

1. Pet Sematary by Stephen King –

A family moves to Maine where they meet a local named Jud Crandall. After the family cat is accidentally killed, Jud encourages them to bury the cat in an ancient cemetery that has the power to bring the dead back to life. However, when the cat returned to life, his personality had changed for the worse. When Gage, the family’s son, dies, his father decides to bury him in hopes he returns.

2. The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien –

A recollection of stories by Tim O’Brien during his experience fighting in the Vietnam war. This book highlights the trauma of war and the burden soldiers have to carry both in battle as well as long after the conflict is over. 

3. The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald –

This classic novel tells the story of Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire, and his pursuit for Daisy Buchanan, a wealthy young woman who he met in his youth. Set in 1922, the book covers themes of wealth, social class, love and the illusion of the American Dream. 

How can students get started with reading?

1: Start reading regularly even if it’s a few pages a day. 

2: Read books you’re interested in. 

3: Read with other people or listen to the audio book while reading.  

4: Create a calm and quiet place to read. 

5: Be patient with yourself, reading can be hard and it’s important to take it slow.