National Read Across America Day is held annually on March 2nd in celebration of Dr. Seuss Birthday.  This celebration began in 1997 to celebrate Dr. Seuss, American artist, book publisher, animator, poet, who has authored over 60 children's books. 

My kiddos have all loved Dr. Seuss books, the funny rhymes, the crazy named characters, and that loveable Cat in the Hat.  We still have some Dr. Seuss books that were mine as a child that my children now enjoy.  One of my most favorite Dr. Seuss sayings is "Today you are you, that is truer, than true.  There is no one alive who is youer than you."  If you are looking to add to your Dr. Seuss collection look for the book titled "Seuss-isms"! In this book you'll find inspiring quotes and unforgettable illustrations from countless Dr. Seuss classics!

National Read Across America Day is to celebrate the joys of reading.  It also brings awareness to the importance of reading in education and helps to motivate kids to read more.  
As a parent I absolutely adore when my kids want to read a book.  There is so much joy especially in this technological world we live in.  My kids, like so many others love their electronic devices.  I look for every opportunity to foster a love for reading.  What better way to inspire them to read than with fun snacks and treats inspired by some of our favorite Dr. Seuss books.  An easy treat to enjoy while reading "Mr. Brown can Moo! Can you?" is chocolate milk.  Having chocolate milk while you read is a great way to help a little one not be as squirmy while you read.  

Over the years on National Read Across America Day I have surprised my boys with Dr. Seuss themed treats to encourage reading fun with my family at home.  My boys have taken some of these yummy treats in to share with their classmates on this week. I have also sent them to school with a Seuss Inspired sack lunch, what a great way to surprise your kiddo. 
Did you know our local Save Mart and FoodMaxx supermarkets participate in National Read Across America Day with their Adopt a School Program.   Save Mart and FoodMaxx will adopt your school, send someone to read to your child's class and donate the book to the class.  How neat is that! Be sure to share that information with your kids school teachers so they can partake in this great benefit.  This is one of the many reasons I love shopping at Save Mart, they give back to our local communities.  

 Here are some easy fun Seuss Inspired snacks and treats I hope you'll enjoy with your kiddos this week in celebration of National Read Across America Day.  I found these simple ingredients at my local Save Mart, I often share grocery store deals on my Instagram Story go give me a follow @BlogAboutItAll to find the latest supermarket deals I am picking up.                      
Cat in the Hat Kabobs
What you need: Skewers, Marshmallows, Strawberries (on sale right now at Save Mart Buy 1 Get 1 Free), Bananas and an edible marker to draw the Cat in the Hat face.

These are easy to make, super cute and fun to eat.  Kids love eating food off a stick and this is easy enough for them to help assemble.

Popcorn (Hop on Pop)
What you need: Popcorn, easy peasy!
Popcorn is one my boys favorite after school snacks.
Jello Cups with Gummy Fish (One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish Blue Fish)
What you need: Jello, Whip Cream, Gummy Fish or Swedish Fish Candies.
Make Blue Jello in individual cups, refrigerate.  Top with Whip Cream and Gummy Fish.
Truffula Themed Cupcakes (The Lorax)
What you need: Mini Cupcakes, Frosting, Pretzel Sticks and Cotton Candy.
Bake your mini cupcakes, let cool and frost.  Top with a Pretzel Stick topped with Cotton Candy.
Green Pancakes (Green Eggs and Ham Theme)
My kiddos tolerate eggs so actual green eggs and ham would not be their first choice, although that would be cute.  I opted for pancakes, since that is their favorite.  You can also check out our Cat in the Hat themed Pancakes here http://bit.ly/2SZUn7H.
What you need: Pancake Batter and Food Coloring
Apple Treat (Ten Apples on Top Book)
A simple idea enjoy apple slices with Caramel Dip or Nutella. You can also enjoy apples in a DIY Snack Cup Carrier here is the link to learn how to craft your own http://bit.ly/3cplDV0.

Here are some local family-friendly Read Across America Day events in our area: 
Saturday, February 29th 10-11:30 AM
Target Stores
Giveaways, Activities, Read Along Happy Birthday to You by Dr. Seuss every thirty minutes.

 Saturday, February 29th 1-3 PM 
Big Spoon Yogurt Roseville with Friends of the Roseville Public Library
1182 Roseville Parkway, Suite 100, Roseville, CA 95678
Bring a stuffed animal to read with or come dressed as your favorite story book character.  Make a bookmark and take home a free book.  

Saturday, February 29th 11 AM 
Barnes & Noble (Roseville and Citrus Heights)
Birdcage Shopping Center 6111 Sunrise Blvd. and Creekside Town Center 1256 Galleria Blvd.
Join in a very Seussical Storytime.

Saturday, February 29th 11 AM-7 PM 
Capital Books Bookstore
Photo booth, Craft Table, Games, Seuss Inspired Snacks, Reading every hour.
1011 K Street, Sacramento, CA 

Sunday, March 1st 11 AM-3 PM celebration at Fairytale Town
3901 Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CA 95822

Monday, March 2nd 9:30 AM-11:30 AM
McClaskey Adult Center SCUSD Preschool Reading Celebration
5241 J Street, Sacramento, CA 

Saturday, March 7th 1:30-3 PM 
Lincoln Public Library
Crafts, Activities and Stories for Preschool through 6th graders
Who Reads? We Read Celebration at the Lincoln Public Library
485 Twelve Bridges, Lincoln, CA 95648

 Thank you for reading I hope you will enjoy some of these Seuss Inspired treats and events with your family.  Please tag me in your photos I would love to see you enjoying these treats with your family and hearing about your favorite Dr. Seuss books this week in celebration of National Read Across America Day. 
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