Mannington Goes to School to Celebrate “Read Across America Day”

Salem, N.J. -- Students who love to read do better in school, according to research by the National Education Association. That’s why Mannington recently teamed up with the United Way of Delaware to celebrate “Read Across America Day,” a national event designed to get local kids excited about reading. Now in its 22nd year, “Read Across America Day” was founded by the National Education Association. Held annually in March, in recognition of Dr. Seuss’s birthday, this is the largest celebration of reading in the U.S.

Last Friday, the United Way of Delaware hosted reading parties across its service area, which includes Salem County, N.J., home to Mannington Mills. The parties were attended by over 600 Salem County Pre-K and elementary students. Two “reading party ambassadors” from Mannington’s Salem site brought the words of Dr. Seuss to life.