Read Across America
Cat Tracks Tour
Once again Missouri NEA's president and vice president will tour the state to promote reading through NEA's Read Across America the week of March 2, the birthday of the noted children's author Theodore Geisel—better known as Dr. Seuss. This year two Cat in the Hats will tour the state. MNEA President Chris Guinther will head one direction, while MNEA Vice President Charles Smith will head the other in hopes of bringing MNEA's Read Across America message to more kids and bringing more smiles across the state. The 2013 Cat Tracks Tour will take place Feb. 25 - March 1, 2013. If you would like to apply for a stop on the 2013 Cat Tracks Tour, download an application form and send to MNEA by Jan. 1, 2013.
Find 2011 MNEA Cat Tracks photos on Flickr.com
The Cat costume is available throughout the year for other functions as well. There is no charge for members to borrow the costume; however, members may be responsible for shipping expenses. If you would like to reserve the Cat costume, contact Bernadette "Beeb" Gillis at (573) 634-3202 or submit your request online or download a printable flier.
Read Across America materials
NEA's Read Across America resources include free stuff to print and reproduce such as a downloadable calendar, bookmarks and posters.
Download materials from the list below or contact your MNEA UniServ office to see if they have a supply for distribution. Contact Becky Stewart at (800) 392-0236 if you are having a problem obtaining materials.
Seuss stuff
Need posters, hats, t-shirts and other Seuss items? The Read Across America store is posted at http://www.nea.org/readacross/catalog.html.
In addition to the NEA Cat-a-log store, Missouri NEA’s image item collection includes a “NEA’s Read Across America” lapel pin that sells for just $1. Contact Becky Stewart at (573) 634-3202 or order them online.