Read Across America Features Author Jerry Spinelli
Author Jerry Spinelli and a host of other special guests will help Elmwood Park Zoo celebrate their annual Read Across America event on Saturday, March 2, from 11 AM to 2 PM. Read Across America is an event organized by the National Education Association. It celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Seuss by encouraging children and young adults to read.
The zoo’s celebration features Mr. Spinelli, a Norristown native and acclaimed author of “Maniac Magee” and “Stargirl.” He will be greeting guests and signing books in the zoo’s Canopy Gardens Hall.
Additional special guests will include members of RSVP, a King of Prussia-based organization that supports communities through volunteerism. They will be reading popular English and Spanish language children’s stories.
Popular PBS Kids character Super Why will be greeting guests, courtesy of his friends from the WHYY Kids Club.
In addition to the special guest appearances, Read Across America will also feature a book fair, live animal greets, and a used book drive that benefits RSVP. Read Across America is a free to attend event after purchasing regular zoo admission.
Jerry Spinelli’s Read Across America
Our annual celebration that focuses on the joys of reading returns on Sunday, March 1, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm! Read Across America is a nationally-celebrated event that aims to motivate reading among children of all ages. You can purchase books from our book fair, spend time with local authors, and meet characters Beauty and Beast during a special story time presentation!
Book Fair & Author Greets: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
Animal Ambassador Greet: 10:30 am – 11:00 am
Story Time with Characters: Beauty and the Beast 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Read Across America is free to attend with zoo admission.
This event is free for yearly members.
Community Partner Passes are not accepted for this event.
