Reading and Library Knowledge Assessment

Read Across America is a day to celebrate reading and its benefits, such as vocabulary growth and stress reduction. Initiated by the National Education Association in 1998, it has grown into a national movement with figures like Michelle Obama supporting it. Celebrations can include book exchanges and library visits. The U.S. has over 9,000 public libraries, more than McDonald's, with the largest being the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. For more resources, visit twinkle.com.

What is one of the main benefits of children reading regularly?

• Improved physical health

• Increased vocabulary

• Better handwriting

• Enhanced musical skills

When is Read Across America celebrated each year?

• February

• January

• March

• April

Who organized the first Read Across America Day?

• National Education Association

• Department of Education

• American Library Association

• Library of Congress

In what year did Read Across America Day start?

• 2005

• 2000

• 1998

• 1995

Which former First Lady participated in Read Across America?

• Michelle Obama

• Laura Bush

• Melania Trump

• Hillary Clinton

What is the main goal of Read Across America?

• To promote sports

• To encourage reading

• To teach history

• To celebrate holidays

What is one way to celebrate Read Across America?

• Conduct a science fair

• Host a movie night

• Organize a book exchange

• Plan a sports event

What activity is suggested to promote reading daily?

• Go shopping

• Watch TV

• Play video games

• Set aside time to read

What is a suggested activity to find new books?

• Ask a friend

• Search online

• Go to a bookstore

• Visit a local public library

How many public libraries are there in the United States?

• Over 9,000

• Over 7,000

• Over 5,000

• Over 11,000