Books and Authors a Million

We all know that it’s important to [read to our children][], in an effort to increase [literacy][]. Today, in honor of the 79th birthday of the beloved children’s author Eric Carle, contribute to literacy growth in your community by getting to know an author. You may want to plan a play-date with children in your neighborhood and strictly read books by a particular author. (If you choose Eric Carle, we suggest starting with The Grouchy Ladybug.) Or, you can read [our recent interview with an environmental children's author][]. (Added bonus: There’s a contest where you can win free books!)