The Nineteenth National African American Read-In

Sponsored by the Black Caucus of NCTE and by NCTE

Join over a million readers in the
Nineteenth National African American Read-In

Sunday, February 3, 2008
Monday, February 4, 2008, for schools

Schools, churches, libraries, bookstores, community and professional organizations, and interested citizens are urged to make literacy a significant part of Black History Month by hosting and coordinating Read-Ins in their communities. Hosting a Read-In can be as simple as bringing together friends to share a book, or as elaborate as arranging public readings and media presentations that feature professional African American writers.

To be counted as participants, simply:

• Select books authored by African Americans;
• Conduct your Read-In(s) on the days designated; and
• Report your results by submitting the 2008 African American Read-In Report Card.

The Read-In has been endorsed by the International Reading Association. Over a million readers of all ethnic groups from 49 states, the West Indies, and African countries have participated. The goal is to make the celebration of African American literacy a traditional part of Black History Month activities.

To Download an African American Read-In Packet

You can print the PDF version of the African American Read-In Packet by clicking the link below. It includes a News Release, Host Invitation, and information on how to submit the Report Card. Report Card is to be submitted after your Read-In event.

African American Read-In Packet

We have the following suggested reading lists available:

Selected Black Caucus Recommended Booklist

Supplemental List for Young Children and Young Adults

The Host Report Card is to be submitted after your Read-In event. You do not need to register in advance. Host Report Card -- Online Version

You'll need a copy of the latest version of Acrobat Reader to open the packet information. Earlier versions of Acrobat Reader will not display the file properly; you need Acrobat Reader 4.0 or higher. The Acrobat Reader download is free from the Adobe Web site. If you don't have a copy of Acrobat reader, please download and install the program before clicking on any links.

With Acrobat Reader installed, click on the file you want to view. The files will appear in your web browser. Use the Print command under the File menu to print a copy for yourself.

For any questions on the African American Read-In, contact:

Linda Walters
Administrative Liaison
NCTE
1111 West Kenyon Road
Urbana, IL 61801-1096
800-369-6283, x 3632

Founder & National Director, African American Read-In
Dr. Jerrie C. Scott
University of Memphis
College of Education
Memphis, TN 38152
901-678-5490