Go Wild for March Is Reading Month at CADL

March Is Reading Month is one of our favorite times of year, as you might have guessed 😉

Our chosen theme this year is Wild About Reading, and we’ve planned a whole month of nature-inspired fun, hands-on learning and lots of ways for folks of all ages to explore books and big ideas.

All Month

Several branches have reading-inspired activities running the entire month of March:

CADL Haslett (March 1–31): Grab a March Is Reading Month Bingo card for a chance to win a prize! Complete your card and turn it in at the branch.

CADL Mason (March 1–31, ages 0–13): Stop by to take home freebies and enter to win a stuffed toy and book.

CADL Williamston (March 1–31, ages 0–10): Follow clues, explore your library and discover books and resources along the way.

Special Events

Garden of Readers Reading Power Hour
Sat, March 7, 11 a.m.–noon, CADL Holt-Delhi

Bring your beanbag or favorite pillow, find a cozy spot, read quietly and leave with an exclusive take-and-make craft. It’s an hour of calm, screen-free reading perfect for the whole family.

Literacy Celebration Stage Show and Activities
Sun, March 15, 1–3:30 p.m., Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road, East Lansing

The Early Childhood Literacy Coalition puts on a fun-filled afternoon of music, stories, special character visits and children’s activities. This one is always a hit with the littlest readers.

Finding Gobi at Williamston Family Reading Night
Tue, March 24, 6 p.m., Williamston Explorer Elementary School, 416 Highland St.

Meet New York Times bestselling author Dion Leonard (and Gobi!) at a special event featuring the true story behind Finding Gobi – a tale of an ultramarathon runner and the little dog who followed him across the Gobi Desert and changed his life. Great for all ages.

Year-Round Reading Fun

March Is Reading Month is a great excuse to build some new habits that last all year:

Storytimes and Playtimes: Bond with your child through stories, crafts, music and more. Our expert storytellers use the five practices of early literacy to build a lifelong love of reading. Find a storytime near you.

StoryWalks: Follow a children’s story page by page along an outdoor trail at any of our 13 StoryWalk locations. It’s reading, fresh air and a walk all rolled into one. Find a StoryWalk.

Book Clubs: There’s a book club for everyone at CADL! Find your next great read and a welcoming group at a branch near you.

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