Coinciding with Dr. Seuss' birthday, National Read Across America Day experienced a one-day delay due to inclement weather, but nonetheless volunteer readers showed up in force at Bethlehem Area School District schools.

At Fountain Hill ES, volunteers from St. Luke's University Health Network and the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley's 'Emerging Leaders' donned Dr. Seuss story themed hats and T-shirts before heading into classrooms to read to the students. Students were given a bookmark and individual 'Oh the Places You'll Go' certificates of recognition by United Way representatives. Coloring books donated by area printer Working Dog Press and crayons donated by the United Way were also provided.

Donegan ES students enjoyed being read to by volunteer representatives from the Bethlehem Area Public Library, Christmas City Studios, City of Bethlehem, Donegan PTO, FamilyWize, Hispanic center of the Lehigh Valley, Lehigh University, Sands Bethlehem Casino Resort, St. Luke's University Hospital and Valley Youth House. The Cat in the Hat was available for photo opportunities with students, volunteers and school staff.