[Congressional Bills 111th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1333 Introduced in House (IH)]

111th CONGRESS
  2d Session
H. RES. 1333

  Expressing support for the goals and ideals of Children's Book Week.


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                              May 6, 2010

  Mr. Roe of Tennessee submitted the following resolution; which was 
            referred to the Committee on Education and Labor

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                               RESOLUTION


 
  Expressing support for the goals and ideals of Children's Book Week.

Whereas research has indicated that children who are read to three or four times 
        a week are more likely to recognize the letters of the alphabet, be able 
        to count to 20, and write their own names;
Whereas children's books are instrumental in teaching children to read by 
        providing simple phrases that promote reading techniques, including 
        phonics, and retaining children's interest;
Whereas many teachers use children's books in the classroom as a tool to promote 
        and teach literacy to their students;
Whereas Children's Book Week has been celebrated nationally since 1919 and is 
        founded on the declaration that a ``great nation is a reading nation'';
Whereas Children's Book Week highlights the importance of parents and guardians 
        taking the time to read with their children and encourages libraries, 
        schools, and community organizations to hold events to promote reading; 
        and
Whereas Children's Book Week is recognized May 10 to May 16, 2010: Now, 
        therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) supports the goals and ideals of Children's Book Week; 
        and
            (2) encourages parents to read with their children and 
        schools, libraries, and community organizations to hold events 
        to encourage children and students of all ages to read.
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