Dr. Seuss Activities to Go With Each of His Beloved Classics Elizabeth Mulvahill on February 14, 2018. Read Across America Day, March 2, is the nation's largest reading event for schoolchildren and the celebration of beloved author Dr. Seuss' birthday. Get into the spirit of the day by sharing these Dr. Seuss activities and read-alouds. Warning: Glue and googly eyes may be involved.