Each month NEA features three books as part of the NEA Read Across America book series that explore topics related to diversity and inclusion.
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NEA’s Read Across America Presents
Kwame Alexander's The Crossover: A Jazz-Infused Reading
Celebrate Read Across America and the 10th anniversary of The Crossover with a story concert starring award-winning poet and author Kwame Alexander. Feel the rhythm and the beat of twin brothers navigating love, loyalty, and family on and off the basketball court in a whole new way!
Tune in for a new episode every day at 8:00 a.m. ET March 3 – 7, 2025.
Find more resources
Visit nea.org to find more resources to encourage students to read all-year.
- Check out the 2024-2025 Read Across America Calendar.
- Find out how to receive free resources for your school.
- Listen to the School ME: Read Across America podcast episodes.
- Join the Facebook Group to get helpful tips and book suggestions all year.