It's Read Across America Day!

The National Education Association's Read Across America Day is celebrated annually on March 2, in honor of the birthday of Dr. Suess, who would have turned 107 today.

Since 1998, the NEA has been enlisting local leaders, mayors and presidents to read to children across our nation on March 2.

First lady Michelle Obama will reportedly be reading "Green Eggs and Ham" to the Library of Congress today. President Barack Obama made a proclamation yesterday about the annual reading holiday. 

Here's an excerpt: "Hidden in the pages of books are extraordinary worlds and characters that can spark creativity and imagination, and unlock the potential that lies within each of our children. Reading is the foundation upon which all other learning is built, and on Read Across America Day, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting America's next generation of great readers."

And more locally, State Representative Vincent Candelora - who represents the 86th district of East Haven, North Branford and Wallingford - will take time to sit down and read stories to students at Jerome Harrison Elementary School.

Rep. Candelora takes the stage at 1:30 p.m. He is reportedly going to read "The Three Billy Goats Gruff."

Check back later for the video.