The 25th Poet Laureate of the United States, Arthur Sze, once said, “Poetry helps us slow down, deepen our attention, connect and live more fully.” This April, we’re taking his words to heart. National Poetry Month is the perfect moment to pause, breathe, and...
March is the perfect month to celebrate the stories behind our stories. For Race 200, we’re diving into one of our favorite themes: A Books About Books — novels and nonfiction that adore libraries, reading, and the magic of the written word just as...
The 2026 Winter Olympics are almost here, and February’s Race 200 theme is all about Sports — the triumphs, the teamwork, the rivalries, and the stories behind the athletes who make history. Whether you love real‑life legends, underdog victories, or fiction with a competitive...
Your 2026 Reading Adventure Starts Now! Pack your canteen, grab your sunhat, and step into the blazing beauty of the American Southwest — because Race 200: Dinosaur in the Desert has officially begun! This year, you’re not just reading books… you’re uncovering fossils, piecing...
Start the new year with bold art and unforgettable stories! January’s Race 200 theme is Graphic Novels, and this month you can read any graphic novel to earn extra points toward completing the dinosaur skeleton. Not sure where to start? We’ve put together a...
