In 2014, GrowSmart began celebrating the National Education Association's Read Across America Day with early childhood programs to promote literacy and a love for books. Each year, GrowSmart marks the occasion on the first Friday in March to launch National Reading Month. The celebration has evolved to emphasize diverse books and authors, promoting inclusive stories that reflect various experiences and cultures.

Some of our previous books include titles such as "Change Sings" by Amanda Gorman, "The Word Collector" by Peter H. Reynolds, "All Are Welcome" by Alexandra Penfold, "The One Day House" by Julia Durango and many more.

It's not about titles or egos—it's about the love of reading.

~ Robert M. "Bobby" Dyer, mayor of Virginia Beach