The Kansas City Chiefs are helping local students “tackle” reading through a community event aimed at promoting literacy.The Chiefs Rumble drum line and KC Wolf kicked off the celebration at Melcher Elementary School, where former players and cheerleaders spent time reading with students and encouraging a love of books.The event is part of the team’s outreach efforts during National Reading Month and also celebrates Dr. Seuss’ birthday.Former Chiefs player Trent Bryant said taking time to read can have a lasting impact.“It’s how important it is of you taking some time out of your life to relax and to read and to educate yourself more about what’s going on in this world and in your own life,” Bryant said.Students and teachers also received classroom materials and gifts as part of the event.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. —
The Kansas City Chiefs are helping local students “tackle” reading through a community event aimed at promoting literacy.
The Chiefs Rumble drum line and KC Wolf kicked off the celebration at Melcher Elementary School, where former players and cheerleaders spent time reading with students and encouraging a love of books.
The event is part of the team’s outreach efforts during National Reading Month and also celebrates Dr. Seuss’ birthday.
Former Chiefs player Trent Bryant said taking time to read can have a lasting impact.
“It’s how important it is of you taking some time out of your life to relax and to read and to educate yourself more about what’s going on in this world and in your own life,” Bryant said.
Students and teachers also received classroom materials and gifts as part of the event.