NFL player launches a comic about need to improve reading skills
Capradio reports on a new comic by NFL star Arik Armstead, intended to encourage students to improve their reading skills:
Jacksonville Jaguar and Elk Grove native Arik Armstead launched his own original comic book to Hazel Mahome College Prep students Friday, encouraging them to keep reading even if they struggle with it like he once did.While his intentions are very good, I was dismayed when I noticed he published his comic in cooperation with the same comic shop that was supporting left-wing propaganda in the past few years. Seriously, why must anybody, no matter where they live, rely on such sources for publishing? IMO, it dampens the impact of what could be a great project. When will even sports players who're serious about their craft understand why it's not a good example to work with ideologues?
The Armstead Academic Project, a non-profit started in 2019 to support youth in Sacramento and the Bay Area, produced the book with a local comic book shop and publisher — Impound Comics — located in downtown Sacramento. It was written by Bryce Trayce Sands with illustrations from Ernest John Bayona. The book depicts a young Armstead struggling to read and the anxiety that comes with it.
“I was bright, but when it came time to read out loud and in front of people, I really lacked the confidence to do it — and that really stunted my growth," Armstead said.
And what is Armstead’s superpower? Confidence.
“You have to be the first person to believe in yourself,” Armstead read aloud. “Once you do that, you can accomplish anything.”
Armstead said growing up he felt he was smarter than what his grades showed. It took extra work — with the support of his family and friends — to boost his confidence. He hopes the book can empower kids who may feel like they’re alone.
“Realizing the responsibility I have now to be that for the next generation is what inspires me to do this,” Armstead said.
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