In this exclusive interview, Super Bowl champion and former New England Patriots wide receiver Malcolm Mitchell shares the inspiring story behind his newest picture book, My Super Duper Me.
Many football fans know Malcolm Mitchell for helping the Patriots win Super Bowl LI. Book lovers know him as a passionate literacy advocate who discovered the joy of reading later in life—and has dedicated his career to helping children become confident readers.
During his conversation with Amanda Zieba, the Word Nerd, Malcolm talks about:
📖 His journey from young reader to bestselling children's author
🏈 How football and reading challenged him in different ways
💬 The inspirational quotes that keep him motivated
📚 Why reading challenges and friendly competition can help kids read more
✍️ How he became an author after falling in love with books
⭐ His best advice for young readers AND young athletes
Plus, stick around for a fun lightning round where Malcolm reveals:
• Fiction or nonfiction?
• Favorite Gatorade flavor
• Favorite sport besides football
• Where he likes to write
• Which NFL teams his family cheers for
• What he's reading right now
Whether you're a football fan, teacher, librarian, parent, coach, or simply looking for an inspiring picture book to share with young readers, this conversation is packed with encouragement, literacy tips, and behind-the-scenes stories.
Featured Book: My Super Duper Me by Malcolm Mitchell
Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4xlrMdw
Learn more about Malcolm Mitchell, his books and his reading programs here: https://www.readwithmalcolm.com
Looking for ready-to-use classroom reading resources? Check out what else the Word Nerd has to offer here: https://www.wordnerdcollaborative.com
If you enjoyed this interview, please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for ore author interviews, book recommendations, and reading inspiration. Also, SHARE this with another reader, teacher, coach, or football fan who loves great books.
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#Football #NFL #NewEnglandPatriots #SuperBowlChampion
#Teachers #Librarians #ReadingMotivation
Many football fans know Malcolm Mitchell for helping the Patriots win Super Bowl LI. Book lovers know him as a passionate literacy advocate who discovered the joy of reading later in life—and has dedicated his career to helping children become confident readers.
During his conversation with Amanda Zieba, the Word Nerd, Malcolm talks about:
📖 His journey from young reader to bestselling children's author
🏈 How football and reading challenged him in different ways
💬 The inspirational quotes that keep him motivated
📚 Why reading challenges and friendly competition can help kids read more
✍️ How he became an author after falling in love with books
⭐ His best advice for young readers AND young athletes
Plus, stick around for a fun lightning round where Malcolm reveals:
• Fiction or nonfiction?
• Favorite Gatorade flavor
• Favorite sport besides football
• Where he likes to write
• Which NFL teams his family cheers for
• What he's reading right now
Whether you're a football fan, teacher, librarian, parent, coach, or simply looking for an inspiring picture book to share with young readers, this conversation is packed with encouragement, literacy tips, and behind-the-scenes stories.
Featured Book: My Super Duper Me by Malcolm Mitchell
Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4xlrMdw
Learn more about Malcolm Mitchell, his books and his reading programs here: https://www.readwithmalcolm.com
Looking for ready-to-use classroom reading resources? Check out what else the Word Nerd has to offer here: https://www.wordnerdcollaborative.com
If you enjoyed this interview, please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for ore author interviews, book recommendations, and reading inspiration. Also, SHARE this with another reader, teacher, coach, or football fan who loves great books.
#MalcolmMitchell #MySuperDuperMe #ChildrensBooks #PictureBooks #Reading #Literacy #ReadAloud #KidsBooks
#Football #NFL #NewEnglandPatriots #SuperBowlChampion
#Teachers #Librarians #ReadingMotivation