Carolina Panthers Launch Children’s Literacy Series

The Carolina Panthers are encouraging children to read with their new “3rd and Goal” literacy program.

The Carolina Panthers “3rd & Goal Read Along” video series is a free resource for classroom teachers and parents. The program is designed to encourage a love of reading for students in K-3 with the goal of helping students develop grade level reading proficiency skills by the end of 3rd grade. The series features Panthers players and special guests reading popular Scholastic book titles in a fun “read along” style for students to follow.

Rashaan Gaulden, Graham Gano, JJ Jansen, Luke Kuechly, Chris Manhertz, Taylor Moton, Dontari Poe, and Andre Smith are all featured in Youtube videos reading popular children’s books. You can access the full series here.