Mavs Josh Green motivates elementary children to continue reading

Dallas Mavericks' Josh Green motivates elementary school students to continue reading through Mavs Reading Challenge event

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Dallas Mavericks guard Josh Green promoted his love of reading at Adelle Turner Elementary School as part of the Mavs Reading Challenge.

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Green was joined by Mavs game night host Chris Arnold and children’s author, Louie T. McClain II.

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Melanin Origin, a Black-owned publisher, donated the book "Brick By Brick: A Snippet of the Life of Booker T. Washington."

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Green emphasized the importance of reading and using his voice as a role model for young Black children.

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Green selected the book because it reflects the central message of his own life journey.

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The Mavs celebrate Black History Month with various activations throughout the month.

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Green believes understanding past experiences is crucial to propel us towards the future.

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McClain's company, Melanin Origins, specializes in children’s books about lesser-known African American pioneers.

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Melanin Origins aims to become the largest culturally competent book provider in the country.

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Green's parents, who both played professional basketball in Australia, never pushed him to play basketball.

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