Program Type:
Read to a Dog- Registration is required for this event.
- Registration is no longer available for this event.
- This event is for registrants age 4 to 12.
Program Description
Event Details
Come read to our newest read to a dog, Belleau.
Reading time 4:00-4:15
Reading time 4:15-4:30
Reading time 4:30-4:45
Benefits for Children:
- Boosts Confidence: Children feel comfortable reading to a dog because animals do not judge mistakes, reducing anxiety around reading aloud.
- Improves Skills: Studies show children reading to dogs can improve reading speed, fluency, and comprehension by up to 12-30%.
- Enhances Empathy: Reading to animals fosters kindness helps children connect emotionally.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adult(s)
This program is designed for youth and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.
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