Read to the Dogs!

(Aedin Obringer reads to Gunner)

The Crown Point Library invites school age children to visit the library during summer reading and Read to the Dogs!



Children can come to the library where the Read to the Dogs event will take place. They sign up at the Youth Service Desk and select a book to read to a furry friend. All of the dogs and handlers who participate are affiliated with Power Paws - A local organization that provides animal-assisted therapy to adults and children.













(Alyssa Zena reads to Apollo)

The program is designed to allow kids the chance to read to a non-judgemental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as they read it. Animals are ideal reading companions because they create a relaxed, comfortable, and safe environment. When a child is having "fun" reading, they think of themselves as a good reader, which helps their self esteem and makes them eager to read.

The next Read to the Dogs events are:

Tuesday, July 27 at the Crown Point Library from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and
Wednesday, July 28 at the Winfield Branch Library from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.