
PAWS for Reading at the Fletcher Library
Young readers build confidence and enjoy one-on-one story time with a certified therapy dog. Each registered 15-minute session calls for children to bring a book selected in advance.
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Children build reading confidence through a quiet, one-on-one session with a certified therapy dog. Bring a chosen book and reserve a 15-minute appointment in advance.

Children build reading confidence through a quiet, one-on-one session with a certified therapy dog. Bring a chosen book and reserve a 15-minute appointment in advance.
Children build reading confidence through a quiet, one-on-one session with a certified therapy dog. Bring a chosen book and reserve a 15-minute appointment in advance.

Children read aloud one-on-one with a gentle therapy dog in a supportive, judgment-free setting. The 15-minute sessions encourage literacy practice, reading confidence, and positive associations with books.

Children read aloud one-on-one with a gentle therapy dog in a supportive, judgment-free setting. The 15-minute sessions encourage literacy practice, reading confidence, and positive associations with books.
Children read aloud one-on-one with a gentle therapy dog in a supportive, judgment-free setting. The 15-minute sessions encourage literacy practice, reading confidence, and positive associations with books.

Children build reading confidence during supportive 15-minute read-aloud sessions with a gentle therapy dog, practicing literacy skills in a safe, encouraging environment without criticism or correction.

Children build reading confidence during supportive 15-minute read-aloud sessions with a gentle therapy dog, practicing literacy skills in a safe, encouraging environment without criticism or correction.
Children build reading confidence during supportive 15-minute read-aloud sessions with a gentle therapy dog, practicing literacy skills in a safe, encouraging environment without criticism or correction.

Young readers build confidence and fluency by reading a chosen book aloud to a certified therapy dog in a calm, one-on-one 15-minute session; advance registration is required.

Young readers build confidence and fluency by reading a chosen book aloud to a certified therapy dog in a calm, one-on-one 15-minute session; advance registration is required.
Young readers build confidence and fluency by reading a chosen book aloud to a certified therapy dog in a calm, one-on-one 15-minute session; advance registration is required.

Build reading confidence through one-on-one practice aloud with Toddy, a therapy dog, in a welcoming library setting. Appointment-based sessions support elementary-aged children and adults developing literacy skills.

Build reading confidence through one-on-one practice aloud with Toddy, a therapy dog, in a welcoming library setting. Appointment-based sessions support elementary-aged children and adults developing literacy skills.
Build reading confidence through one-on-one practice aloud with Toddy, a therapy dog, in a welcoming library setting. Appointment-based sessions support elementary-aged children and adults developing literacy skills.

Children practice reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with a certified therapy dog, supporting literacy, confidence, and a positive connection with books. Registration is required.

Children practice reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with a certified therapy dog, supporting literacy, confidence, and a positive connection with books. Registration is required.
Children practice reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with a certified therapy dog, supporting literacy, confidence, and a positive connection with books. Registration is required.

Children practice reading aloud to gentle, registered therapy dogs in a relaxed, nonjudgmental setting. The low-pressure sessions support literacy skills, confidence, and positive associations with reading.

Children practice reading aloud to gentle, registered therapy dogs in a relaxed, nonjudgmental setting. The low-pressure sessions support literacy skills, confidence, and positive associations with reading.
Children practice reading aloud to gentle, registered therapy dogs in a relaxed, nonjudgmental setting. The low-pressure sessions support literacy skills, confidence, and positive associations with reading.

Young readers build literacy skills and confidence by reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with Tucker, a certified therapy dog. Advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.

Young readers build literacy skills and confidence by reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with Tucker, a certified therapy dog. Advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.
Young readers build literacy skills and confidence by reading aloud in a relaxed 15-minute session with Tucker, a certified therapy dog. Advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.

Young readers build fluency, confidence, and enjoyment through a relaxed 15-minute read-aloud with certified therapy dog Hayley; advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.

Young readers build fluency, confidence, and enjoyment through a relaxed 15-minute read-aloud with certified therapy dog Hayley; advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.
Young readers build fluency, confidence, and enjoyment through a relaxed 15-minute read-aloud with certified therapy dog Hayley; advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.

Share picture book stories, songs, flannel board tales, and action rhymes in a welcoming family program for young children. Each gathering wraps up with a take-home craft kit.

Share picture book stories, songs, flannel board tales, and action rhymes in a welcoming family program for young children. Each gathering wraps up with a take-home craft kit.
Share picture book stories, songs, flannel board tales, and action rhymes in a welcoming family program for young children. Each gathering wraps up with a take-home craft kit.

Build reading confidence by sharing a favorite book with Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens patiently while young readers practice aloud without fear of mistakes.

Build reading confidence by sharing a favorite book with Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens patiently while young readers practice aloud without fear of mistakes.
Build reading confidence by sharing a favorite book with Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens patiently while young readers practice aloud without fear of mistakes.

Young readers in grades K–5 practice reading aloud during a relaxed 15-minute session with Amani, building confidence, fluency, and enjoyment alongside a friendly dog. Advance registration and a guardian waiver are recommended.

Young readers in grades K–5 practice reading aloud during a relaxed 15-minute session with Amani, building confidence, fluency, and enjoyment alongside a friendly dog. Advance registration and a guardian waiver are recommended.
Young readers in grades K–5 practice reading aloud during a relaxed 15-minute session with Amani, building confidence, fluency, and enjoyment alongside a friendly dog. Advance registration and a guardian waiver are recommended.

Hands-on craft activities invite children and adults to create together in a welcoming, casual drop-in setting, with simple projects suited to all ages and experience levels.

Hands-on craft activities invite children and adults to create together in a welcoming, casual drop-in setting, with simple projects suited to all ages and experience levels.
Hands-on craft activities invite children and adults to create together in a welcoming, casual drop-in setting, with simple projects suited to all ages and experience levels.

Build reading confidence in a relaxed library setting by reading aloud to Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens without judgment. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the shelves.

Build reading confidence in a relaxed library setting by reading aloud to Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens without judgment. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the shelves.
Build reading confidence in a relaxed library setting by reading aloud to Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens without judgment. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the shelves.

Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A cozy library morning that supports early literacy and caregiver child connection.

Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A cozy library morning that supports early literacy and caregiver child connection.
Interactive toddler story time with read aloud picture books, songs, and simple movement activities geared to ages 18 months to 3 years. A cozy library morning that supports early literacy and caregiver child connection.

A cozy library read-aloud invites preschool-age children to enjoy a story together, with kids of all ages welcome for an engaging, family-friendly literacy activity.

A cozy library read-aloud invites preschool-age children to enjoy a story together, with kids of all ages welcome for an engaging, family-friendly literacy activity.
A cozy library read-aloud invites preschool-age children to enjoy a story together, with kids of all ages welcome for an engaging, family-friendly literacy activity.

Build imaginative creations with provided LEGO bricks and Duplo blocks in a welcoming, all-ages library gathering. Younger children are welcome with an adult staying alongside anyone under 11.

Build imaginative creations with provided LEGO bricks and Duplo blocks in a welcoming, all-ages library gathering. Younger children are welcome with an adult staying alongside anyone under 11.
Build imaginative creations with provided LEGO bricks and Duplo blocks in a welcoming, all-ages library gathering. Younger children are welcome with an adult staying alongside anyone under 11.

A welcoming early-literacy gathering for children ages 0–5, centered on shared stories and caregiver-child connection. A gentle library setting supports listening, language development, and a love of books.

A welcoming early-literacy gathering for children ages 0–5, centered on shared stories and caregiver-child connection. A gentle library setting supports listening, language development, and a love of books.
A welcoming early-literacy gathering for children ages 0–5, centered on shared stories and caregiver-child connection. A gentle library setting supports listening, language development, and a love of books.