Read to a Dog is a great way for children to practice oral fluency\, spend time with a friendly dog\, and have fun. The goal is to help build a child's self-esteem and confidence\, as well a s foster a fondness for reading.
\nChildren ages 5 to 12 can sign up for a twenty minute session where they will read aloud to a gentle dog pr ovided by the Alliance of Therapy Dogs\, a nonprofit all-volunteer organiz ation. Read to a Dog will be held in Claremont Branch's Meeting Room on Ja nuary 30\, February 6\, February 13\, and February 20 from 3:30pm to 4:30p m. \; Please call 510-981-6280 or visit the Claremont Branch to sign u p.
\nAbout Alliance of Therapy Dogs
\nAlliance of Therapy Dogs is an international registry of certified therapy dog teams. ATD provides testing\, certification\, registration\, support\, and insurance for memb ers who volunteer with their dogs in animal-assisted activities. ATD's obj ective is to form a network of caring individuals and their special dogs a re willing to share smiles and joy with people\, young and old alike.
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