Practice your reading skills by sharing a story with a friendly therapy dog at the Taylor Community Library.
Thu, 27 Aug 2026
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (America/Detroit)
Taylor Community Library Taylor , Michigan
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Bark for Books is a wonderful community initiative hosted at the Taylor Community Library, designed to help children build confidence in their reading skills. Participants are invited to read aloud to a trained therapy dog in a relaxed, non-judgmental setting. This program encourages literacy and provides a unique opportunity for children to interact with animals while improving their fluency. Registration is required to secure one of the sixteen available reading slots for this session.
What to Expect
A calm, welcoming environment in the library's community rooms where children can read stories to gentle therapy dogs.
Who Should Attend
Young readers
Children building confidence
Animal lovers
Families
Agenda Overview
The event runs from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, featuring 15-minute reading slots for registered participants.
Venue & Address
Taylor Community Library
12303 Pardee Rd Taylor , Michigan – 48180 United States
Organizer
Taylor Community Library · Public Library
The Taylor Community Library provides educational resources, programs, and community space for the residents of Taylor, Michigan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is registration required?
Yes, registration is required to participate.
How long is each reading slot?
Each reading slot is 15 minutes long.
Is there a cost?
No, this is a free community event.
Where is it held?
It is held in the Community Rooms (Papp & Trolley) at the Taylor Community Library.
Who can attend?
The program is designed for children looking to practice their reading skills.
Are the dogs safe?
Yes, these are trained therapy dogs accustomed to interacting with children.
Tags
literacy
therapy dogs
library
kids
reading
Taylor MI
Summary
A literacy-focused library event where children read aloud to therapy dogs.