Education · Reading Program

Dogs 2 Read 2 @Shenandoah Community Library

Children in grades K-5 can practice their reading skills with friendly therapy dogs at the library.

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (America/New_York) Shenandoah Community Library Shenandoah , Virginia
The Dogs 2 Read 2 program at the Shenandoah Community Library offers a welcoming environment for children in grades K-5 to build confidence in their reading skills. By reading aloud to trained therapy dogs, children can practice in a stress-free, supportive setting. This initiative, featuring beloved dogs like Brownie, aims to foster a love for reading and improve literacy through positive interaction. Join us for this engaging session designed to make reading a fun and rewarding experience.

What to Expect

A relaxed session where children read books to friendly, trained therapy dogs.

Who Should Attend

  • Children in grades K-5
  • Parents
  • Young readers
  • Animal lovers

Agenda Overview

The session runs from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Venue & Address
Shenandoah Community Library
418 S Third St
Shenandoah , Virginia – 22849
United States
Organizer
Massanutten Regional Library · Library System
Providing educational and community resources to the Shenandoah region.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this for?
Children in grades K-5.
What do they do?
They read books to therapy dogs.
Where is it?
Shenandoah Community Library, 418 S Third St, Shenandoah, VA.
Is it free?
Yes, it is a library program.
Do I need to register?
Check with the library for registration details.
Who is the dog?
Brownie is one of the dogs on the team.
Tags
Reading Kids Library Dogs Shenandoah Virginia
Summary
A literacy program where K-5 children read to therapy dogs at the Shenandoah Community Library.
Reference: mrlib.org
Highlights
  • Practice reading aloud
  • Interact with therapy dogs
  • Supportive environment
  • Build reading confidence
  • Fun literacy activity
  • K-5 age group
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