Education · Literacy Program
Read to a Dog Tuesday
Improve reading confidence by reading aloud to a friendly therapy dog at the library.
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
6:30 PM – 6:45 PM (America/New_York)
New Providence Memorial Library
New Providence , New Jersey
The Read to a Dog Tuesday program at the New Providence Memorial Library provides a supportive environment for children to practice their reading skills. By reading aloud to a trained therapy dog, children can build confidence and fluency in a low-pressure setting. This program is perfect for new or developing readers looking to gain comfort with their literacy skills. Registration is required and closes shortly before the event begins in the Coddington Room.
What to Expect
A short, 15-minute session reading to a calm, trained therapy dog.
Who Should Attend
- Developing readers
- Children
- Parents
- Animal lovers
Agenda Overview
6:30 PM - Reading session begins; 6:45 PM - Session concludes.
Venue & Address
Organizer
New Providence Memorial Library · Public Library
Providing community literacy and educational services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is registration required?
Yes, registration is required and closes at 6:15 PM on the day of the event.
Who is the dog?
The program features trained therapy dogs.
Is it free?
Yes, this library program is free.
What age is this for?
It is designed for new or developing readers.
Where is it held?
In the Coddington Room at the New Providence Memorial Library.
How long is the session?
Each session is 15 minutes long.
Tags
Literacy
Dogs
Library
Kids
Education
New Providence
Summary
A literacy program where children read to therapy dogs to build confidence.
Highlights
- Therapy dog interaction
- Literacy skill building
- Low-pressure environment
- Confidence boosting
- Library-hosted program
- Registration required
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