Beginning October 17, 2022, the Dare County Library’s Manteo location is teaming up with the local branch of the nonprofit organization Pet Partners to offer children the opportunity to read to a certified therapy dog!
Sessions will be available on Mondays and Thursdays, starting at 3:30 p.m.
Therapy pets allow readers to focus on the animal instead of feeling self-conscious, which helps their reading confidence. This program offers children ages three and above and all reading abilities the opportunity to practice reading aloud to an attentive, non-judgmental listener.
Therapy dog reading sessions will last 10 minutes, and children can come once or twice weekly to attend a session. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Manteo Library in person or call the Manteo Library at 252-473-2372.