Gerry & Betsy of
Adorable Downeast Labradoodles
are participants in the
Intermountain Therapy Animal's (ITS) R.E.A.D. Program
(Reading Education Assistance Dog)
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R.E.A.D. A Program of Intermountain Therapy Animals
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The mission of the R.E.A.D.® program is to improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of registered therapy teams as literacy mentors.
The Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.® ) program improves children’s reading and communication skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a dog. But not just any dog. R.E.A.D. dogs are registered therapy animals who volunteer with their owner/handlers as a team, going to schools, libraries and many other settings as reading companions for children.
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"Tully loves listening to stories, especially about animals, while the children enjoy reading to Tully.
Pre and post-testing on children that read to a dog shows improved reading scores. This is attributed to the fact that the dog is a non-judgmental listener and, thus, encourages the children to practice their reading skills in a relaxed environment."
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Intermountain Therapy Animals welcomes all who want to lend a helping paw
• a tax-deductible donation
• become a member
• make an ITA wish come true
• internet shopping
• become a volunteer
For more information, visit Intermountain Therapy Animals - Get Involved
R.E.A.D.® Program Contacts:
For more information about R.E.A.D.® , please contact Intermountain Therapy Animals,
Phone: 801-272-3439
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Tully
Intermountain Therapy Animals
R.E.A.D.® Program
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Tuesday's with Tully!
R.E.A.D with a 4-Footed Friend
The first Tuesday of the month
Buckeye Public Library, AZ.
3:30-5:00.
Registration is required, please call 623-349-6300 for more information or
