Summer Reading Program Teacher Feedback

• “During their time with the therapy dogs the students “were much more gentle and chill…, they attempted sitting quietly and calmer than they often are in the classroom. This was also the only setting where not once did I hear a student have a negative comment about or during. They seemed to be happy to go in with the dogs. It was also great incentive for encouraging positive behavior.”

• “I loved the small group setting and how the kids were comfortable in the setting to read aloud. Even kids that don’t read in class gave it a try!”

• “One of our student struggles with reading, this student refused to read or participate in any of the reading activities. However, this student was fully engaged and participated in reading to the therapy dogs despite her reading struggles.”

• “The children loved the therapy dog. Reading with her got the students engaged. They learned to be calm around her and when she needed a break.”