Reading goes to the dogs at Ogden Elementary

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The Read to Dogs program has returned to Ogden Elementary School in the Hewlett-Woodmere School District and being on “paws” because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Lisa Forgione and Therapy Dogs International brought Valentine to visit with the students. Reading with a dog is fun, but there are also documented benefits, which include elevated reading levels as the ride and accomplishment of reading rises in children. Kids read at their own pace which reduces the anxiety that usually accompanies reading aloud. 

There is more focus on the goals and not performance. Reading with a dog helps children relax. It empowers kids who become tutors.

Reading better lends itself to children becoming more involved in external activities and enthusiastic about their raising their hand in the classroom.