Husky Assisted Reading Therapy

H.A.R.T. Program

Husky Assisted Reading Therapy is a program that boosts reading motivation and confidence in striving readers in grades K-5.

Learn more about the benefits of reading therapy dogs.

Reading Reach presents the H.A.R.T. Program!

Research suggests these benefits when children read to therapy dogs:
- increases motivation to read by providing a fun & non-judgmental environment
- boosts confidence in struggling readers
- maximizes reading time beyond the classroom
- increases fluency and decoding skills
- creates positive associations with reading

CLASS MEETING INFORMATION:
Once-per-month small-group reading class and husky assisted reading therapy program, meets in the Jeffries Ranch area in Oceanside (92057).

Fall 2023 Semester H.A.R.T. Program - Friday small-group 3:30pm-5:00pm:
Sept. 22
Oct 20
Nov 10
Dec. 15

Pricing: $300/semester (non-charter funds only for this class)

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