H.A.R.T. Program

Our Husky Assisted Reading Therapy program combines research-based literacy practices with animal-assisted therapy practices to create a unique small group reading class that kids love!

Learn more about the benefits of reading therapy dogs.

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

Research suggests that when students interact with reading therapy dogs, it: 
- 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: 


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