2022 Archive

Browse all articles published in 2022

15 posts from 2022

A cozy home reading nook with soft lighting, cushions, and children's books

Creating the Perfect Reading Environment at Home

Transform any corner of your home into a cozy reading nook that encourages daily reading habits.

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A family meeting a therapy dog team at a local library

Finding Therapy Dog Programs Near You

Ready to connect your child with the benefits of therapy dog reading? Here's your comprehensive guide to finding, evaluating, and getting started with programs in your community.

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Various therapy dog breeds sitting calmly in a library setting surrounded by children's books

Dog Breeds Best Suited for Library Work

From gentle giants to pocket-sized companions, discover which dog breeds make the best reading buddies and why temperament matters more than pedigree.

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A gentle therapy dog being trained to interact calmly with a young child

Teaching Your Dog to Be Gentle Around Young Readers

Practical exercises to help your therapy dog candidate develop the patience and gentleness needed for reading sessions.

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A colorful collection of dog-themed children's books arranged on a library shelf

Books About Dogs for Your Reading Program Library

Building a collection of dog-themed books keeps children engaged and excited about reading sessions.

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Diverse children reading together with therapy dogs in an accessible space

Creating Inclusive Reading Sessions

Every child deserves access to the magic of reading with therapy dogs. Here's how Paws & Pages designs sessions that welcome learners of all abilities, backgrounds, and needs.

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A family meeting a potential therapy dog at an animal shelter

What to Consider Before Adopting a Potential Therapy Dog

Thinking about adopting with therapy work in mind? Here's what to evaluate when meeting potential canine partners.

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A parent and child approaching a friendly therapy dog in a welcoming library setting

How to Prepare Your Child for Their First Reading Session with a Therapy Dog

Simple steps to help your child feel comfortable and excited about reading to a furry friend for the first time.

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Children of various ages reading to a therapy dog in a library setting

The Best Age to Start Reading Programs

Parents often ask when their child should start reading with therapy dogs. The answer reveals something important about how children learn鈥攁nd why there's no such thing as 'too early' or 'too late.'

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A calm child reading contentedly next to a therapy dog, illustrating the science of relaxation

The Science Behind Why Dogs Reduce Reading Anxiety

Research shows that dogs lower cortisol and increase oxytocin. Here's what that means for young readers.

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