It's been awhile since I've written about or posted any photos from Paws to Read, which is odd because it's one of my favorite programs that we do at Mentor Public Library.
Paws to Read paris shy readers (between the ages of six and 12 years old) with therapy dogs who are trained to be good listeners.
The dogs help the kids relax so they can get used to reading to an audience.
And the dogs get ear scratches, belly rubs and the adoration of grateful children. Seems like a fair trade to me.
Here are some photos from our Paws to Read session Wednesday at the Mentor-on-the-Lake Branch.
Paws to Read is taking a break for the holidays, so its next session will be in January.
For more information on Paws to Read and other children’s programs at Mentor Public Library call (440)-257-2512 or log on to www.mentorpl.org.
By the way, if you want, we have more Paws to Read photos on our Facebook page.