Mayor Deegan's River City Readers Program
Our location of the River City Readers Program pairs children with shelter animals for reading time. Supported by a generous donation of the books “Love me Gently” and “Gray Whiskers” from Tails that Teach, children can read age-appropriate books about pet ownership and provide a no-contact form of socialization and enrichment for our dogs and cats.
This program:
- Helps kids build reading confidence
- Provides calm, positive interaction for shelter animals
- Encourages compassion and patience
- Creates a positive experience for both children and pets
It’s a simple, powerful way to support literacy while enriching the lives of animals in our care.
To find out more about River City Readers, CLICK HERE. Email mpeacock@coj.net to sign up for an orientation date/time and reading slot.
Read more about Tails that Teach on their website https://www.tailsthatteach.org/