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Hughes, Kathleen

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ERIC Number: EJ663082

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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Hughes, Kathleen

Public Libraries, v41 n6 p328-30 Nov-Dec 2002

Describes a program developed for public libraries that uses registered therapy dogs and their handlers to improve the literacy skills of elementary school children by having the dogs listen while the children read aloud. Relates experiences at various libraries that have tried the program and discusses positive results that increase children's self-esteem. (LRW)

Descriptors: Children, Childrens Libraries, Childrens Literature, Library Services, Literacy, Public Libraries, Reading Aloud to Others, Reading Programs, Reading Strategies, Self Esteem

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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