How Therapy Dogs from an NYC Program Motivate Students in Practicing Their Reading Skills [Video]

By Ergil Ermeno

Reading is a fun escape, but for most kids, learning the skill can be challenging. The difficulty often roots from pressure, limited exposure to reading materials, struggles with speech sounds, and lack of confidence. Rather than face the challenge, they prefer to play outdoors or watch television. That’s why it takes a whole lot of patience to teach a kid how to read. Schools and education-based programs have established strategies for years. Kids need to realize the value of reading skills at an early age. It’s best to opt for an approach that will motivate them instead of making them think that they should be flawlessly reading at the first few attempts. Reading must be introduced as a fun activity that can open their eyes to more knowledge and wisdom.

Several nonprofit organizations are also aiming to help more children practice their reading skills. New York Therapy Animals is one …