Reading to Dogs

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Reading to Dogs

Tuesday 28 July - Tuesday 15 September 2026 · 15:30 – 16:30

Do you have a reluctant reader that just needs to build confidence with a non-judgemental audience? Then reading to dogs is a great option for them. They can come to the library and have a one-on-one session with one of the friendly dogs kindly brought along by Animal Control's community liaison dog team. Your child can have 15 minutes to sit with the dog and read their favourite book or one they've found at the library.

Bookings required.

This programme only runs during the school term.

All dates

  • Tue, 28 Jul 2026 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Tue, 4 Aug 2026 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Tue, 11 Aug 2026 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Tue, 18 Aug 2026 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Tue, 25 Aug 2026 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Tue, 1 Sep 2026 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Tue, 8 Sep 2026 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Tue, 15 Sep 2026 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Suitable for

Ages 6–12

Location

Shirley Library

36 Marshland Road, Shirley, Christchurch 8061, New Zealand

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