Literacy & Story Time
Experience animals of all kinds through books.
About this Program
Engaging in books with a variety of reading levels that share the same message of empathy and kindness to animals (and each other!) is pivotal to AWS’ Youth Programs mission. We offer several literacy and story time programs to promote reading, animals, and fun!
Rescue Readers
What to Expect
Open to students in grades 1-8. Rescue Readers brings together elementary/middle school students and resident or therapy pets for a half hour of literary-based confidence building. Reading aloud forms a special bond between student and pet. It provides enrichment and positive socialization for the animal, it boosts confidence in children, and it gives students a safe space to build a positive association with reading.
Students may choose from a variety of books on our special Rescue Readers book cart or they are welcome to bring their own reading materials.
Furry Tales Story Time
What to Expect
Furry Tales Story Time combines pets, literacy and fun! Toddlers, preschoolers and their families explore the exciting world of animals with stories, playtime, crafts, songs, movement and plenty of time with various pets.
Furry Tales is a free story hour that takes place each week at a different local library. Check out the listings to find out when Furry Tales is heading to your community!
Thank you to Kennebunk Savings for sponsoring Rescue Readers and Furry Tales Story Hour for the 2023-2024 school year.
With their generosity, these programs are free to attend.
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Questions?
For more information, please contact Youth Programs Coordinator via email or telephone at (207) 985-3244 ext. 109.
