Being with a quiet, calm therapy animal stimulates the body's hormone production, which increases a feeling of safety and trust. The presence of a gentle animal can reduce a child's overstimulation and anxiety since no words are needed.
Spending time with Wish twice a month increases the child's self-confidence and sense of safety and well-being. Reading to Wish improves literacy skills and enjoyment of reading.
On weeks the team doesn't visit, students receive "Wish Mail" with pictures of Wish at home.
Kathy is their Explore Buddy, walking with students to and from the activity room.
Students read to AJ and Denise twice a month. Reading to a gentle, calm therapy dog increases self-confidence and improves literacy skills.
Helen is their Reading Buddy, walking with students to and from the reading room.
Students read to Cider and Annette twice a month. Reading to a gentle, calm therapy dog increases self-confidence and improves literacy skills.
Maddie and Gene are their Reading Buddies, walking with students to and from the reading room.
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