Have you ever wanted to read aloud to a dog? Kids can come practice their reading skills with Certified Reading Assistance Dogs! Join the dogs from SitStayRead in fun activities to promote the importance of reading and build confidence reading aloud.

All participants will need an adult parent or guardian present to sign a permission form. Only children can register, but families are welcome to join them during the event. 

Recommended for ages 5 to 9.

How to Attend

This event takes place in person. Register by 1 p.m. on Friday, December 13. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.

Due to space limitations, please include only the total number of kids ages 5 to 9 who will be reading to the dog as attendees when you register. Families are welcome to join them during the event.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.