Reading Tails

Reading Tails program is passionate about instilling a love for books in young people. We focus on boosting confidence and reducing anxiety for reluctant readers. Using Dog Assisted Education, we create a comfortable space and offer short bursts of reading, incentives, book selection, and social interactions.

Price: $3,940.52

Session Plan:

1

Getting to know you, rights and responsibilities and expectations

Learn about our Canine Comprehension tutor and their AAI dog, the program, and our rights and responsibilities.

2

Choosing the right book for me

How to choose a book
Introduction to high-quality books
Independently exploring & reading

3

Positive reading experiences – ONE

Independent reading
Positive experiences in the library
Being read aloud to

4

Positive reading experiences – TWO

Independent reading
Positive experiences in the library
Being read aloud to

5

Positive reading experiences & eAudiobooks

Independent reading
Positive experiences in the library
Introduction to eAudiobooks

6

Positive reading experiences- THREE

Independent reading
Positive experiences in the library
Being read aloud to

7

Positive reading experiences & magazines

Independent reading
Positive experiences in the library
Exposure to different types of reading materials

8

Positive reading experiences & goodbyes

Independent reading
Positive experiences in the library
Being read aloud to
Goodbye

What people are saying about our dog therapy programs…

Canine comprehension was such a brilliant program for our students they thrived on having Cooper during the day at school as it made something to look forward to if they were having a bad morning. Samantha was brilliant !!!!! She was such a great educator and really made a point of getting to know the children which made such a beautiful impact

St Thomas More Hadfield

My daughter started sessions in 2020 when she had a massive spike in her anxiety. The canine comprehension sessions quickly became a highlight of her week and really helped reduce her anxiety. She has always loved dogs and so these sessions are perfect to help her recover from a stressful week.

Really helped my anxious daughter

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Interested in funding options?

Our programs are approved on the Victorian Government’s School Mental Health Menu, making it easier for schools to access funding.