Moose! The Reading Dog

"Programs in which children read aloud in the company of a registered and insured therapy dog/handler team are gaining acceptance among educators and families. A growing body of research suggests that high-quality, innovative "read/dog" programs often motivate children to practice reading aloud and increase reading achievement as well. Moose's story provides a compelling example of the reciprocal benefits of canine-assisted reading activities for children and for very special dogs." —Mary Renck Jalongo, Ph.D., Editor-in-chief, Early Childhood Education Journal and Book Series Editor, Educating the Young Child