REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED; PLEASE BE SURE TO REGISTER EACH CHILD SEPARATELY. ALSO, PARENTS/CAREGIVERS DO NOT NEED TO BE REGISTERED, ONLY THEIR CHILDREN.

The Derby Public Library offers Read to Sandy throughout the year for children ages 5-11. For anyone not familiar with the reading program, therapy dogs are part of literacy programs at libraries across the country. This type of program enables children to read a book aloud one on one to a dog in a relaxed setting with no expectations or criticism. It also instills a love of reading for reluctant or beginner readers, builds confidence, and enhances reading skills.

Each month books are on display for children to select from to share with Sandy. Sandy has volunteered at local hospitals and schools as well as convalescent homes, is involved with the Youth Connection theater group, and is registered with Therapy Dogs, Inc.