This is Annabelle, who along with her owner, Deanna Pedicone, participate as READ (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) volunteers. Each Monday evening, Annabelle and Deanna go to Woodlawn Library in Wilmington to read with kids.
Each child gets a chance to read aloud to Annabelle or another dog. The kids relax, pet the dog while they read, or lean up against it, and don't have to worry about anyone saying they're reading too fast, too slow or pronouncing words incorrectly.
It's just nonjudgmental reading fun.
Deanna reports that Annabelle will be wearing a new costume for READ's Halloween event from 6:30-8 p.m. Oct. 29. And kids are encouraged to come in costume, too. The library will have Halloween-themed books, snacks and craft activities.
For more information, call Woodlawn Library, 2101 W. Sixth St., at 571-7425.
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