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Many avid readers fondly recall their childhood days and the first books that ignited their love for reading.
For some it was Pippi Longstocking, while for others it was Matilda.
This decline has a stark effect on their academic achievements as well.
Some people chose to play Sims until 4am and others participated in endless Zoom parties.
Brooke Hughes from Delaware decided to give her newfound free time to those in need.
She began fostering little puppies and instantly fell in love with their wet noses and waggingtails.
Although it seemed like the lockdowns would never end, Brooke was already hoping for brighter days.
It brought so much joy to the school, the teacher said.
And January is a perfect time to get a little boost from four-legged friends.
In 2023, Foster Tales Puppy Therapy began operating in Hanby Elementary School.
Little ones then get assigned into the several classrooms where they eagerly await the reading sessions.
But how can children concentrate when there is anadorablelittle puppy nearby?
But the puppies are actually very calming, Brooke mentioned.
It might seem that puppies would bring chaos to the classroom.
So the dogs never eat their homework?
Many prospective families are looking for a well adjusted, sociable dog and get impressed with the puppies CVs.
Theyd better keep up with their reading routines at home!
People think that my classroom must be a zoo and straight chaos.
And just from fall to winter, weve noticed almost a 32% increase, teacher Hughes said.
But pooches are there to remind them that they can do anything.
The puppies dont care if you get stuck on a word.
The puppies dont care if you venture to read one word for five minutes.
Theyre just happy to sit in your lap.
So, so much confidence has come from this program as well.
Since the introduction of puppies, there has been a massive improvement in students scores.
The puppies dont care if you attempt to read one word for five minutes.
They also communicate better both with adults and peers.
Should all schools have puppies now?
I call it a win-win-win-win.
So four-way win, cant beat it.
What do you think of this?
Do you think you wouldve been a better student if you had four-legged pals assisting you?
