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1. Fill out a Reading Buddy Helper Form.
2. Sign up for the day(*s) you will participate.
  • Arrive when you are scheduled. Be on time.
  • Ask staff for help choosing books.
  • Practice reading a book aloud several times before you read it to a buddy.
  • Hold the book so your buddy can see the pictures and follow along while you read.
  • If your buddy is learning to read, ask if he/she would like to practice reading to you.
  • Take turns reading a page.
  • Be patient.
  • Listen without interrupting while your buddy reads to you.
  • Assist only if he/she is really “stuck”
  • If you have fun, your buddy will have fun, too!

 

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