Did you know that singing–or reading–to your dog can boost your confidence about singing–or reading? That’s because your faithful friends will quietly keep you company and love you while you’re singing or reading. Dogs don’t judge and never say that you made a mistake!
In this video, Michael, co-author of the dog picture book “Bash and Lucy Fetch Confidence,” sings “Good Dog Blue” to his puppy, Hudson. While he sings, his puppy kisses him. Such loving behavior from a furry friend will encourage kids to take risks. For example, they may try to hit a high note–or read a really hard book.
Watch the video here:
In Portland, Oregon, the Multnomah County Library sponsors a “Read To The Dogs” program. Kids come to the library to read to a dog and improve their reading skills. Again, the idea is that dogs are attentive, positive, loving listeners. Michael hopes to someday train his puppy, Hudson, to be a dog kids can read to! Michael, who loves to sing–and read–hopes that someone will create a “Sing to the Dogs” program.
More dog fun facts for kids: A dog’s presence can build confidence in other ways, too. In “Bash and Lucy Fetch Confidence,” a loyal and loving Golden Retriever, Lucy, helps build kids’ confidence while they’re playing sports. She teaches them a few lessons about teamwork and sportsmanship along the way. To watch the video trailer for the book, click here:
Video Trailer for “Bash And Lucy Fetch Confidence”
In “Bash and Lucy Fetch Confidence,” the main character, Bash, is loosely based on Michael’s fun and chatty personality.
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Michael, singing to your dog looks, and sounds, like so much fun! I wish I had a dog to sing to!
Melissa,
You’re so right that Michael is fortunate that he has a dog to sing to. And a dog who kisses him while he’s singing!
Portland is so fortunate to have a “Read to the Dogs” program” in local libraries!
Hi Aiden,
Yes, the kids who benefit from this program are fortunate to have it in their city.
It’s such a great idea! As I mentioned, we hope to someday train Hudson to be an “official” good listener, (as he is unofficially now) so that he can help kids learn to read.