Book Buddies is a way for children to build upon their already existing skills and practice reading out loud to a Big Buddy weekly. It is not intended to teach children how to read.

Big Buddies sit with the Little Buddies and listen to them read, offer assistance with sounding out difficult words, and offer new strategies to help them improve their reading.

No registration or sign up is required. Whether you are looking to be a Big Buddy or Little Buddy, all you need to do is show up!

Book Buddies meets every Wednesday at 5:00 PM in the Children's Room. 

Book Buddies meets every Wednesday from 5:00 - 6:00 PM. You can come every week or at a pace that works for your child and schedule.

You do not need to sign up ahead of time, so just stop by on a Wednesday that works for you!

Teens in grades 7 - 12 can volunteer to become a Big Buddy and assist a younger child who is having difficulty with their reading. A librarian will show you the practices and techniques to use while working with the younger reader. Community service credit hours are available to teens who participate.

Big Buddies sit with the Little Buddies and listen to them read, offer assistance with sounding out difficult words, and offer new strategies to help them improve their reading. A librarian will show you techniques to use while working with young readers.

Community service credit hours are available to those who participate.

For other teen volunteer opportunities, visit the Teen Volunteer Resources page.

Yes, one hour of community service will be awarded to teens for each session of Book Buddies that you attend.