Volunteers help students practice reading out loud. Two students are paired by reading level with each volunteer. Book selection focuses on readers in grades K-8 and English language learners in grades K-12.
Reading Buddies share online books on-screen. Book selection changes every two weeks.
Schedule and connection information:
kcls.org/studyzone/#readingbuddies or call Ask KCLS, 425.462.9600 or 800.462.9600
Click on the 'Zoom with Reading Buddies' button. Request “Reading Buddies” and your level. New students can request a welcome to help them find their Reading Buddies level.
Study Zone
Study Zone programs provide volunteer-led academic support for grades K-12. Programs include Tutors, Math Club, Reading Buddies and Kids & Teens Talk Time. Available online and in libraries.
Online Study Zone programs are supervised by library staff. Visit Study Zone for the Terms of Use Agreement and steps KCLS is taking to maintain a safe and positive online space.
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by request. Email access@kcls.org at least seven days before the event. Automated closed captioning is always available for online events.