A Children's Book Experience with a Real Assistance Dog

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  • Author in Gawler, SA

  • Travels up to 50 km
  • From $100 to $150

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A Children’s Book Experience with a Real Assistance Dog 🦮
Perfect for schools and libraries, this engaging session for Prep–Grade 2 features a live reading of When You See a Dog in a Vest, plus meeting Hedwig, a real Assistance Dog. Children learn what Assistance Dogs do, why they wear vests, and how to behave safely and respectfully around them. A unique, interactive experience that supports inclusion, empathy, and social awareness.

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Students/Children will enjoy a live reading of When You See a Dog in a Vest, followed by an engaging discussion about Assistance Dogs and how they help people in everyday life.

Hedwig 🦮, a real Assistance Dog, will be present during the session. As he is working, students will learn how to interact respectfully — this means using calm voices, giving him space, and not patting or distracting him while he is on duty.

There will also be time for questions, making this a fun, interactive, and meaningful learning experience.

It is ideal for Prep to Grade 2 students (ages 5–8), as well as:
• Primary schools
• Libraries
• Community events
• Early learning centres

This session is especially valuable for programs focusing on wellbeing, inclusion, and social awareness.

Session Duration
30 minutes (recommended)
Flexible formats available:
• Short session: 20 minutes
• Extended session: up to 40 minutes (includes additional Q&A)


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A quiet indoor space with students seated and able to see the book clearly.



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