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Reading Buddies for Kids

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teen and child reading together

What is Reading Buddies?

Children in Grades 2 - 4 are matched with a Big Buddy teen mentor to practice reading aloud and participate in activities such as storytelling and games that make literacy fun.

Due to high demand Reading Buddies is limited to Vancouver residents only.

Please check the Events Calendar for listings.

Have additional questions? Email teens@vpl.ca.

Upcoming Events

  • Be a big reading buddy and help young kids practise their reading skills at the library! Community service hours available.

    For ages 13-18

    Download application form HERE

    *Please note regular sessions begin on January 15

    5:30pm – 6:30pm

    Terry Salman Branch
  • Children from grades 2 to 4 will practise reading with a 'big buddy' teen volunteer.

    Please contact the branch to register.



    5:30pm – 6:30pm

    Terry Salman Branch
  • Be a big reading buddy and help young kids practise their reading skills at the library! Community service hours available.

    For ages 13-18.


      Download application form HERE

      *Please note regular sessions begin on January 28

      3:45pm – 4:45pm

      Hastings Branch