Reading Buddies for Teens
Be a big buddy and earn community service hours!
What is Reading Buddies?
Reading Buddies is a program that pairs teens aged 13-18 with kids in grades 2 to 4 who would like to improve their reading. We are looking for role models who can connect with children and help them become engaged with the library and develop a love of reading and learning. Teens must be able to participate in all sessions.
The program includes a training component and will have ongoing support from library staff.
Due to high demand, Reading Buddies is limited to Vancouver residents only.
Spring 2025
- Kensington Branch
Thursdays, April 17 to June 5
4 - 5 p.m.
- Joe Fortes Branch
Mondays, March 31 to June 2
3:45 - 4:45 p.m.- please note there will be no program April 21
- please note there will be no program April 21
Download application form HERE
Have additional questions? Email teens@vpl.ca.
Teen Services is working to make our programs accessible to all Vancouver teens. Please email us at teens@vpl.ca to let us know how our program facilitators can support you to participate fully and comfortably.
Contact Us
Upcoming Events
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Be a big reading buddy and help young kids practise their reading skills at the library! Community service hours available.
For ages 13-18.
*Please note regular sessions begin on April 7
*note there will be no program Monday April 21...
3:45pm – 4:45pm
Joe Fortes Branch -
Children from grades 2 to 4 will practise reading with a ‘big buddy’ teen volunteer.
Please contact the branch to register.
*note there will be no program Monday April 21
3:45pm – 4:45pm
Joe Fortes Branch -
Children from grades 2 to 4 will practise reading with a ‘big buddy’ teen volunteer.
Please contact the branch to register.
*note there will be no program Monday April 21
3:45pm – 4:45pm
Joe Fortes Branch