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.
Winter 2025
- FULL - Fraserview Branch | Fridays, January 24 to March 14 | 4-5pm
- FULL - Hastings Branch | Tuesdays, January 21 to March 11 | 3:45-4:45pm
- FULL - Kensington Branch | Thursdays, January 23 to March 13 | 4-5pm
- FULL - Terry Salman Branch | Wednesdays, January 8 to February 26 | 5:30-6:30pm
Registration is now closed.
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 January 28
3:45pm – 4:45pm
Hastings 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 -
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Kensington Branch