Ashlyn and her gentle therapy dog, Dylan, thoughtfully create a safe and nurturing space for children to discover the joy of reading. We offer heartfelt one to one sessions shaped around unique needs and reading level of every child. Our group storytelling adventure spark imagination and a sense of wonder, encouraging young readers to lose themselves in the magic of stories. Guided with patience and warmth, Dylan’s calming presence reassures and comforts, helping children feel at ease as they explore new words and worlds. Every book is thoughtfully chosen to excite and inspire, ensuring that learning is not just educational, but also joyful and memorable for each child.
One to One – Read to Dylan
Our one-to-one read to Dylan sessions are all about building a trusting relationship and making reading fun and enjoyable for every child. Each session is tailored to the child’s interests—they can bring their own book, choose from The Story Dog packs, or let Dylan, our Story Dog, pick a favourite. Ashlyn often “speaks through” Dylan to guide the session in a friendly, imaginative way. A simple prompt such as, “Dylan’s a bit confused by this part — can you show him what’s going on?” helps the child feel capable and in control. By ‘teaching’ Dylan, children grow braver in their reading, more willing to try new words, and more connected within the trusting, cosy learning environment we’ve created. Sessions are flexible and designed to help your child grow in confidence at their own pace, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy stories outdoors and truly bring them to life. Designed for primary school age. These sessions can be at schools, home educations, and one to ones at your home environment.
Story and Rhyme time
Our group storytelling and rhyme sessions are created to nurture early reading by building curiosity, confidence, and engagement. Puppets help bring each story to life, and whenever possible, we enjoy taking our tales outside to make the experience even more magical. Children can pick a nursery rhyme from The Story Dog pouch, and Dylan often joins in the fun—particularly during “If you’re happy and you know it, wag your tail.” These sessions are ideal for toddler groups, forest schools, nurseries, and early‑learning settings in primary schools.
Canine Educational Workshop
Group session – We bring kids and dogs together through fun, interactive workshops. Children learn safe play, dog body language, animal care, and very basic canine first aid. We create fun, dog themed activities, to strengthen children’s understanding of dogs. Creating happy habits for a lifetime of safe friendships.
Workshop Goals
- Children learn how to be safe around dogs
- Children recognise basic dog body language
- Children practise soft bodies and soft voices
- Children explore nature through dog themed activities
- Children build confidence through choice led interaction
Wellbeing with Dylan
A gentle, child led therapeutic session supporting emotional regulation, confidence, and calm connection. Big feelings need a quiet space. Our nature-based sessions offer children a warm, supportive environment to bond with our therapy dog, regulate emotions, and discover their inner balance. These sessions can be one to one or in small groups. Perfect for forest schools, home education, and primary schools. Tailored to the needs of individuals we work with to provide emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing support.
Session Goals:
- Support children to settle, regulate, and feel safe
- Build confidence through gentle interaction
- Help the child recognise calm dog body language
- Offer quiet companionship and predictable routine
Thank you for your interest in our sessions. Each one is thoughtfully tailored to the setting we’re supporting, ensuring the experience feels right for your children and your environment. We offer detailed brochures for Nurseries, Primary Schools, Forest Schools, Home Education groups, and Toddler Groups — please do get in touch if you’d like to receive the one most relevant to you.