Moose, Red River College Once Again Team up to "Respond to Reading"

Published on December 10, 2008 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Manitoba Moose News Release


The Manitoba Moose are once again pleased to announce they have partnered with Red River College to launch the "Respond to Reading" program designed to positively encourage children in grades kindergarten to five to develop their interest in reading.

Next MONDAY, DECEMBER 15th Moose Captain Mike Keane and Nolan Baumgartner will kick off the program by visiting the Grade Three class at Island Lakes School (445 Island Shore Blvd) at 2:20 PM. Keane and Baumgartner will read to the class and answer any questions the children may have.

This exciting program offers unique incentive prizes for the students including the opportunity to have Manitoba Moose players visit the school classrooms. Last year, over 40 classrooms participated in this program with great response from teachers and students alike.

Here is how "Respond to Reading" works:

-Review the interactive workbooks and determine the appropriate version for your grade level.

-e-mail Barrett Paulsen, Director of Community Relations, Manitoba Moose at bpaulsen@moosehockey.com to sign up their class to participate in the program.

-As part of the program, students must read a book of their choice, and in turn, complete their respective workbook.

-Once all workbooks are completed by their class, as well as a Teacher's Report, an explanation as to why a Manitoba Moose player should visit their class should also be submitted by fax to 204-926-5555 by Wednesday, February 4th, 2009 at 4:30 p.m.

-All participating classes will be entered into a draw to have two Moose players visit their class on Wednesday, February 18th. The players will read "Brady Brady and The Most Important Game" which is a book based on playing fair and being a good sport.

-In addition to the player visits, each participating class will also have the opportunity to win one of many possible prize packages from the Manitoba Moose and Red River College.

If you require additional information on this customized reading program, please contact Barrett Paulsen at 204-926-5578.

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