Sing, Talk, Read Playdate

Music is a powerful way to support your child's communication skills. Join music educators, SLPs, and OTs for a morning of meaningful music.

Sing, Talk, Read...and Play

Pied Piper Studios, TalkPlay Junction, and Kids Lead are teaming up for a morning of meaningful play with you and your child. Join a music educator, a speech-language pathologist, and an occupational therapist! We'll share tools, strategies, and games to nurture your child's communication skills and empower you with information. Recommended age range: 6 months - 4 years, with a caregiver.

Date: Thursday March 5, 2026

Time:

• 10:00-10:30 AM - Open Studio: Arrive before class for open-ended play with developmentally-appropriate books, toys, instruments and more in our studio setting. A no-pressure atmosphere to bring along your questions about language and movement development while you enjoy the company of new and familiar friends.
• 10:30-11:15 AM - Musical Playdate (registration required): Settle in for 45 minutes of facilitated musical play. Learn and practice simple games, songs, and activities you can take home to support your child's emerging communication skills, confidence, and freedom of expression.
• 11:15-11:45 AM - Open Studio: Stay after class for open-ended play with developmentally-appropriate books, toys, instruments and more in our studio setting. A no-pressure atmosphere to bring along your questions about language and movement development while you enjoy the company of new and familiar friends.

Location: Pied Piper Studios, 3892 Northwest Urbandale Drive, Urbandale, IA 50322

Registration is required to attend the Musical Playdate portion of the morning (10:30-11:15 AM) and includes access to a specially-selected Kindermusik music album, "Pick a Song & Sing Along." Cost is $7/child. (If this amount is not financially accessible for your family, a limited number of free tickets are available.)

Join us for a morning of playful music and movement-based self expression. We can't wait to see you there!