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Talk To Teach

Parents who talk with their children lay the foundation for language and learning success.

Play To Learn

Learn to play & engage in ways that enhance brain development

Read To Grow

You are your child’s first and best teacher

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Providence Talks

Providence Talks is the only language enrichment program that brings parents, children, and educators together to enhance language development and learning during the critical early years of 0-3.

21,000 Words

A child needs to hear 21,000 words daily for optimal language development

55 %

of families increased daily adult word count after participating in Providence Talks

Our partners are critical to the success of Providence Talks.

“The City of Providence is investing in families with young children in Providence so we can ensure children are prepared to succeed when they first arrive at school. Providence Talks engages parents and caregivers in their child’s future academic success, and plays a critical role as we build strong school communities in Providence.”
Jorge Elorza, Mayor of Providence
“Federal Hill House is thrilled to lead the city’s Providence Talks initiative. Our mission is to strengthen family and community life in Providence through education, opportunities, and support, at every stage of life. Providence Talks helps families lay the foundation for their children’s success during their earliest years – and will have a lifelong positive impact.”
Kimberly Fernandez, Executive Director, Federal Hill House

Programs based on

Science & Research

Providence Talks supports parents and caregivers in improving the language environments of their children at the time when brain science indicates that language development is most critical. Our goal is to prepare children for academic success in kindergarten and beyond.

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