An Easy, Screen-free Way to Bring Spoken Language, Culture & Connection to Your Children’s Space
✓ Award-winning talking books in 5 languages
✓ Effective, supplemental resource with zero prep
✓ Get the Language Adventures Introductory bundle for a limited time: 10 books, 5 languages, free educator printable pack and free ship for only $199
What Do You Get?
10 Talking Language Adventures Titles in 5 Languages
26-Page full story adventures, Zoo, Ocean and Camping/Nature Themes, each with 12 written and spoken words, 12 original songs, seek-n-find game with additional vocabulary
Plus Free Educator Resource Pack HUNDReDS OF HOURS OF IDEAS AND FUN - ALL AT BOTTOM HERE!
Say that it is ready to download here anytime, anywhere - right at bottom of this page…lesson plan ideas to go step further, 3d paper cities, music playlists, coloring pages, bingo - we’ve got you covered for easy use all year long!
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The TA-DA! Difference
We are the Only Ones
Just touch the pages with a finger and hear real native speakers say the words; patent pending.
Made with Real Classrooms
Featuring the voices of real students and their
teachers at our partnering schools around the globe.
Real Paper. Real Advantage
Touchpoints on real pages builds focus, calm, and fine motor strength, not to mention promote book love.
Legendary Sound & Music
Superior audio quality, sound + music brought to you by the leading recording engineers,
of all time.
Builds Confidence & Belonging
When children see and hear their own languages—and their classmates’—we change the world. TA-DA! helps every child feel proud, included, and confident to speak up and share their voice.
Aligned with Dual-Language Program Pillars
TA-DA! naturally supports the three pillars of dual-language education: bilingualism, biliteracy, and biculturalism.Children see and hear words in context, connecting language to real life.
Developed by language educators, linguists, and Grammy-winning sound engineers, TA-DA! blends early-literacy science with joyful play—activating the senses that help children speak, read, and remember/something about planting seeds for lifelong positive memories
Expert-Created, Evidence-Based
Supports Emerging Bilingual Students (EBs / MLs)
TA-DA! helps English learners and multilingual students strengthen pronunciation, spelling; building both pride and confidence in their home languages.
Universal Design for Learning & Inclusion
Because it’s tactile and audio-rich, TA-DA! also benefits diverse learners—ELLs, neurodiverse students, and those with speech or processing challenges—without needing individualized tech or apps.
Fosters Cultural Awareness & Social Competence
Each title immerses kids in authentic voices from around the world, helping them understand others, respect differences, and celebrate diversity from the start.
Family Engagement Made Easy (Title III Friendly)
Perfect as a take-home or family-literacy resource, TA-DA! lets parents participate even if they don’t speak the target language. It strengthens home-school partnerships and supports Title III family-engagement goals.
something about JOY/PLay, planting seeds for both joy with something that might otherwise always remain foreign - but may want to learn languages
Supports Early Literacy AND Speech Development
Grounded in evidence-based, multisensory learning: children see the word, hear the pronunciation, and touch the page—unmatched activation of sight, sound, and fine-motor pathways critical for speech and reading readiness.
Screen-Free Community Connection
In homes, libraries, daycares, or waiting rooms, TA-DA! creates calm, shared moments that reflect the linguistic diversity of the community. Kids hear themselves—and each other—in the stories.
No Training or Tech Required
TA-DA! works out of the box. No Wi-Fi, no setup, no pen readers—just touch the page and the learning begins. A low-prep supplemental tool that integrates seamlessly into any group or classroom routine.
All this, as simple as putting TA-DA! on your bookshelf.
★★★★★
“I introduced the Spanish Zoo book yesterday in my in child care program and it has been a hit! Children are carrying the book around to hear the music and already trying to replicate the Spanish animal names (all English speakers). Thanks for this amazing resource! [And 3 months later]: The zoo book is STILL a favorite on our classroom shelf for children of all ages - thank you for making such a wonderful product!”
Sarah Olson, Daycare Owner
★★★★★
This is a teacher in a book to help teachers and families navigate new languages and cultures.
Marina Chapa, Executive Director, Texas Association for Bilingual Education (TABE)
★★★★★
My preschool class loves this book. It’s so engaging and fun!
Preschool Teacher, NAEYC Conference (Captured on video too, see below)
★★★★★
Shared your books with 500 early educators—they were in love!
Shannon Karr, Excelligence Learning
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Books That Bring the World Closer
When kids see and hear their own language—and their classmates’—they feel proud, confident, and included.
Having TA-DA! books on your shelves reflects the world children are growing up in.
That simple act builds empathy, curiosity, and connection.
Easy for Educators, Loved by Families
No prep. No training. Just joyful learning.
Every title includes free matching ancillaries—downloadable games, coloring pages, music playlists, printable certificates, and easy classroom ideas if you want to go further.
Recognized for Innovation and Educational Impact
TIME® Best Inventions of 2025: Special Mentions for making the world better, smarter, and more fun
America’s Educational Toy of the Year Finalist
Moonbeam Gold Independent Publishing Award
The entire book collection was awarded the prestigious Brainchild Medal
Startup of the Year
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Language Activities
Better Than Any Screen!
Welcome to TA-DA!
All the crafts, worksheets, music playlists, recipes, and more you’ll find here are thoughtfully designed to pair with our Talking Book titles, giving kids joyful, screen-free, multisensory ways to explore language and culture. Created alongside language educators, partnering schools, Oscar and Grammy-winning talent, clinical psychologists, and interns from around the globe—everything here is made to inspire top-notch playful learning. Have fun!
COLORING BOOKS
Educator Tips:
Support their creativity by focusing on fun, not perfection.
Offer fun tools like jumbo crayons, washable markers, or even a splash of glitter paint to make art time extra special.
Pair the coloring pages with cut-outs from magazines or newspapers in the target language. It adds more hands-on time with the language while making their artwork even more fun and layered.
MEMORY GAMES
Memory Games & Related Activities That Make Learning a Blast!
Guided Imagery Relaxation: Before starting the game, have the children close their eyes while you describe one of the themed environments in detail. For instance, describe the sounds and sights of a zoo visit, the feeling of ocean waves, or the smell of the forest while camping. This can relax children and get them excited about the game, enhancing their focus and memory retention.
Personalized Backdrops: Encourage children to draw or color a thematic scene on a large piece of paper where they can place the cards for the game. A zoo scene with cages and trees, an underwater seascape, or a campsite can make the game more engaging.
DIY Card Holders: Guide children to create their own card holders with themed decorations. For instance, they could make a simple stand with ocean waves and sea creatures for the ocean theme or a mini zoo enclosure for the zoo theme.
Mix and Match with Realia: Integrate real objects related to the themes with the cards. For example, include a small stuffed animal for the zoo theme, a shell for the ocean theme, or a mini flashlight for camping. After finding a match, children can pair the card with the object.
Flashlight Fun: Turn off the lights and play the memory game using a flashlight to find and illuminate the cards. This can be especially fun with the camping theme, mimicking a nighttime adventure.
Card Scavenger Hunt: Hide the cards around the room and have the children find one, then return to the main playing area to find its match among a laid-out set of cards.
Themed Snacks: Incorporate snacks that align with the theme to enjoy after gameplay. Animal crackers for the zoo, goldfish crackers for the ocean, and s'mores for camping are just some ideas.
Storytime Integration: Pair the memory game with storytime, where each matched pair of cards leads to a page or passage in a story that connects with the theme.
Themed Music: Play thematic music in the background while playing the game. Animal sounds or jungle music for the zoo, ocean waves or aquatic music for the ocean, and nature sounds or campfire songs for camping can enrich the experience.
Puzzle Piece Rewards: Each time a child makes a match, they earn a piece of a puzzle related to the theme. Completing the puzzle can be a goal that complements the memory game.
Deeper Dive, Language Learning: For bilingual households or classrooms, use the target language to describe the pictures on the cards. This can reinforce new vocabulary and language skills while playing the game.
Positive Reinforcement: Offer praise for effort, not just for finding a pair, to encourage a positive learning environment. Use phrases like “Great try!” or “You're remembering well!”
Along with these engaging activities, it's key to remember that exposure to language should be a delightful experience. Whether the memory game is played in the target language or the native language of the child, the focus should be on the joy of learning and the excitement of discovery. The use of their native language ensures that children are comfortable and supported while also being introduced to the new language in an stress-free way. By providing a gentle introduction to language, these memory games will not only help children learn new words but also create fond memories associated with the language learning process. Don’t speak the target language? Just use your book for playback whenever correct pronunication is needed.
FLASHCARD SETS
A Myriad of Outside-the-Box Ways to Use Flashcards for
Playful Learning
Tactile Cards: Enhance flashcards by adding textures. Stick on faux fur for a panda bear, a patch of smooth fabric for a dolphin, or a piece of tent-like material for camping-related words. It’s a tactile way to connect the word to the real world.
Themed Sounds: Encourage the kids to imitate the sound that the animal makes or, for non-animal cards, a sound associated with the object when they see the card. This auditory association helps cement the word in their memory.
Storytelling: Use the flashcard as a prompt to tell a short story or share an interesting fact. "Did you know lions live in groups called prides?" This method turns a simple word recognition exercise into a language-rich storytelling session.
Memory Rhymes: Invent catchy rhymes that describe the flashcard’s image or create a fun story about it. "Here sits a lion, mighty and brave, king of the jungle, he loves to roar and wave!"
Match and Move: To add a physical element, have the child perform a simple action related to the card as they say the word. For example, stretch up high like a giraffe, wiggle like a fish, or pretend to roast a marshmallow.
Use Thematic Props: Pair the flashcard with a related prop. Hold a small stuffed lion while teaching the word "lion" or a shell when teaching "sea". It’s an engaging way to enhance the learning experience.
Label Reading: Practice reading the word on each card aloud. Use your finger to trace the letters, helping children connect the written word with its pronunciation and meaning.
Turn Taking and Sharing: If using the cards in a group, encourage children to take turns picking and explaining a card. This teaches patience and gives each child a chance to shine.
Language Layering: After listening to the word from the talking book, adults can repeat the word first in their native language and then in the target language. This ‘language layering’ technique helps the child associate the new word with one they already know, making it less intimidating.
Cultural Connection: Introduce a cultural aspect related to the word. For instance, if the flashcard shows a panda, talk about where pandas live and what they eat, or if it’s an igloo, discuss how and where igloos are built. This cultural storytelling can be done in the parent’s native language to create a richer learning context.
Remember, the goal of introducing a new language through these flashcards is to create a positive and stress-free learning experience. It’s perfectly fine to conduct activities and discussions in your native language; the important aspect is the gentle exposure to the sights and sounds of a new language. This approach ensures that the 12 words on these flashcards become a beloved part of your child’s vocabulary and that the language itself becomes associated with joy and curiosity.
BINGO GAMES
Let’s Shake up Bingo as You May Have Known It, Shall We?!
Cultural Immersion: Use currency or coins from the target country to expose your child to the culture while playing bingo.
Thematic Bingo Dabbers: Use themed markers for bingo dabbers. For instance, use animal stamps for a zoo theme, small seashells for an ocean theme, or pine cones for a camping theme. This adds a tactile and visual element that ties back to the theme.
Language Practice: Take it a step further by using the occasion to count or do math in the target language, enhancing language skills while playing.
Personalization: Print the bingo cards in greyscale and allow your child to color them, fostering creativity and ownership of the project.
Durability: Laminate the cards to keep them clean and long-lasting, ensuring hours of repeated play.
Language Reinforcement: The instructions are also provided in the target language, providing additional language practice opportunities if you're able to read them together.
Rewarding Exploration: Offer a small incentive for kids to speak or ask questions about the items on the bingo cards in the target language, such as “What is this?” or “How do you say that?” Encouraging curiosity will make the learning process more interactive and rewarding.
Remember, the essence of learning with these bingo games is not about winning or mastering the language; it's about immersing in the joy of learning and celebrating cultural diversity. The laughter, the shared moments of excitement, and the gentle exposure to new words and numbers in the target language will create a warm and memorable learning environment. This joyful approach ensures that your child associates language learning with positive emotions and experiences, laying the foundation for a lifelong appreciation for new languages and cultures.
Zoo Quick Start Guide, Any Language
Zoo 1-hour lesson plan; Any language
Zoo Culinary Cooking Fun!
Language Adventures, Let's Count 1-10!
Zoo Positive Affirmations, English
Zoo Positive Affirmations, Spanish
Zoo, Emotional Wellbeing Lesson, with Dr. Dana Hardy
Crocodile color by number
Zoo Phonics
Zoo Musical Instrument Match
Zoo Word-Image Identification
Zoo Color Identification
Zoo, How Many?
Proud to be me, Spanish male
Proud to be me, Spanish female
Proud to be me, English
Tooth Fairy Pledge, "A Funny Day at The Zoo", ENG, SP, FR, DE, ZH
Incredible Paper Zoo by the artist, Kelsey Suan
A Funny Day at the Zoo Paper Animals, Easier Cutting:
(Coming Soon on Spotify)
Free Resources for “A Magical Camping Trip”
Camping Quick Start Guide, Any Language
Make Your Own Banjo Craft
Camping PreK Wordsearch, ENG, ESP, DE
Color by Addition, ENG
Choose from 5 different nature hunts (with both illustrations and real photos): ENG, SP, FR
Craft alongside these fun camping tunes that represent all our 5 languages on Spotify, @tadalanguages or by clicking below.
Free Resources for “An Awesome Ocean Tale”
Ocean Quick Start Guide, Any Language
Ocean Environmental Awareness for Pre-K Lesson Plan
Ocean Hidden Words, English
Ocean cut, paste and match
Ocean color by number
Free Resources for the Language Adventures’ Series
Language Adventures Tracing
Free Resources for “Talking Picture Dictionary, English”
SEEK-N-FIND POSTERS
Laminate the provided seek-and-find posters to engage students in interactive language learning games. In this way, these durable posters can be used repeatedly to reinforce vocabulary in a fun, hands-on manner. Write, erase, repeat!
Tip: As a classroom project, assign words individually or in small groups, and have students create their own posters you can laminate and use in class, ensuring new material and fresh encounters every week of the year with you only flipping the switch on the laminator - and students’ confidence boosted by their participation.
This resource was created by Clarisa Vélez of Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México during her internship with TA-DA!
FLASHCARDS
Tip:
Flashcard Fun! Utilize the TA-DA! matching flashcards’ template to reinforce vocabulary kinesthetically. Encourage students to use these words to craft their own sentences and share their creations with the class. You can then use those custom flashcards in class for the multitude of games we’ve suggested in the Teachers’ Resource Guide Found in this Bundle.
These beautiful flashcards were created by awesome intern, Irene Hernandez of Mexico City while she was an art student at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México and an intern at TA-DA!
Blank flashcard template in B&W:
100 ready-made flashcards in B&W:
Blank flashcard template in color:
100 ready-made flashcards in color:
3D ROOMS IN A HOUSE
This 3D paper craft and its matching video tutorial was created with tremendous love by awesome intern, Berenice Navarrete Camacho of Mexico City.
DIVERSE PAPER DOLLS
Enhance cultural understanding with diverse paper dolls, promoting inclusivity — and providing rich encounters with vocabulary.
Tip: Use strong, sturdy paper - and print as big as possible!
This paper craft was created with tremendous love by awesome interns, Berenice Navarrete Camacho, Andrea Vargas, Clarisa Vélez, and Diana Merino of Mexico City, Mexico while art students at TA-DA! partner, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México.
