BRIGHT, Engaging, Double-Sided Learning

Step into the spotlight and explore the magic of the orchestra! With Tot Talk’s Orchestra Music Placemat, young musicians discover how every instrument — from the gentle harp to the booming tuba — comes together to create one powerful, harmonious sound.

Front Side

Shows a full symphony orchestra with clearly labeled instruments so children can see where each section sits and learn instrument families like strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. It also includes a color-coded instrument chart to help kids easily recognize groups within an orchestral setting.

Back Side

Introduces musical notes, rhythm, and basic music-reading concepts in a kid-friendly way. Children explore whole notes, half notes, quarter notes, the treble and bass clefs, and even a “clap and count” activity to feel rhythm in their bodies. Instrument illustrations continue on the back, encouraging recognition and reinforcement through coloring and hands-on engagement.

Washable and dry-erase–friendly for endless learning at home, in music classrooms, or during creative play.

Suggested Age Range and Learning Stages

• Ages 4–6: Recognize instrument families & basic rhythms
  
• Ages 7–9: Begin reading notes, clapping rhythms & understanding clefs
  
• Ages 10–12: Strengthen note-reading skills and orchestra structure knowledge
  
• 4–100+: A fun reference for any curious musician

Support Learning

• Encourages musical curiosity and listening skills
• Builds early rhythm awareness and music-reading foundations
• Strengthens cognitive and auditory development
• Supports independent, screen-free learning

Topic-Specific Child Benefits

• Identify orchestral instruments
• Learn instrument families
• Understand basic music notation
• Practice rhythm counting and clapping
• Build music appreciation and confidence

Why Families & Educators Choose Tot Talk

• Fosters hands-on learning
• Encourages creativity 
• Durable & long-lasting 
• Marker-friendly 
• Made in the USA with child-safe materials

Placemat Cleaning Tips

• Use a wet towel for washable markers 
• Dry towel for dry-erase 
• Dish soap + water safe 
• Not dishwasher safe

Dimensions: 17.5″ × 11.5″

Especially Designed For

• Music teachers & classrooms
• Homeschool families
• Young musicians & budding performers
• Parents & grandparents encouraging early music learning